Windows & Microsoft
Microsoft — SQL Server 2022 Standard activation
Use the supplied key only with the product edition and platform shown in your order.
Activation steps
- 1
Download the exact SQL Server 2022 edition from an official Microsoft source.
- 2
Run SQL Server Setup and choose a new stand-alone installation or the applicable maintenance option.
- 3
Enter the supplied product key on the Product Key page and confirm the displayed edition.
- 4
Complete setup and verify the installed edition in SQL Server Configuration Manager or the setup summary.
Troubleshooting
- A key for a different SQL Server year or edition will not be accepted.
- Record the setup error code and installed edition before contacting support.