Move from SQL2012 evaluation to Volume Licencing and further db problems.
In setting up a Server I ordered a copy of SQL Server 2012 Per Core through our Volume Licencing account.In the time I was waiting for this to be approved I downloaded demo copy of SQL Server 2012 and...
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Hi Guys,I have had an evaluation version of SQL 2008 R2 installed, that has now expired.I now have access to SQL obtained through our corporate agreement, which should allow me to upgrade my existing...
View ArticleCan older version of SQL Server be installed side by side with newer version...
Can earlier version of SQL Server (SQL Server 2008 to SQL Server 2012) be installed side by sideAFTER newer version of SQL Server has been installed on the same machine? If the answer will vary...
View ArticleSSMS restarts itself after I close it (version 2014)
I saw the post for 2012, and it stated that it was supposed to have been fixed in a later version or via some sort of hotfix but I'm now using SQL Server 2014 and it still occurs. Microsoft, any ideas...
View ArticleUninstalling 2008 R2
Good Day,Im planning on uninstalling SQL 2008 R2 because i've already upgrade it to SQL 2012, How can i uninstall this woithout removing instance and the Database it contain because is it now the DB of...
View ArticleSQL Server versions Mainstream Support Dates for 2005 and 2008
What is the link to Microsft's official published Support dates for SQL Server 2005 and SQL server 2008.There are several conflicting reports and am looking for the official MicroSoft link so it can be...
View Articleinstall sql server 2008 r2 in windows xp service pack3 gives error
After Installing Support Files, a pop up occurs stating that Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 installation has encountered an error. Error Signature: EventType : sql100msi P1 : 10.50.1600.1 P2 :...
View ArticleInstall SQL 2012 sp1 Named Instance on SQL 2008 r2 Cluster
I am attempting to add a 2012 instance to my 2008r2 cluster, but at 'cluster node configuration' step, the drop down for sql server instance name is empty
View ArticleSql Server 2012 resourcedatabase
Hi,Still resourcesdatabases available is SQL server 2012?How to roll back security update/SP in SQL server 2012
View ArticleChanging name of sql server (only default instance installed)
I need to rename a sql 2005 server and wonder about renaming the local groups created by the sql install (e.g. MACHINENAME\SQLServer2005MSFTEUser$MACHINENAME$MSSQLSERVER) to use the new name of the...
View ArticleSQL Server 2012 Developer on Windows 8 not working
I just bought a SQL Server 2012 Developer and installed on my new windows 8 computer. It does not show up on the apps. It did not create any icon. I simply have no idea what to do?
View ArticleSource for Custom Action Table in SQL 2008 and above.
Up till SQL 9.0, there used to be a CustomAction table in SqlRun.msi but this file was removed in the later versions. Is this still there in any other file or is there an alternate source for pausing...
View ArticleSQL Server 2012 Error
SQL Server Management Studio fails to load with the error message "Microsoft Visual Studio Isolated Shell Environment." "Cannot find one or more components. Please reinstall the application." This...
View ArticleFailure to install SQL Server 2012 SP1 CU8/9 with a “Failed to retrieve data...
Hi all, Has anyone come across SQL Server 2012 SP1 CU8/9 failing to install with a “Failed to retrieve data for this request.” error. The error is too generic for a useful search on web, for me at...
View ArticleQuestion on Product Key
I don't know why my manager is asking... But he would like to know if in the install package, there must be a file that holds the Product Key so that when setup is run the key automatically pops up in...
View ArticleSSMS 2014 Crashes After Installation
Just finished re-installing SQL Server 2014 (Dev Edition x64) and when opening SSMS for the first time, I get the following error:Problem signature: Problem Event Name:CLR20r3 Problem Signature...
View ArticleSQL 2012 SP 1 error -
I have done and read all possible blogs but there is no solution on below error -Please let me know if someone has faced Similar issue :Action required: Use the following information to resolve the...
View ArticleHow Do I Clone A DB
Using SSMS I created a new DB (lets call it NEWDB) then I created a backup of the DB I wanted to Clone (lets call the File Clone.BAK). Now when I attempt to restore NEWDB with CLONE.Bak I get an error...
View ArticleScenarioEngine.exe crashed
Windows version: Windows 8.1 x64Sql server version: 2014 x64 CHSmedia: iso downloaded from microsoft.comScenarioEngine.exe crashed when installing. Also crashed when uninstalling.What should I do to...
View ArticleAttaching SQL Server database that is split into partitions
I have a trial version of SQL Server 2012 Enterprise on our test server that has expired. I would like to install a fresh copy of another Enterprise edition and attach the current db to the new one. I...
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