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2.2 Installation Steps

2.2 Installation Steps

Installing SQL Server involves several steps to ensure a successful setup. Follow these steps for a typical installation:

Step 1: Download SQL Server Installer

  1. Visit the official Microsoft SQL Server download page.
  2. Choose the edition you need (e.g., SQL Server Express, Standard, or Enterprise).
  3. Download the SQL Server installer executable.

Step 2: Run the Installer

  1. Double-click the downloaded installer executable to launch the SQL Server Installation Center.

Step 3: Choose Installation Type

  1. In the Installation Center, click on "New SQL Server stand-alone installation or add feature to an existing installation."

Step 4: Accept License Terms

  1. Read and accept the license terms.

Step 5: Install Setup Files

  1. The installer will check for prerequisites. If any are missing, the installer will prompt you to install them.
  2. Once prerequisites are installed, click "Next" to proceed.

Step 6: Feature Selection

  1. Select the SQL Server features you want to install. Common features include Database Engine Services, SQL Server Replication, Full-Text and Semantic Extractions for Search, etc.
  2. Click "Next" to proceed.

Step 7: Instance Configuration

  1. Choose the instance configuration. The default instance name is often MSSQLSERVER.
  2. You can also specify a named instance.
  3. Click "Next" to proceed.

Step 8: Server Configuration

  1. Configure the SQL Server services. Set the startup type and account for each service.
  2. Click "Next" to proceed.

Step 9: Database Engine Configuration

  1. Choose authentication mode (Windows or Mixed Mode).
    • For Mixed Mode, set and confirm the SQL Server system administrator (SA) password.
  2. Add SQL Server administrators.
  3. Click "Next" to proceed.

Step 10: Analysis Services, Reporting Services, and Integration Services Configuration (Optional)

  1. If you're installing Analysis Services, Reporting Services, or Integration Services, configure them accordingly.
  2. Click "Next" to proceed.

Step 11: Ready to Install

  1. Review the summary of features and configurations.
  2. Click "Install" to begin the installation process.

Step 12: Installation Progress

  1. The installer will display the progress of the installation.
  2. Once completed, click "Next" to proceed.

Step 13: Complete the Installation

  1. Review the installation summary to ensure it was successful.
  2. Click "Close" to exit the installer.

Congratulations! You've successfully installed SQL Server. You can now launch SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) to start working with your databases.

Note: The steps provided are based on a typical installation. Your specific requirements and environment may influence certain configurations. Always refer to the official Microsoft documentation for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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