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This is a repackaged software product wherein additional charges apply for a pre-hardened, SI Core STIG Hardened image and seller support. SQL Server 2022 Express on Windows 2025 provides a robust and feature-rich database solution, optimized for performance and security. With SQL Server 2022 Express, users can leverage advanced data management capabilities such as in-memory processing, enhanced security features, and scalable data storage solutions. Ideal for developers and small-scale applications, SQL Server 2022 Express on Windows 2025 supports rapid application development and deployment, making it a great choice for web and mobile applications. Experience seamless integration, improved reliability, and exceptional support with SQL Server 2022 Express on Windows 2025.
Overview
Experience the powerful capabilities of SQL Server 2022 Express on Windows 2025, designed to provide developers and small businesses with a robust database solution. This scalable and lightweight version of SQL Server 2022 allows you to harness the latest features while keeping costs minimal.
With SQL Server 2022 Express on Windows 2025, you benefit from advanced data management and analysis tools, enabling you to build data-driven applications seamlessly. This AMI supports up to 10 GB of database size, making it ideal for creating smaller applications or for educational purposes.
Key features include:
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Performance Enhancements: Take advantage of the optimized performance and storage capabilities of SQL Server 2022, which translate to faster query execution and improved data handling in your applications.
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Integrated Development Environment: Utilize SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) for an intuitive GUI that simplifies database management tasks, making it easy to create, modify, and administer your databases.
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Robust Security: Protect your data with built-in security features such as encryption and advanced authentication methods, ensuring compliance with regulations and safeguarding sensitive information.
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Connect Anywhere: Leverage cloud capabilities that allow your applications to connect to the database swiftly, supporting flexible application architectures and enabling remote work scenarios.
For developers looking to test their applications, or businesses needing a reliable database solution without incurring licensing fees, SQL Server 2022 Express on Windows 2025 offers an unmatched balance of functionality and efficiency. Deploy it on EC2 instances to maximize your cloud strategy and experience high availability with minimal management overhead.
Unlock the potential of your applications with SQL Server 2022 Express on Windows 2025-the perfect choice for your next project, whether building a simple web app or exploring more sophisticated enterprise solutions.
Hardening and Support
This is a repackaged software product wherein additional charges apply for a pre-hardened, Supported Images Core STIG Hardened image and seller support. Additional detailed information on our hardening process can be found in the Core STIG Hardening for Linux Guide or the Core STIG Hardening for Windows Guide
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Highlights
- SQL Server 2022 Express on Windows 2025 offers a powerful, free database solution designed for lightweight application development and small-scale deployment. It provides essential features such as support for core SQL functionality, integration with advanced analytics, and powerful querying capabilities. Ideal for developers and startups, this AMI allows seamless integration with other Microsoft technologies, optimizing performance and ensuring reliability in data management.
- This AMI empowers businesses to leverage the latest SQL Server advancements without upfront costs. With built-in security features and support for modern data workloads, users can manage their databases more effectively. The flexible setup allows easy scaling as business needs grow, making it an excellent choice for applications requiring quick deployment while ensuring data integrity and security.
- Designed with developers in mind, SQL Server 2022 Express on Windows 2025 is perfect for building and testing applications without the need for a full-fledged SQL Server license. It supports multiple programming languages and frameworks, enhancing compatibility for a wide range of development environments. Ideal for educational purposes and small business applications, it provides a robust platform for innovation and exploration in data management.
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Dimension | Cost/hour |
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i3.4xlarge Recommended | $1.12 |
t2.micro | $0.21 |
t3.micro | $0.07 |
m6in.12xlarge | $3.36 |
g6.24xlarge | $4.48 |
c6id.12xlarge | $3.36 |
g5.12xlarge | $3.36 |
t2.nano | $0.07 |
c7a.xlarge | $0.28 |
m7a.8xlarge | $2.24 |
Dimensions summary
You pay by the hour based on the EC2 instance type you run. This listing packages SQL Server 2022 Express on Windows Server 2025, with vendor support included. Pricing is not tiered by feature or plan. Instead, each dimension maps to a specific EC2 instance size, from small burstable types like t2.nano up to large memory- and compute-optimized machines like x1e.32xlarge. Your hourly rate scales with the compute, memory, and storage capacity of the instance you choose. You are billed only for the hours each instance runs.
Top-of-mind questions for buyers
Each rate covers the SQL Server 2022 Express edition running on Windows Server 2025, plus vendor support. The instance name, like t2.medium or r5.4xlarge, sets the CPU, memory, and storage capacity you receive. You choose the instance size that fits your workload, and the hourly rate follows that choice.
The software rate meters running hours only. When you stop an instance, the hourly software charge stops. Underlying AWS storage fees for the attached volume may still apply while the instance is stopped, but those are separate from this listing's software charge.
Yes. Vendor support is included with this listing. You open a support ticket through the seller, describing the issue and providing your AWS subscription ID and product name. A representative then contacts you to help resolve problems with the deployed image.
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64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
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An AMI is a virtual image that provides the information required to launch an instance. Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) instances are virtual servers on which you can run your applications and workloads, offering varying combinations of CPU, memory, storage, and networking resources. You can launch as many instances from as many different AMIs as you need.
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Log in as Administrator: https://aws.amazon.com/premiumsupport/knowledge-center/retrieve-windows-admin-password/
Login to SQL Management console with the local Administrator account and you can activate the sa account if you wish, or create additional SQL users.
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