Microsoft SQL Server - 1 User CAL + Software Assurance

Microsoft SQL Server – 1 User Client Access License (CAL) with Software Assurance provides a named user with the legal right to access SQL Server databases and services under the Server + CAL licensing model. This license allows a single user to connect to SQL Server from multiple devices, making it an ideal solution for organizations with employees who access database applications across desktops, laptops, or mobile devices.

This license also includes Microsoft Software Assurance, which provides additional benefits such as version upgrade rights, enhanced support options, and flexible deployment benefits to help organizations maximize their SQL Server investment.

User CALs are required for every individual accessing SQL Server when using the Server + CAL licensing model.

Key Features

User-Based Licensing
Assigns database access rights to a specific user, allowing them to connect to SQL Server from multiple devices.

Flexible Access
Supports access from desktops, laptops, tablets, and other devices used by the licensed user.

Enterprise-Grade Data Access
Enables users to interact with SQL Server databases, applications, and reporting tools.

Software Assurance Benefits
Includes upgrade rights to newer SQL Server versions released during the coverage period.

Enhanced Deployment Flexibility
Software Assurance provides additional deployment options and support resources for organizations managing SQL Server environments.

Software Assurance Benefits

Software Assurance provides several important benefits, including:

• New Version Rights – Upgrade to new SQL Server versions released during the coverage period

• License Mobility – Greater flexibility for moving workloads across servers or virtual environments

• Planning and Deployment Services – Access to Microsoft resources and tools for deployment support

• Extended Support Benefits

Licensing Requirements

• Requires a licensed installation of SQL Server Standard under the Server + CAL licensing model

• Each user accessing the SQL Server must have a User CAL

• User CALs allow the assigned user to access SQL Server from multiple devices

Ideal For

• Employees accessing database applications from multiple devices

• Remote and hybrid work environments

• Organizations with defined user populations

• Businesses that want upgrade protection through Software Assurance