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[SQL] SQL Server Developer 2008


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I installed Sql Server Developer 2008. During installation i chose ' Business Intelligence Development Studio' and 'Sql Management Sutdio Full'. After installation i downloaded and installed 'AdventureWorks' sample database. I opened my 'Sql Management Studio', now i have blank name in my server name. How do i install the server name so that i can attach the 'AdventureWorks'.

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actually i think i do understand..

just connect up to localhost.

if you don't specify a named instance, it will just default to blank which is basically the machine name..

i think that's what you are on about?

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Okay #1, did you install the SQL Server engine during installation?

And 2, sometimes it doesn't automatically add the name, so just use your computer name to login (windows authentication).

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And 2, sometimes it doesn't automatically add the name, so just use your computer name to login (windows authentication).

It's not random.. you have to specifically say "Not a named instance"

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