SQL Server, convert a named instance to default instance?
I need to convert a named instance of SQL server 2005, to a default instance. Is there a way to do this without a reinstall? ...
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SQL - Connect to Linked Server with Named Instance
How do I connect to a named instance of a linked SQL server. If its not linked, I would do the following: ServerName.DatabaseName.dbo.TableName If it is linked, I would assume the following: ServerName\InstanceName.DatabaseName.dbo.TableName but SQL doesn't like the "\" What is the correct syntax ...
SQL Server instance name with IP address
I have a very strange situation happening and I'm hoping someone here knows why. I have TCP/IP enabled for all ports on the default port 1433. All tests are consistent with SQL Server Management Studio and my program. This works: ComputerName\InstanceName 127.0.0.1 127.0.0.1,1433 192.168.1.100 192.168.1.100,1433 This does NOT wor...
Can I modify package.xml file in SQL bootstrapper to install a named SQL server instance
I want to use the SqlExpress2008 Bootstrapper for a new installation on Windows7, I do not want to use the default SQLEXPRESS Instance. I have attempted to edit the package.xml file located in: C:\Program Files\Microsoft SDKs\Windows\v7.0A\Bootstrapper\Packages\SqlExpress2008\en\package.xml and updated the command argument instan...