How To Install MySQL on Windows 11

How To Install MySQL on Windows 11 | Step-by-Step Guide
In this video, we’ll walk you through the process of installing MySQL on Windows 11, the most popular relational database management system used for web development, data storage, and application management. Whether you're a developer, data scientist, or database administrator, setting up MySQL on your Windows machine is essential for managing your databases effectively.
This guide will cover everything from downloading MySQL, installing it, configuring the server, and running your first SQL query. Let’s get started!
*Why Use MySQL?*
MySQL is widely known for its reliability, ease of use, and scalability. It's commonly used with web applications, and it's the preferred database system for many popular platforms such as WordPress, Joomla, and more. With MySQL on your Windows 11 machine, you’ll have a powerful and flexible tool to manage databases, large and small.
What You’ll Learn:
*Downloading MySQL Installer for Windows:* We’ll begin by guiding you through how to download the official MySQL installer from the official MySQL website. You’ll learn which version of MySQL to select (Community or Enterprise edition) based on your needs.
*Installing MySQL on Windows 11:* Once the installer is downloaded, we’ll show you the step-by-step process of installing MySQL, including selecting the installation type (Server Only, Full, or Custom), and configuring the necessary components like MySQL Server, MySQL Workbench, and MySQL Shell.
*Configuring MySQL Server:* We’ll guide you through configuring the MySQL server, setting up a root password, and configuring network options. You’ll also learn how to configure MySQL as a Windows service so that it starts automatically when your system boots.
*Running MySQL Workbench:* MySQL Workbench is a powerful tool for managing databases visually. We’ll walk you through how to launch it, connect to your MySQL server, and run your first SQL queries.
*Testing the MySQL Installation:* After the installation, we’ll show you how to verify that MySQL is running correctly by connecting to it using MySQL Workbench or the command line. You’ll also learn how to troubleshoot common issues.
Key Steps:
1. *Download MySQL:*
Visit the official MySQL website at [MySQL Downloads](dev.mysql.com/....
Select the "MySQL Community Edition" for free use and download the MySQL Installer for Windows.
2. *Install MySQL:*
Run the downloaded installer and choose "Custom" or "Server Only" installation based on your requirements.
Follow the prompts to install MySQL Server, MySQL Workbench, and any other necessary components.
3. *Configure MySQL Server:*
Set up the root user password and choose whether to create additional users.
Configure networking settings (use default settings or customize based on your needs).
Set MySQL as a Windows service for easy management.
4. *Open MySQL Workbench:*
After installation, open MySQL Workbench and connect to your MySQL server using your root credentials.
Create your first database and execute a basic SQL query to verify the installation.
5. *Test MySQL via Command Line (Optional):*
Open the Windows Command Prompt.
Run `mysql -u root -p` to access the MySQL shell, and execute SQL commands directly from the terminal.
Key Features:
*Complete Installation Process:* From downloading the installer to running your first MySQL query, we guide you through every step.
*User-Friendly Setup:* Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced user, this tutorial simplifies the MySQL installation process on Windows 11.
*MySQL Workbench:* Learn how to use MySQL Workbench to manage your databases easily and visually.
Make sure to watch the full video to successfully install MySQL on your Windows 11 machine and start managing your databases. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more database tutorials and tech guides!
*Helpful Resources:*
MySQL Downloads: [Download MySQL](dev.mysql.com/...)
MySQL Workbench Documentation: [Workbench Docs](dev.mysql.com/...)
Official MySQL Documentation: [MySQL Docs](dev.mysql.com/...)
If you encounter any issues during the installation or configuration process, feel free to leave a comment, and we’ll help you resolve it!
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[@Exploring_The_Coding]

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[@suryateja5845]

Hello, Everything went good untill in Apply configuration section, It’s failing at Initialising database (4th) step.

[@sphystius9031]

Hi, were you able to find the solution to this issue?

[@LaXsoo_11]

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[@adegbolaayodeji8927]

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[@dilipkrishna5559]

@12:00 its showing Connection Warning (Local instance MySQL84) Incompatible/nonstandard server version or connection protocol detected (9.1.0). A connection to this database can be established but some MySQL Workbench features may not work properly since the database is not fully compatible with the supported versions of MySQL. MySQL Workbench is developed and tested for MySQL Server versions 5.6, 5.7 and 8.0. Please note: there may be some incompatibilities with version 8.4. For MySQL Server older than 5.6, please use MySQL Workbench version 6.3. Can you please solve this issue, I think many are facing this problem

[@Furong-19]

Did you solve this problem?

[@ravillagopinathchowdary3594]

I'm getting the same, what i have to do now?

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[@naazkhn6989]

It says .. this application requires visual studio 2019 redistributable.. please install the redistributable then run this installer again 😢😢... Which should I do now?

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[@saketh2987]

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[@giancarlokuosmanen9723]

Perfect, thanks!

[@redhraf]

it's not working for me i got and error here 5:51 It shows a red cross in initializaing database , even I repeated everything 3 times and the same error apears.

[@sphystius9031]

Hi, were you able to find the solution to this issue?

[@shahizakarjikar4384]

Solution for this???

[@PranavMali-r5o]

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[@Abrahampro147]

12:00 MySQL Workbench Connection Warning (Local instance mysql) Incompatible/nonstandard server version or connection protocol detected (9.0.1). A connection to this database can be established but some MySQL Workbench features may not work properly since the database is not fully compatible with the supported versions of MySQL. MySQL Workbench is developed and tested for MySQL Server versions 5.6, 5.7 and 8.0. Please note: there may be some incompatibilities with version 8.4. For MySQL Server older than 5.6, please use MySQL Workbench version 6.3.

