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Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Standard - 50 Device CAL Pack
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Genuine Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Standard Retail licence with perpetual validity — the proven database for legacy and budget-conscious deployments.
Genuine Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Standard Retail licence with perpetual validity — the proven database for legacy and budget-conscious deployments.
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Join nowFor organisations running legacy applications, managing tight IT budgets, or maintaining stable, validated environments, Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Standard remains a powerhouse of predictable performance and enterprise-grade reliability. This is the landmark release that first brought breakthrough in-memory technologies to the mainstream, transforming how databases handle high-speed transaction processing and real-time analytics. Your purchase from Lizensa delivers a genuine, perpetual Microsoft Retail licence—not a subscription, not a time-limited rental—giving you indefinite usage rights for a single server instance. It is the ideal choice for business-critical line-of-business applications, departmental databases, and development or test environments that require the full SQL Server feature set without the overhead of newer versions. With support for up to 128 GB of memory and 16 cores, SQL Server 2014 Standard provides a robust, secure, and cost-effective data platform that thousands of organisations worldwide continue to trust every day.
Your Lizensa purchase provides everything needed for a fully functional, legally compliant deployment. You receive a genuine Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Standard Retail licence key, delivered instantly by email along with a secure download link for the official Microsoft installation media. A detailed activation guide walks you through the straightforward process. This is a perpetual, lifetime licence—you pay once and own the right to use the software indefinitely for the version purchased. There are no recurring subscription fees or hidden renewal costs. The Retail licence type grants you the flexibility to transfer the licence to a new server should your hardware change, a significant advantage over OEM licences that are permanently tied to the first machine they are activated on. A full VAT invoice is provided immediately, enabling straightforward business expensing and tax compliance across all EU member states.
SQL Server 2014 Standard is licensed under the Server + Client Access License (CAL) model. This means you need to purchase one server licence for each instance of SQL Server you run, and every user or device that accesses that server must have a corresponding SQL Server CAL. A User CAL allows a single named user to access any SQL Server instance in your environment, making it ideal for employees who connect from multiple devices. A Device CAL licenses a single physical device, such as a shared workstation or kiosk, to be used by any number of users to access SQL Server. You must license either all users or all devices, but you can mix the two types if it better fits your access patterns.
For virtualised environments, the Standard edition permits one instance in a physical or virtual operating system environment. If you are running multiple virtual machines, each VM requires its own licence. It is crucial to understand that SQL Server CALs are not included with this server licence and must be acquired separately to ensure full compliance with Microsoft's licensing terms. The Standard edition is distinct from the Datacenter edition, which offers unlimited virtualisation rights and advanced features like fine-grained resource governance, but at a significantly higher cost. For most departmental and mid-tier applications, Standard edition provides the optimal balance of capability and value.
Before installation, verify that your environment meets the following minimum specifications. SQL Server 2014 is a 64-bit only application and requires a processor with a minimum speed of 1.4 GHz. Microsoft recommends 8 GB of RAM or more for production use, with a hard minimum of 4 GB for the Standard edition. Plan for at least 6 GB of available disk space for the core database engine and associated components. The .NET Framework 4.0 is a prerequisite and must be installed beforehand. An active internet connection is required during the product activation process.
Supported operating systems include Windows Server 2012 and later, as well as Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 for development or testing scenarios. This product is designed exclusively for the Windows platform; it is not compatible with macOS or Linux. The installation media and interface are available in multiple languages, including English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, and Japanese, allowing your IT team to deploy in the language they are most comfortable with. Always consult the official Microsoft documentation for the most current compatibility details, especially if you plan to install on newer Windows Server versions.
After completing your secure checkout, your licence key and download instructions are delivered automatically to your email inbox, typically in under 60 seconds. Download the official SQL Server 2014 Standard installation media using the secure link provided. Launch the setup wizard, and when prompted, enter the 25-character product key exactly as shown in your delivery email. The activation process will validate your key online and permanently activate your server instance. Should you encounter any issues, Lizensa provides free multilingual technical support to help you resolve activation errors quickly. Because this is a Retail licence, you are permitted to transfer the installation to a different server in the future, provided the software is removed from the original machine. This reinstallation right protects your investment against hardware upgrades or server migrations.
When you purchase a Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Standard licence from Lizensa, you are choosing a partner that prioritises compliance, speed, and genuine value. Every licence we sell is sourced directly from authorised European distribution channels and verified for authenticity, eliminating the risks associated with grey-market or volume licence keys resold illegally. Your transaction is processed through Stripe's secure payment gateway, supporting SEPA, iDEAL, BLIK, Google Pay, and major credit cards, with all data encrypted to the highest industry standards. As an EU-based company, we fully honour European consumer protection law, giving you a 14-day right of withdrawal and a warranty that the product will function as described. Your purchase includes a detailed VAT invoice suitable for business accounting, with reverse-charge mechanisms available for intra-community B2B transactions. From the moment your order is placed, our goal is to get you up and running with a fully compliant, permanently activated SQL Server environment, backed by free support whenever you need it.
This is a one-time, perpetual licence purchase. You pay a single price and receive the right to use Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Standard indefinitely. There are no monthly or annual subscription fees.
A Retail licence, which we provide, can be transferred to a different server if your original hardware fails or is upgraded. An OEM licence is pre-installed on a new computer and is permanently locked to that first machine, making it non-transferable.
Our automated delivery system sends your licence key and download instructions to your email immediately after payment is confirmed. Most customers receive their key in under 60 seconds.
Absolutely. Every licence we sell is sourced from authorised European distributors and is 100% genuine Microsoft software. You receive a fully compliant licence that passes Microsoft's online validation checks.
We provide free multilingual technical support. If you encounter an activation error, simply contact our support team with your order details, and we will guide you through the resolution process.
Yes. As a Retail licence, you can uninstall the software from the original server and reinstall it on a new one. This transfer right is a key benefit of purchasing a Retail licence over an OEM version.
Yes. Your licence is valid for activation and use across all 27 European Union member states. It is not region-locked and will function wherever the software is supported.
We accept a wide range of secure payment options through Stripe, including SEPA bank transfers, iDEAL, BLIK, Google Pay, and all major credit and debit cards.
Yes, a full VAT invoice is automatically generated and included with your order confirmation. For B2B customers with a valid EU VAT ID, the reverse-charge mechanism can be applied.
Under EU consumer law, you have a 14-day right of withdrawal for digital purchases. If the licence key has not been activated, we will issue a full refund. Our support team is always available to help resolve any issues before a refund is necessary.
Yes, SQL Server Standard uses the Server + CAL licensing model. Each user or device that accesses the server needs a corresponding SQL Server CAL, which is sold separately from this server licence.
For internet-facing or extranet scenarios where users are not employees, you typically need to license the server using the per-core model, which is available with the Enterprise edition. The Standard edition's CAL-based model is designed for internal business operations.
