Amazon RDS for SQL Server adds Bring Your Own Media support
Amazon RDS for SQL Server now supports Bring Your Own Media (BYOM), allowing customers to reuse existing Microsoft SQL Server licenses when migrating to AWS. This feature helps reduce costs for organizations moving SQL Server applications from on-premises or other cloud environments to Amazon RDS. It is particularly beneficial for companies looking to adopt a managed database service while leveraging their current license agreements. BYOM is integrated with AWS License Manager for tracking usage and compliance.
- →Support for Bring Your Own Media (BYOM) for SQL Server on RDS
- →Cost savings and simplified adoption of RDS
- →License management and compliance integration
Features (1) ›
- Support for Bring Your Own Media (BYOM) for SQL Server on RDS
Amazon RDS for SQL Server now enables customers to bring their existing Microsoft SQL Server licenses, including Software Assurance, through Microsoft's License Mobility program. This allows for the reuse of licenses when migrating to the managed AWS service.
Enhancements (2) ›
- Cost savings and simplified adoption of RDS
BYOM eliminates the need to purchase additional Microsoft SQL Server licenses or wait for existing agreements to expire, thereby reducing costs for customers migrating to Amazon RDS. It simplifies the adoption process for those moving from on-premises, other clouds, or self-managed EC2 instances.
- License management and compliance integration
The BYOM feature is integrated with AWS License Manager, enabling customers to track their Microsoft SQL Server license usage across their AWS environment for better licensing compliance. Resources for setup and pricing information are available in the Amazon RDS SQL Server User Guide and pricing page.
https://aws.amazon.com/about-aws/whats-new/2026/06/rds-sqlserver-supports-bring-your-own-media/