This product requires Itanium architecture.SQL Server is a comprehensive, integrated end-to-end data solution that empowers users across your organization by providing them with a secure, reliable, and productive platform for enterprise data and business intelligence (BI) applications. SQL Server 2005 delivers powerful, familiar tools to Information Technology professionals as well as to information workers, reducing the complexity of creating, deploying, managing, and using enterprise data and analytical applications on platforms ranging from mobile devices to enterprise data systems. Through a comprehensive feature set, interoperability with existing systems, and automation of routine tasks, SQL Server 2005 provides a complete data solution for enterprises of all sizes. Standard Edition is the data management and analysis platform for small and medium-sized organizations. It includes the essential functionality needed for e-commerce, data warehousing, and line-of-business solutions. Standard Edition's integrated business intelligence and high-availability features provide organizations with the essential capabilities needed to support their operations.
OS Required: Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Ent. Ed. for 64-Bit Itanium, Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Dat. Ed. for 64-Bit Itanium
Software Requirements: Internet Explorer 5.0 or later
Peripheral / Interface Devices: CD-ROM, VGA monitor
System Requirements Details: 733 MHz - RAM 512 MB
For a comparison of SQL 2005 products please visit Microsoft's website at http://www.microsoft.com/sql/prodinfo/features/compare-features.mspx 
