Installing SQL Server: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you looking to install SQL Server on your machine? Look no further! In this article, we will guide you through the process of installing SQL Server, from mounting the ISO to completing the installation.
Step 1: Mount the ISO
To begin with SQL Server installation, you need to mount the ISO file. You can do this by going to the Windows Start menu and searching for “Windows Disc Image Burner.” From there, you can select your ISO file and click “Mount.” This will create a virtual drive that contains the installation files.
Step 2: System Configuration Checker
Once the ISO is mounted, run the Setup by double-clicking on the “Setup.exe” file inside the virtual drive. The first screen you’ll see is the System Configuration Checker. This screen validates your system to ensure that it meets the requirements for installing SQL Server. If you see any errors, you will need to address them before continuing with the setup.
Step 3: Installation
After clicking OK on the System Configuration Checker, you’ll be taken to the Installation menu. From here, you can choose to install a new SQL Server standalone installation or add features to an existing installation.
Step 4: Licensing Key
When prompted, enter your SQL licensing key. You can also tick the options based on your circumstances, whether with software assurance or license key only. If you plan to install a free edition, choose the first option and select the appropriate version based on your requirements.
Step 5: Accept License Agreement
Next, accept the license agreement by clicking “Next.”
Step 6: Select Installation Type
On the next screen, select the type of installation you want to perform. You can choose between a new SQL Server standalone installation or adding features to an existing installation. For this example, we will select a new SQL Server standalone installation.
Step 7: Named Instance
Select “Named instance” if you want to select a different name for the SQL instance. Otherwise, you can leave it as the default instance. Click “Next.”
Step 8: Service Account
On the next screen, you can select a service account for the SQL service. You can either use an existing Windows user account or create a new one. We will move forward with the default selection and click “Next.”
Step 9: Authentication Mode
Select the authentication mode that best fits your needs. In this example, we will select “Mix Mode” to specify the SA password and add a Windows user account to have SQL Server administrator privileges. Click “Next.”
Step 10: Data Directories
In the Data Directories tab, you can select a different path for SQL server installation. For example, you may need to define different database directory, log directory, and backup directory. Click “Next.”
Step 11: Installation
Once you have selected all the necessary options, click “Install.” The installation process will begin, and it may take some time to complete. Grab a coffee, sit back, and relax.
Step 12: Close Installation Wizard
After the installation is complete, click “Close” to exit the Installation Wizard.
Step 13: Install SQL Management Tools
From the Start menu under Microsoft SQL Server Tools 19, click on “Management Studio.” This will direct you to the SQL Management Studio download web page. Click the URL below to Download SSMS. The Download will take time. Once it is finished, execute the installation file.
Step 14: Connect to the Database Server
After installing SQL Management Studio, you can connect to the database server by defining the credentials and clicking “Connect.”
Step 15: Access the Database Server
Finally, you can access the database server and proceed with database creations and table creations.
That’s it! With these steps, you have successfully installed SQL Server on your machine. We hope this guide was helpful to you. To view our previous Microsoft-related posts, click here. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Comment * Name * Email * Website