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Brief overview

Microsoft SQL Server 2025 Enterprise (2 Core) is a relational database management system for business-critical applications and large-scale data warehouse scenarios. It is provided as a perpetual licence based on core licensing, with this package covering the licensing of two CPU cores.

Applications / Benefits

The software is used for processing and analysing large volumes of data in enterprise environments that place the highest demands on scalability and availability. It serves as a fundamental database platform for complex business applications, big data analytics and high-frequency transaction systems in physical or virtualised IT infrastructures.

Features & Scope of Services

The scope of services includes access to the maximum computing capacity of the server hardware as well as unlimited virtualisation rights with full core coverage. The Enterprise Edition includes advanced features for high availability (Always On), integrated business intelligence solutions, and comprehensive security features for data encryption and monitoring. The core licensing model does not require any additional client access licences (CALs).

Target Audience

The product is aimed at large enterprises, financial institutions and organisations with complex data structures that require a high-performance, legally compliant and highly available database infrastructure based on a one-off investment.

Status

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Activation: Online, See instructions
Delivery method: Digital delivery (email), instant download
Editions: Windows
Feature: SQL Server, Server Solutions
Language: English, German, Multilingual
Manufacturer: Microsoft
Product type: Server software

Technical requirements (enterprise level)

  • CPU: x64 processor with at least 2.0 GHz (multi-core recommended for high performance)
  • Operating system: Windows Server 2025, Windows Server 2022 (x64)
  • RAM: at least 4 GB (64 GB+ recommended for in-memory features)
  • Hard disk: at least 6 GB for binary files (NVMe storage strongly recommended for data files)
  • Special feature: Licensing is per core (minimum 4 cores per physical processor)

Detailed Installation and Activation Guide

Click here for detailed step-by-step instructions for installation and activation.

Provision & Licence Integration

1. Validation: Prompt digital delivery of your enterprise licence certificates following an audit check.

2. Integration: Access to official installation media and provision of ISO links.

3. Deployment: Carrying out core-based activation to unlock unlimited system resources.

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Audit Security & Compliance

Clear licence documentation for businesses that require verifiable records and structured compliance processes.

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NIS-2-compliant infrastructure

Suitable for NIS-2-relevant IT environments with a focus on secure server, database and enterprise infrastructures.

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Efficient Core Licensing

Core-based licensing for high-performance server and database environments with transparent scalability.

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B2B Process & Investment Protection

Structured B2B processing with purchase on account, clear provision and long-term usability of your software licence.

Once you have completed your order, you will receive the licence details and the full documentation relating to the licence chain (audit evidence) digitally via email. The provision includes the activation key, the download link and all necessary evidence for your compliance records.
Yes. This product is a perpetual licence (permanent licence). There are no annual subscription fees. You are purchasing the permanent right to use the specific version within your IT infrastructure.
This licence covers the licensing of 2 data centre cores (2-core). Please note Microsoft’s minimum licensing requirements of 8 cores per processor and 16 cores per server. We would be happy to assist you in carrying out a correct needs analysis for your physical or virtual environments.
As an Enterprise customer, our specialist support team is available to assist you directly. We not only support you with technical activation, but our certified experts also answer complex questions regarding licence compliance and audit security.
An invoice is automatically generated for every order. You will receive this by email and can download it at any time from your customer account.
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