sql-serversql-server-2016trial

How do I install a evaluation edition of SQL 2016 SP1 Standard Edition?


Is there a way to install an evaluation edition of SQL 2016 SP1 Standard Edition? I need to run some performance testing on a Standard Edition install as part of the purchase justification process.


Solution

  • The only way to run SQL Standard without a license is through MSDN. Alternatively you can use pay-as-you-go Azure VMs SQL built in.