Product Type | Extended Security Update (ESU) License |
Software Name | Microsoft ESU for SQL Server 2014 Standard - 2 Core Pack |
License Type | Extended Security Update (Year 1) |
Supported Platform | Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Standard |
Processor Coverage | 2 Cores |
Coverage Period | July 10, 2024 – July 8, 2025 |
End of Support Date for Product | July 9, 2024 |
License Quantity | 1 License per 2 cores |
Mandatory Coverage | All cores in the server must be covered |
Volume License Program | Microsoft Volume Licensing |
Product Form | Digital License |
Edition Compatibility | SQL Server 2014 Standard Edition only |
Microsoft ESU for SQL 2014 Std 2 Core - 1st Year EOS (2024–2025)





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- Ensures continued security compliance with critical updates through Year 1 post-EOS.
- Avoids rushed SQL Server migrations by extending support for 2-Core installations.
- Meets TAA compliance and U.S. origin requirements for secure procurement processes.
Product Overview
With the purchase of Extended Security Updates (ESU), you will receive Critical security updates for up to three years past the end of the support date. You will also be able to use your existing support contract to receive technical support for covered servers.Specifications
Product Overview
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
Trade Agreements Act (TAA) Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Energy Star Certified | |
ISO Certifications | |
Certification Standards | Commercial Software Usage Rights (CSUR) |
Advanced Security Features
Security Update Scope | Critical and Important security updates only |
Included Security Services | Vulnerability remediation via patch releases |
Malware Protection | Dependent on existing SQL Security configuration |
Firewall Protection | |
Intrusion Detection/Prevention |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Subscription Term | 1 Year |
License Delivery Method | Electronic (ESD) |
Software Maintenance Included | No |
Support Availability | Requires existing Microsoft support agreement |
Cloud Integration | Not applicable |
Eligible Licensing Program | Microsoft Open, CSP, EA, MPSA |
Interfaces
Software Interface | Microsoft License Management Portal |
API Availability | |
Compatible Delivery Models | On-premises deployment |
Physical & Environmental
Media Delivery | Not applicable (digital license only) |
Packaging | Electronic Delivery Only, No Physical Media |