How to install SQL Server 2022 Developer and SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) - for FREE

In this video, we'll have a look at how to install SQL Server 2022 Developer edition, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and Azure Data Studio on your Windows 10 (TH1 1507 or greater) or Windows 11 computer - for FREE.
My SQL Server Udemy courses are:
70-461, 70-761 Querying Microsoft SQL Server with T-SQL: rebrand.ly/que...
98-364: Database Fundamentals (Microsoft SQL Server): rebrand.ly/dat...
70-462 SQL Server Database Administration (DBA): rebrand.ly/sql...
Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS): rebrand.ly/sql...
SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS): rebrand.ly/sql...
SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS): rebrand.ly/sql...
Microsoft Power Pivot (Excel) and SSAS (Tabular DAX model): rebrand.ly/mic...
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The good news is that you don't need a server to install it - your desktop and laptop will probably be fine.
In this video:
1. We will download SQL Server Developer Edition - for free. It used to sell for US$200.
2. We will then install SQL Server Developer Edition. What is very important is not selecting all of the options, but just a few.
3. We will then install SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). This is the front-engine, the part that you will use.
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Links to my website are:
70-461, 70-761 Querying Microsoft SQL Server with T-SQL: idodata.com/que...
98-364: Database Fundamentals (Microsoft SQL Server): idodata.com/dat...
SQL Server Essential in an Hour: idodata.com/sql...
70-462 SQL Server Database Administration (DBA): idodata.com/sql...
DP-300: Administering Relational Databases: idodata.com/dp-...
Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS): idodata.com/mic...
SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS): idodata.com/sql...
SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS): idodata.com/sql...
Microsoft Power Pivot (Excel) and SSAS (Tabular DAX model): rebrand.ly/mic...
1Z0-071 Oracle SQL Developer - certified associate: idodata.com/iz0...
SQL for Microsoft Access: idodata.com/sql...
DP-900: Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals: idodata.com/dp-...

[@jesusisgodallbyhimself]

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[@geethikanori9449]

Installed just the way you walked through. No issues faced at all, loved the smooth installation. Thanks a mil!!❣

[@michaelt312]

The algorithm brought me here and glad it did. Just bought a desktop specifically to learn SQL. Your style of presentation is straightforward and brilliant. Thank you!!

[@lawrencekangethekangethe2876]

I have been trying to import excel data into SQL for the last 3 days. I tried a lot of stuff that I read online but non worked. This video is a life saver. Was easy to follow and understand. Problems landed me here but am hooked now. Will check you other courses in Udemy. Thank you

[@Redrot272]

Thank you so much, I was stuck for like 2h because I didn't uncheck the Azure extension for SQL server and assumed it was something to do with my previous installations or with my Microsoft account. I don't remember the last time I tried to install something where you had to uncheck something, otherwise it would fail in the next step with an error that was not be helpful at all.

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Samuel. I agree - it was quite a surprise when I came across it. A very…interesting…design decision. Phillip

[@progress_ively]

Same

[@andyray963]

Thanks for the great video. Followed it to a tee and got the SQL 2022 installed on my VM.

[@TienNguyen-2909]

If you got the error "A connection was successfully established with the server, but then an error occurred during the login process. (provider: SSL Provider, error: 0 - The certificate chain was issued by an authority that is not trusted.) (Framework Microsoft SqlClient Data Provider)" => Choose button Option => Tick on Trust server certificate

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Tien. That's right; please have a look at my video on the subject - kzbin.info/www/bejne/m16yq5J8eN9paKM . Phillip

[@Kitty_Cosmic]

that helped me out thank you

[@Cahangir]

Thanks man, things shouldn't be this complicated.

[@Mnfls]

Thank you so much!!! I love your channel and the way you explain. Really to comprehend SQL server rather than find a quick glance

[@vaibhavkamble3325]

It was the full stop of my queries. really liked the video

[@Pelemorra]

@23:56 This really helped a lot. I started a tutorial and couldn't believe I was already stuck and just in the very beginning lol. Up and running now, tysm!

[@paulinecraddock1437]

Clear explanation - you make so easy to follow the process. Thank you so much.

[@HuyHuynh-rf4ic]

Nice video. This is the most complete video tutorial about sql server.

[@niushayaghini9953]

thank you so much, your explanation were really complete, i was so confuse before watching this, thanks again

[@sakshirathi2225]

2nd half helped me out, thank you for the videos!

[@cryptombt5880]

Thank you so much for this video. I’m new to SQL and this was a massive help. You got a new subscriber. Keep up the good work

[@ShekharKausalye-x6b]

Thank for this tutorial. Really handy and helpful. Explanation is very through and in details which is hard to find in many other videos available on the KZbin.

[@alaaal-harastani1182]

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[@DeronHuskey]

I want to echo the previous commenters. Wonderful tutorial. Thanks for the time you put into that.

