If a server was set up years ago and you need to audit your licenses or migrate the instance to new hardware, you might need to find the currently active product key. SQL Server does not display the key in the "About" section of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).
Most enterprise deployments utilize volume licensing media downloaded directly from the Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) or the modern Microsoft Admin Center. i--- Sql Server 2012 Enterprise Edition Product Key
If a server was set up years ago and you need to audit your licenses or migrate the instance to new hardware, you might need to find the currently active product key. SQL Server does not display the key in the "About" section of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).
Most enterprise deployments utilize volume licensing media downloaded directly from the Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) or the modern Microsoft Admin Center.