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AndySummers
Starting Member
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 Posted - 2015-02-03 : 07:01:24
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| Hello, I am looking for the x64 install for SQL Server 2005 enterprise edition - I already have a license and the x86 install disks. Can anyone supply a DVD or download or tell me where I can get this? I have already asked Microsoft but their reply was they can't supply because it is discontinued.Thanks. |
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gbritton
Master Smack Fu Yak Hacker
2780 Posts |
Posted - 2015-02-03 : 09:31:18
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| tell us why you want to install 2005 instead of a current, supported release. |
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AndySummers
Starting Member
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Posted - 2015-02-03 : 09:48:46
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| Because we only have a license for 2005 and it costs circa £20,000 - obviously we would love to run the latest version but have not got the money to purchase another license. |
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gbritton
Master Smack Fu Yak Hacker
2780 Posts |
Posted - 2015-02-03 : 10:19:55
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| ok, so why is your 32-bit version not good enough? Why do you want to install a 64-bit version? |
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AndySummers
Starting Member
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Posted - 2015-02-03 : 10:34:06
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| If I can't get 64-bit then we will have to stick with the 32-bit, however the 64-bit handles memory better. Currently we have 32-bit 2003 o/s installed but will be upgrading to 2008 or 2012 x64 |
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tkizer
Almighty SQL Goddess
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Posted - 2015-02-03 : 12:17:45
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| Definitely 64-bit is the way to go, but we can't help you. It would be illegal for us to provide the software. Since you do own the license, Microsoft has to provide the software to you. I'm not sure who you asked already, but you need to try again.Tara KizerSQL Server MVP since 2007http://weblogs.sqlteam.com/tarad/ |
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SQL Server 2005 enterprise x64 install