[@sejal632]

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[@SweetyRawat]

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[@ezekwu77]

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[@amansaxena3707]

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[@richawadhwani254]

6:01 I'm not sure why it's failing at this step repeatedly. please help me

[@sphystius9031]

Hi, were you able to find the solution to this issue?

[@real_javohir]

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[@psec]

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[@parthvijaiswal627]

error are generated in configuration 4( intializing database) are not excuted

[@animetv6492]

It shows same for me. Did u get any solution for it?

[@ALHASANMAHMOUD-i1z]

same . got solution?

[@rp_editz011]

What did u do then

[@akshanshsharma6025]

i am getting the error while installing the Mysql it throws an error while initallising the database (shows me all my configuration revert back to its original state) please tell me how to resolve this error

[@sphystius9031]

Hi, were you able to find the solution to this issue?

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[@alisonfride6155]

what you have done after 8:31sec to 9:05sec

[@bts_jimin_kadhali187]

I couldn't download, it shows like THIS APPLICATION REQUIRES VISUAL STUDIO 2019 ×64 REDISTRIBUTABLE. PLEASE INSTALL THE REDISTRIBUTABLE THEN RUN THIS INSTALLER AGAIN

[@abirami5004]

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[@stellanamonje2636]

It’s failed to initialize database on the 4 th step under the apply configuration

[@saiganeshrao7885]

Same issue

[@saiganeshrao7885]

Did u get any solution

[@MCR20058]

Same issue

[@ShrunkalGowda]

I am facing the same issue...😢

[@suryateja5845]

Did your Issue got resolved, cause I got struck at the same thing

[@vishal7269]

but workbench shows some features will not work with the given server as it is not tested fully.

[@marykim6099]

having same problem here..

[@stockwise1]

I cannot connect to it remotely. Can you help? Thanks.

[@vasantabaria8921]

Thank you ❤

[@pasankulasinghe3444]

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[@neelramteke3125]

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Thanks man

[@arohanbhattacharya6422]

I tried downloading everything was fine until after download it asked for the password. I put the same root password I had put initially during installation and also opened the correct downloaded, but everytime I enter the password the application automatically closes. Can someone tell me why this could possibly happen as it is urgent for my to download MySQL

[@SagarGarg-g4y]

Try writing your pc password

[@samridhi4719]

same

[@brightybytee3856]

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[@SatyamMishra-y5g]

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[@thomasstanli4980]

Initializing database keeps failing. Pls help

[@Unknownfacts-444]

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[@shirishapeddigari6638]

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[@90bcaroushan33]

Thanks dear

[@ruchinabellamia4040]

hi, i got stuck here 5;56 keeps giving error with initializing database kindly assist

[@swagatikasahoo1531]

I am getting a No packages found problem and installer shows MySQL Installer(Offline) on the top. What should I do??

[@alisonfride6155]

I didn't got the rectangular table at 8:31sec in the video.

[@MotivationMastery-up4fh]

Thank yo,u I was trying to enable my running button, I uninstalled and again installed to solve the prblm by mistakenly think that something I missed when I download. Now its working and the lightening button is colored .

[@Techkanchan22]

Sir Itne sare videos dekhe mene sir aapka ekdam best or clear tha sir itne din se preshan thi ki kya hua kya hua itna error tq sir

[@sravanichintala7993]

bro for workbench its not working getting failed to connect to database server local instace mysql80 is there in my workbench but your's is local instance mysql90 how can i make it work

[@neetiverma8941]

thankyou

[@sykalyan2229]

can i use the application SQL Developer as database management UI Tool ?

[@tanjirokamado-k2e]

can anyone say how much storage required for this in my laptop i don't know anything about this i started learning it today

[@ALHASANMAHMOUD-i1z]

intializing database are not excuted, what the solution? many of us have faced this!

[@skalam71]

Same issue with me kindly need solution.

[@deepakkumarkathiresan530]

It's saying this application requires visual studio 2019 * 24 redistributable. Where to download this. Please someone help me out.

[@PiyushKorgaonkar-un9gi]

Same problem any solution ?

[@jeetbeerbisht972]

Same... Btw have you successfully downloaded it..?

[@andrewjohnson4352]

You should be able to google it and get it.. its on the Microsoft website.

[@spb1237]

same prblm..did u guys get any soln?

[@hazimabdelgadiromar7734]

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[@weenath]

thank you

[@MohdShoebTaj]

getting problem in the execute step the server is not getting started?

[@HusseinAlhajj-nl8pj]

Please anyone can help in apply configuration on the execute step because initializing database isn't working

[@Jha_shruti]

Hi. I am still getting error in initializing database which is in section apply configuration. Can someone please help with that?

[@jairajsinghjassal2630]

my execution is facing an error what should i do for i

[@RaphaelRoy-fm9od]

mysql -u root -p It's giving MySQL is not recognisable as an internal or external command,operable program or batch file. I cannot access through command prompt

[@Knowledge_Spread]

Yeh this works 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@A.Tamilselvi]

But I got failed in Intializing database what I need to do it

[@ashabajudith6774]

me too

[@sufianmustafa5656]

Mine doesn't initialize the database, why? I've repeatedly done it several times while following all steps, the issue begins when i finish installing it, it doesn't have welcome and "data directory" options 😕

[@sufianmustafa5656]

5:00

[@deepakkumarkathiresan530]

It's showing error on APPLY CONFIGURATION - > INITIALIZING DATABASE, How should I solve this error?

[@rp_editz011]

Same problem