[@SQLServer101]

Thank you Deron. I'm glad that you enjoyed it, and I hope it helps you on your SQL journey. Phillip

[@aryanaboyaryayeenezhad7295]

Awesome tutorial from the gentleman! very explanatory and understandable. Thank you sir!!!

[@somanibharat]

Thank you. I needed help with the second half and your video was very helpful. Smooth as hot knife in butter!

[@stevenstern1155]

Thank you for the crystal clear instructions. I too have subscribed and given a hearty thumbs up. Looking to watching your other videos. Thank you so much.

[@SQLServer101]

Awesome, thank you! I hope that you enjoy the other videos. Phillip

[@JH-cj4bu]

Thank you so much! I've been struggling for 2~3days to download SQL2022 in window 11! I should've watched this video much earlier! Thanks a lot!

[@isiakaraheem6111]

Thank you . Very detail . I will sure buy one of your sql server courses

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Isiakaraheem. Thank you very much. I wish you well on your SQL learning journey. Phillip

[@davidkeating8751]

Thank you so much! Your tutorial was lucid and easy to follow.. Looking forward to seeing more of your content!

[@lowroar5127]

exactly what I was searching for, great channel btw! thanks

[@icegago]

Very clear and perfect explanation. without any issue I could install both software. Thanks Phillip :)

[@pratyushkanda]

Thank you so much for the video, it really helped me save my time .

[@FaberLSH]

Thank u so much for the helpful tutorial. I was looking for this.

[@cyclecomtec]

Very thorough and easy to follow. Thank you.

[@MariyaIvanova-b1b]

You are brilliant!!! Well done!!!!

[@RajKumar-nt5hk]

Very Great Session… Thank You So Much 🙏

[@rww786432004ify]

You can also input dxdiag in the windows search bar on the bottom left

[@abdulbrakat]

This video helped a lot. Thank you very so much!

[@DivyanshuRai-u5e]

At 7:51 in video the link for free download(that is:- Visual Studio Dev Essentials members) is not working

[@SQLServer101]

Hi User. Thank you for your message. I have just tried going to my.visualstudio.com/ , and it works for me. Phillip

[@romanlukichev4971]

Oh God, did they publish SQL Server 2022 Developer edition! 😀

[@SQLServer101]

I know. Finally!

[@ghostwarrior7922]

Tnx this video was really helpfull

[@sofiazhniuk8160]

Very understandable, thank you!

[@charithakasun6094]

Thank you very much sir from sri lanka.

[@SQLServer101]

Thank you so much for your gratitude! It means a lot to me that my content is reaching viewers all the way in Sri Lanka. Phillip

[@NRHTX1]

Sir you rock! Thank you for sharing this video.

[@AsmaaMGaber]

thank you, very helpful. keep going

[@josepedrogarciarodrigues4511]

Very helpful thank you very much!

[@elmugJJvaldivia]

Gracias Excelente vvideo Saludos desde Guanajuato Mexico

[@SQLServer101]

De nada y Saludos. Phillip

[@ajshah2748]

wonderful - super helpful

[@N00004]

that was very nice thank you for these amazing way

[@marrogls]

excellent explanation, thank you very much

[@nguyentanloc9118]

Thank you very much, it's really helpful

[@chijuston]

Hi I just noticed that SSMS v20.2 no longer comes with Azure Data Studio

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Chi. Thank you for your message. That's right - if you want Azure Data Studio, then you need to download it separately. Phillip

[@Sa-jx6rm]

wow ! thank you so much it was very helpful

[@Riddlespuzzles]

Thanks for the video. It is very useful.

[@x2chrismchrism]

Hello I'm in the middle of instalation. After the first part, before you say we have to install 'the front ', appeared a small window saying that I should restart the computer. You didn't get that message. Should I restart and then come back to install the 'front' ?(Continue instalation from min 20.20)

[@SQLServer101]

Hi x2. Thank you for your question. If the computer asks you to reboot, then I would do so. Phillip

[@anukutty9820]

Very useful ❤

[@kashmirisatpute4813]

Thank you so much for this video

[@paulinecraddock1437]

Hello, every time I try to connect to mysql database, I receive a message saying that 'This connector requires one or more additional components to be installed before it can be used.' I clicked on the 'Learn more' button and is said that I needed to install from MYSQL Community Downloads' the 'Connector/NET 9.1.0,' however, despite having downloaded it, I am still getting the same message! Can anyone help, please?

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Pauline. I'm afraid I've never used mySQL, so I don't know. Phillip

[@CPLNet1]

Excellent vedio well presented.other guys comments says it all.

[@saket6]

Nice information. Thanks a lot. I have a query. Let me know whether can we upgrade ssis 2014 packages and deploy on sql server 2022 db catalog. Also can we deploy sql server 2022 on Azure VM and whether run ssis packages from Azure VM.

