SQL Server 2017 Standard – 10 Core

SQL Server 2017 Standard – 10 Core is the Standard edition of Microsoft's relational database server, licensed here for 10 cores. It runs transactional databases, reporting, integration and analysis services for departmental and mid-size workloads, and it is a common backend for ERP, CRM, web and line-of-business applications. It belongs to our SQL Server range.

Standard edition includes the core database engine with T-SQL, replication, backup compression and basic high availability. SQL Server 2017 is in extended support, which runs to October 2027. Your license key arrives by email and is entered on the Product Key page during setup.

What you get with SQL Server 2017 Standard – 10 Core

• A license key for SQL Server 2017 Standard covering 10 cores
• The official download link and activation instructions, sent by email
• Your key also saved in your account under License Key
• Email support for activation questions
• A license for use on your own device

Why choose SQL Server 2017 Standard?

A proven database engine

SQL Server powers transaction processing, reporting and analytics for applications of every size.

Built-in business intelligence

Integration Services, Reporting Services and Analysis Services come with the product for ETL and reporting.

Right-sized

Standard edition fits departmental and mid-size workloads without the cost of Enterprise.

Familiar tooling

Works with SQL Server Management Studio, Azure Data Studio and the .NET, Java and Python drivers.

Who is SQL Server 2017 Standard for?

• Database administrators and developers
• Companies running ERP, CRM or line-of-business software
• Software vendors that bundle SQL Server
• Teams migrating older SQL Server instances

SQL Server Express vs Standard vs Enterprise

About this license

This listing covers 10 cores.

Tips before you buy SQL Server 2017 Standard

• Decide between core and Server + CAL licensing before you buy.
• Check the version's support lifecycle on Microsoft's website.
• Match your installation media to the Standard edition.
• Plan the operating system and hardware for your databases.

How ordering SQL Server 2017 Standard works

1. Add SQL Server 2017 Standard – 10 Core to your cart and check out securely with PayPal or a card.
2. We email your license key together with the official download link and activation steps.
3. Install the software and enter the key. The activation steps are in the Installation Guide tab.
4. Need help? Contact support with your order number.

Compatibility and requirements

SQL Server 2017 Standard has the following headline requirements. Operating system: A supported 64-bit version of Windows or Windows Server; Memory: At least 1 GB; more for real workloads; Disk space: Several GB for the installation, plus space for your databases. The full list is in the System Requirements tab above. SQL Server 2017 is in extended support, which runs to October 2027.

Product specifications

More from our SQL Server range

Other sizes and license types of SQL Server 2017 Standard

• SQL Server 2017 Standard
• SQL Server 2017 Standard – 24 Core

Often bought together

• Windows Server 2025 Standard – Brand-New
• Windows Server 2022 Standard License Key
• Visual Studio Professional 2022
• Power BI Pro – 100 Users

Guides that help

• How to Activate SQL Server
• SQL Server Editions Explained

Buy SQL Server 2017 Standard from DigitalKeyWorld

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