Microsoft SQL Server 2025 Standard is a robust relational database management system designed for small to mid-size organisations and departmental applications. It delivers enterprise-grade database features including high availability, advanced security, and comprehensive reporting at an accessible price point. This genuine product key provides a lifetime licence with instant digital delivery.

What's Included

1x Genuine Microsoft SQL Server 2025 Standard product key
Server licence with standard feature set
Instant digital delivery via email
Lifetime licence — no subscription required

Key Features

Full relational database engine with T-SQL support
SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) compatibility
High availability with database mirroring and log shipping
Advanced security: Transparent Data Encryption, Row-Level Security
SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) for business intelligence
SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) for ETL workflows
Support for up to 128 GB RAM (Standard edition)
Cross-platform compatibility (Windows Server)

System Requirements

Operating System: Windows Server (compatible version for SQL 2025)
Processor: 1.4 GHz or faster (2.0 GHz recommended)
RAM: 1 GB minimum (4 GB+ recommended)
Storage: 6 GB available disk space
.NET Framework required (version depends on SQL edition)
Internet connection required for activation

How to Activate

Purchase and receive your product key instantly via email
Download the SQL Server 2025 installer from Microsoft
Run the setup wizard and select Standard edition
Enter the 25-character product key when prompted
Complete the installation and configuration

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SQL Server 2025 Standard — Comparison

Feature	SQL 2025 Standard	SQL 2022 Standard	SQL 2025 Enterprise
Max Compute	24 cores	24 cores	OS maximum
Max RAM/Instance	128 GB	128 GB	OS maximum
Always On	Basic (2 nodes)	Basic	Advanced (8+ nodes)
Licensing	Server+CAL or Per Core	Server+CAL or Per Core	Per Core only

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this genuine SQL Server 2025?

Yes — genuine Microsoft key from authorised Partner.

How quickly delivered?

Within 5 minutes via email.

Standard vs Enterprise?

Enterprise removes compute/RAM limits, adds advanced availability groups and security. Standard suits most workloads.

Transferable?

Yes — reassign after removing from original server (90-day reassignment rule).

Server+CAL or Per Core?

Server+CAL is cheaper for known user counts. Per Core suits internet-facing or untrackable user scenarios.

How to Activate SQL Server 2025

Receive key via email.
Download from Microsoft.
Run SQL Server Installation Center.
Select "New stand-alone installation".
Enter your 25-character key.
Choose features (Database Engine etc.).
Configure instance and data directories.
Complete install — verify via SSMS.

System Requirements — SQL Server 2025

OS: Win Server 2019–2025, Win 10/11, Linux
Processor: x64, 1.4 GHz+ (2.0 GHz recommended)
RAM: 1 GB min, 4 GB+ recommended (128 GB max for Standard)
Storage: 6 GB min, SSD recommended

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Which Edition is Right for You?

Feature	SQL Server 2025 Standard	SQL Server 2022 Standard	SQL Server 2019 Standard
Price (AUD)	$139.99	$249.99	$189.0
Max RAM	128 GB	128 GB	128 GB
Max CPU Cores	24 cores	24 cores	24 cores
Always On AG	Basic (1 DB)	Basic (1 DB)	Basic (1 DB)
In-Memory OLTP	Yes	Yes	Yes
Python/R Services	Yes	Yes	Yes
Azure Integration	Excellent	Good	Excellent
Activation Type	Product Key	Product Key	Product Key

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a genuine licence?
Yes. This is a 100% genuine Microsoft SQL Server 2025 Standard product key. Softwareg.com.au is a verified Microsoft Partner and all keys are authentic retail licences.

How quickly do I receive my key?
Your key is delivered via email within 5 minutes of payment, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Can I use this in a virtual environment?
Yes. Windows Server editions can be deployed on Hyper-V, VMware, Azure, and other virtualization platforms.

What CALs do I need with this licence?
SQL Server Standard can be licenced per core or using the Server + CAL model. Review your deployment model to determine CAL requirements.

Where can I find documentation?
Full documentation is available on Microsoft's official support pages and in the product's integrated help system.

How to Activate Your SQL Server 2025 Standard

Download SQL Server 2025 Standard from Microsoft's official website.
Run setup.exe and select 'New SQL Server stand-alone installation'.
Accept the licence agreement and proceed through the wizard.
Enter your 25-character product key on the Product Key screen.
Select features to install (Database Engine minimum).
Configure instance name, data directories, and service accounts.
Complete setup and verify activation in SQL Server Configuration Manager.
Install the latest Cumulative Update from Microsoft.

System Requirements

Operating System: Windows Server 2012 R2+ or Windows 8.1+
Processor: 1.4 GHz x64-compatible minimum
RAM: 2 GB minimum; 4 GB+ recommended for production
Disk Space: 6 GB minimum for Database Engine
.NET Framework: .NET 4.6+ (auto-installed)
Internet: Required for activation and updates

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Which Edition Is Right for You?

Feature	SQL Server 2025 Standard	SQL Server 2022 Standard	SQL Server 2019 Standard
Price	Next generation	Current generation	Previous generation
AI / Vector Search	Native vector support	Limited via extensions	Not supported
Updates	Mainstream support to 2036+	Mainstream support to 2033	Mainstream support to 2029
Activation type	Product key (Installation Centre)	Product key (Installation Centre)	Product key (Installation Centre)
Best for	AI-ready & future-proof deployments	Modern hybrid cloud workloads	Stable mature environments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is new in SQL Server 2025?
SQL Server 2025 introduces native vector database capabilities for AI workloads, enhanced Azure Arc integration, improved security features, and expanded support for modern cloud-hybrid architectures.

Is SQL Server 2025 backwards compatible with older databases?
Yes. SQL Server 2025 maintains strong backwards compatibility, allowing you to restore or attach databases from SQL Server 2005 and later versions.

Does SQL Server 2025 support AI and machine learning workloads?
Yes. SQL Server 2025 includes native vector support and improved integration with Azure AI services, making it ideal for AI-augmented database applications.

Is this licence perpetual?
Yes. This is a perpetual licence — no subscriptions, no renewals. Pay once and use SQL Server 2025 Standard indefinitely.

How long is SQL Server 2025 supported by Microsoft?
SQL Server 2025 is expected to receive mainstream support for at least 5 years from its release date, with extended support extending to 2036 and beyond.

How to Activate Your Licence

Purchase and receive your product key by email from Softwareg.com.au (usually within 5 minutes).
Download the SQL Server 2025 installer from the Microsoft SQL Server downloads page.
Run setup.exe and open the SQL Server Installation Centre.
Click Installation → New SQL Server stand-alone installation or add features to an existing installation.
On the Product Key screen, select Enter the product key and type in your 25-character key from your order email.
Follow the setup wizard to configure your instance, features, and service accounts, then confirm activation in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).

System Requirements

OS: Windows Server 2022 or later; Windows 11 (developer/test use); supported Linux distros (64-bit)
Processor: x64-compatible, 1.4 GHz minimum (2.0 GHz+ recommended)
RAM: 2 GB minimum (8 GB recommended; 128 GB max buffer pool for Standard edition)
Storage: 8 GB available disk space
.NET Framework: .NET 8.0 or later
Internet: Required for Azure AI integration, Arc features, and updates

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