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Saket. Please see learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sql/integration-services/install-windows/upgrade-integration-services-packages-using-the-ssis-package-upgrade-wizard?view=sql-server-ver16 - and yes, you can deploy SQL Server 2022 on Azure VM. Phillip

[@saket6]

@@SQLServer101 Hi, Thank you very much for your immediate responce. However the link what you provided is talking SSIS packages migration till 2019. I don't think lower versions of SSIS package below 2019 can be migrated directly to SSIS 2022.

[@FuhadTijani]

Mine doesn't have the Azure studio what can I do

[@HayfordMensah-x5k]

hello, i followed all the steps on the video but I'm still getting challenges to connect to a server. is there anything i can do?

[@SQLServer101]

Hello Hayford. Thank you for your question. Please have a look at kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpO1hIKMl6dogdU . Phillip

[@YiannosG]

Thanks for a great video

[@sirmudkipactually]

Hello I got the following problem when trying to connect to the server: A connection was successfully established with the server, but then an error occurred during the login process. (provider: SSL Provider, error: 0 - The certificate chain was issued by an authority that is not trusted.) (Framework Microsoft SqlClient Data Provider). Could you help me with this? Edit: nvm, solved by checking the "trust this server" option.

[@huanyanlim2981]

Hi May I know where can I find the trust this server option?

[@sirmudkipactually]

@@huanyanlim2981 Hello, I can't quite recall, but it came from a prompt on the right side on the screen, near the bottom there's one of the options that says "trust this server" and it's set to False, I changed it to True and I got the access needed. I'm sorry I can't remember it better because now I connect directly with just my user, it doesn't ask anymore.

[@sirmudkipactually]

@@huanyanlim2981 Hi again, I just checked and found it, on the server list in Azure Data Studio select the database you want to gain access to, then right click and hit the "Edit Connection" option, there a prompt on the right side of the screen should appear, navigate near the end of the list and you should find an option that's called "Trust server certificate", change the False to True and save, you should be able to connect now.

[@kakabraza8869]

​@@sirmudkipactuallythanks a bunch it worked

[@sk_344]

thanks bro it work

[@bezualemfisseha2119]

Thank you so much

[@JoelGonzalez-jv5jc]

thankyou for the video very good

[@gopikrishna2884]

Lenovo g500s model. Intel CPU version: Intel (R) core ( TM) i3-3110M CPU@ 2.40 GZ System memory: 6144 MB Hi, the above information is my laptop configuration. I brought in 2013. Could you tell this configuration is enough for the run SQL server in my laptop. Please help me.

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Gopik. Yes, that should be enough to run SQL Server. I assume from the system memory that you have a 64-bit Windows. You should use a version which is comparable with your version of Windows. Phillip

[@ntsakonhlangwini]

Hi thanks for the video, I have a challenge, my machine gets stuck for hours right after clicking yes from the “do you want this application to make changes to your computer” message☹️ been stuck since yesterday on “getting things ready” please assist

[@SQLServer101]

Hi. I would try right-hand clicking on the application before running it, maybe holding the Shift key down, and select "Run as Administrator". See if that works. Phillip

[@khaledfawzy2750]

Excuse me , please I trayed to download sql server 2022 yesterday and this message appeared for me setup account privileges "failed"

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Khaled. Thank you for your message. I would try downloading the full program, and then right-hand clicking on it and selecting "Run as Administrator". Phillip

[@ronald3757]

Thanks for work

[@DevEducation-jp8nv]

Hello i get issue with iint he minit 19:40 Error meesage " DataBase Engine service : status Failed . Can you please assist ? BR ,

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Dev. Thank you for your question. Do you have a status code, probably a 5-digit number? Phillip

[@DevEducation-jp8nv]

@@SQLServer101 no it just feild to install . i have win 11,

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Dev. I'm afraid that, without any details, I can't really help. Phillip

[@kristimolla4421]

​@@SQLServer101 i have the same problem Error code: 0x851A001A

[@Ali.sinjary10]

when connect to database engine and choise Desktop_98....... i can't connect but when i write loclhost it's normal it connected ??

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Ali. It depends what you have called your database engine. It sounds like it is on your computer, so localhost or . would work fine. Phillip

[@stormjack]

Great tutorial! This belongs on the Microsoft site.

[@rahulpanday8199]

Hi Please help to connect SSMS to server I had tried so many times every time i am getting same error

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Rahul. Assuming you have just installed SQL server on your computer, I would use the server name localhost or . (dot). Depending on your error, you might want to have a look at kzbin.info/www/bejne/qH2vZH97fs9loK8 . Phillip

[@saurabhkumarmodi1662]

Can Someone help me, I am getting error while installing it on my PC? Error: External component has thrown error.

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Saurabhkumarmodi. Unfortunately, you haven't provided enough specific details for me to help you. Phillip

[@lauchirica]

Hi! Thank you for your video! As I try to install the SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) I get an error that says „Setup failed. Fatal error during installation (0x800706643)”. It also says a previous installation required a reboot of the machine and even though I restart the computer and run the setup again I get the same error. I tried versions 19.0.2 and 18.12.1. