Deploying and activating

To begin using SQL Tran, you first need to deploy it from the Azure Marketplace and complete the activation process. This section guides you through each step.

1. Start the deployment

Visit the SQL Tran listing on the Azure Marketplace: 🔗 SQL Tran on Azure Marketplace

Click the Get It Now button to begin.

2. Choose your licensing plan

SQL Tran Pro and SQL Tran BYOL licensing plans are available. Microsoft partners are recommended to select SQL Tran BYOL and click Continue.

You will be redirected to the Azure Portal to complete the deployment.

3. Fill out the deployment form

In the Azure Portal, review your selected plan again and click Continue.

Next, fill out the deployment form:

• Resource group: Create a new one or select an existing one

• Region: Choose a location close to your data sources for optimal performance

• Email address: Used to receive deployment credentials

• Initial password: You'll use this to log in for the first time

• Application name: For example, synapsetofabric

After filling out the deployment form, click Review + create to validate your configuration and proceed to the final step.

4. Complete the deployment

Once Azure validates the information, click Create to begin deployment.

This begins the deployment process. Azure will now provision the SQL Tran instance based on your configuration.

Deployment typically takes 10 to 20 minutes to complete.

5. Check your email

After deployment completes, you'll receive a welcome email containing:

• A link to access the SQL Tran web interface

• Your initial login credentials

6. Log into the application

Click the link in your email to open SQL Tran in your browser.

Use your email and the initial password from the Azure form to sign in. Once entered, click Sign in to access the application.

You’ll be prompted to set a new password the first time you sign in.

7. Activate your license

If you're using the SQL Tran BYOL plan, the application will prompt you to activate your license using the activation code from your pre-purchased license.

Once activated, you’re ready to start your migration project with SQL Tran.