INF: How to Add or Modify SQL Server Licenses (268232)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft SQL Server 7.0
This article was previously published under Q268232

SUMMARY

This article describes the proper way to add new licenses for Microsoft SQL Server through the licensing applet.

MORE INFORMATION

To add licenses for SQL Server, use the following steps:
  1. Open Control Panel and open the Licensing applet.
  2. In the Product drop-down combo box, click SQL Server.
  3. Select the licensing mode:

    • Per Server

      -or-

    • Per Seat


    NOTE: You have only one chance to change from per server to per seat.
  4. Click Add licenses and specify the number of licenses to add.

    NOTE: You can only add licenses in Per Server mode.
  5. Click OK, and then check the license agreements for the conditions.
  6. Re-start SQL Server so that the new licenses can take effect.
The new licenses that were added will not be reflected on the SQL Server server until you re-start SQL Server.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/28/2002
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