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I need to do a fresh install in a lab environment. Where's a good place to download it?
I need to do a fresh install in a lab environment. Where's a good place to download it?
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Log in to answerBest Answer · By JanBask MS SQL Server Expert
Answered on Oct 4, 2022
If you want it for a lab environment you can get a pre configured VHD with an evaluation edition of sql2008R2 download installed. It is valid for 180 days:
SQL Server 2008 R2 Standard on Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Standard (x64)
Also, you can get it if you or one of your colleagues have a MSDN subscription. If the subscription is not yours you can download it from there and use it for the 180 day evaluation period.
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