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Your Question: How Do I Run Sql Server on Windows 7?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 3 min read
Your Question: How Do I Run Sql Server on Windows 7?
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Can Microsoft SQL Server run on Windows 7?

SQL Server 2008 express runtime is supported on Windows 7 and on Windows 2008 R2.

How do I run SQL on Windows 7?

Take the following steps to access the SQL Server Configuration Manager via Computer Manager:

  1. Click the Windows key + R to open the Run window.
  2. Type compmgmt. msc in the Open: box.
  3. Click OK.
  4. Expand Services and Applications.
  5. Expand SQL Server Configuration Manager.
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