Installing SQL Server

Ensure that you have Administrative privileges on your computer

Download Microsoft® SQL Server® 2008 R2 SP1 – Express Edition with tools form here

64 bit version – SQLEXPRWT_x64_ENU.exe- 980.9 MB

32 Bit Version – SQLEXPRWT_x86_ENU.exe – 308.4 MB

After downloading reboot your computer and close all applications.

Installation

Run the downloaded SQLEXPRWT file

Select New Installation:

Accept the license terms and click Next:

Select All and Click Next:

Select Default Instance and select Next:

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SQL Server installs…

Click Close:

Open SQL Server Management Studio

Accept the defaults and click Connect: