Microsoft SQL Server Native Client x64

Microsoft SQL Server Native Client x64 is a 64-bit data access component that provides both an ODBC driver and an OLE DB provider for connecting applications to Microsoft SQL Server. It enables reliable, high‑performance connectivity and supports features such as integrated Windows authentication, encryption, and Multiple Active Result Sets (MARS). This package, distributed internally by Canada Life, installs the 64-bit Native Client required by applications that depend on the SQLNCLI provider/driver.

Key points:

• Delivers ODBC and OLE DB connectivity for Microsoft SQL Server.
• Built for 64-bit Windows environments.
• Supports a range of SQL Server versions; specific capabilities may vary by version.
• Can coexist with other SQL Server client drivers.
• Commonly required by line-of-business apps, reporting tools, and integration services.

Notes:

• If an application requires a specific Native Client version (for example, SQLNCLI11), verify compatibility before upgrading.
• On 64-bit systems, 32-bit applications may also require the 32-bit Native Client.

Microsoft SQL Server Native Client x64 is developed by Canada Life. The most popular version of this product among our users is 11.4.