ESU for SQL 2014 Std 2-Core Pack — Year 1 (Jul 2025 – Jul 2026)

ESU for SQL 2014 Std 2-Core Pack — Year 1 (Jul 2025 – Jul 2026) (SKU: DG7GMGF0HX95) is a Microsoft Extended Security Updates (ESU) licence for organisations still running SQL Server 2014 Standard and needing continued protection after end of support. This ESU term covers Year 1 of the ESU cycle for the specified period and is designed to help you maintain security posture while you plan an upgrade or migration. If you’re looking to buy ESU for SQL 2014 Standard 2-Core Pack in India, India Enterprises supplies genuine, compliant licensing through official channels for business procurement.

Overview

ESU provides access to critical security updates for eligible SQL Server 2014 Standard deployments when mainstream security servicing has ended. This product is licensed as a 2-core pack and is intended to be assigned according to your SQL Server core licensing needs for covered servers. ESU is not a version upgrade; it is a time-bound security maintenance entitlement for the stated year.

Key Features

• Extended Security Updates entitlement for SQL Server 2014 Standard during the covered Year 1 term
• Delivers critical security updates (as made available by Microsoft) to help reduce risk exposure
• Licensing unit is a 2-core pack, aligning with SQL Server core-based licensing
• Supports continuity of operations for legacy workloads while upgrade projects are planned
• Helps meet internal security policies where supported security updates are required
• Designed for eligible SQL Server 2014 Standard installations requiring post-EOS security coverage
• Time-bound coverage for Year 1 (Jul 2025 – Jul 2026) as specified in the product name

Who It's For

This ESU licence is suitable for organisations that must keep SQL Server 2014 Standard running for application dependency, validation timelines, or regulated change-control windows.

• IT teams maintaining legacy SQL Server 2014 Standard instances pending migration
• Businesses needing security update continuity for production databases
• Enterprises aligning with audit requirements that mandate vendor-issued security fixes
• Infrastructure teams standardising on core-based licensing for SQL Server

What's Included

• Licence entitlement for SQL Server 2014 Standard ESU for 2 cores
• Year 1 coverage for the period Jul 2025 – Jul 2026
• Access to applicable critical security updates released during the covered term
• Product identification: SKU DG7GMGF0HX95
• Procurement support for documentation suitable for business purchase

System Requirements

• Existing deployment of Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Standard requiring ESU coverage
• Appropriate core-based licensing baseline for SQL Server (ESU must match the licensed cores)
• Server environment capable of receiving Microsoft security updates through your standard update mechanism
• Administrative access to apply updates and maintain patch management processes
• Connectivity and configuration as required by your organisation to download and deploy updates

Why Buy From India Enterprises

India Enterprises is an authorised reseller for business software licensing, helping you procure ESU for SQL 2014 Std 2-Core Pack — Year 1 (Jul 2025 – Jul 2026) in India with proper commercial documentation and procurement support.

• GST invoice for compliant purchasing and accounts processing
• Pan-India delivery of licence fulfilment for businesses
• Dedicated account support for quoting, renewals, and order coordination
• Assistance aligning ESU quantities with your core licensing requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ESU the same as upgrading SQL Server 2014?

No. ESU is a time-bound entitlement for critical security updates for SQL Server 2014 after end of support. It does not change your SQL Server version or add new product features.

What does “2-Core Pack” mean for this ESU licence?

This SKU is licensed per 2 cores. ESU quantities should be purchased to match the number of SQL Server cores you need to cover under your SQL Server core licensing model.

What is the coverage period for Year 1 in this listing?

This product is specifically for Year 1 coverage from Jul 2025 to Jul 2026, as stated in the product name.

Will I receive a GST invoice and procurement documents in India?

Yes. When you buy through India Enterprises, you receive a GST invoice and order documentation suitable for enterprise procurement and internal compliance.