I currently have no SAS installation. I manage a series of SQL databases. A client has requested that we provide a SAS XD format file once a month for them. They will only accept the data in SAS XD format.   There is no way that SQL can create a file in that format and searching around there seems little option in doing this. I guess the question is what is the most cost effective way for me to install SAS (in whatever form necessary) that will allow me to import a SQL file and generate a SAS XD file.   I have no other need to use the data within SAS.   Odd question I know, but any thoughts would be great.   Thanks ... View more