MovingSQL Server

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MovingSQL Server

tmmutsetse

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August 17, 2018 at 1:18 am

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Hi Experts,
We are building a new stronger server than the current and we are to move our Production SQL 2014 to the new server also will be running SQL2014.Can i reuse the same licence on the new server?
Thanks

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NorthernSoul SSCertifiable Points: 6869 More actions · Answer 1

tmmutsetse - Friday, August 17, 2018 1:18 AM
Hi Experts,
We are building a new stronger server than the current and we are to move our Production SQL 2014 to the new server also will be running SQL2014.Can i reuse the same licence on the new server?
Thanks

SQL Server is licenced on a per core basis so you need to make sure your new server has the same number of cores as the old server otherwise you will need to pay for the additional licences.

It's always best to check with your licence provider to make sure you are covered.

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tmmutsetse Hall of Fame Points: 3669 More actions · Answer 2

Thank you the new server has these specifications sockets:2
Cores:12
So how many licences do i need, i am trying to understand how the licencing works,i am new to SqL

Thank you so much for your help

NorthernSoul SSCertifiable Points: 6869 More actions · Answer 3

tmmutsetse - Friday, August 17, 2018 4:34 AM
Thank you the new server has these specifications sockets:2
Cores:12
So how many licences do i need, i am trying to understand how the licencing works,i am new to SqL
Thank you so much for your help

As I mentioned it's always best to speak to your licence provider to get this as licensing can be a minefield.

Thanks

Joe Torre SSChampion Points: 10248 More actions · Answer 4

http://download.microsoft.com/download/B/4/E/B4E604D9-9D38-4BBA-A927-56E4C872E41C/SQL_Server_2014_Licensing_Guide.pdf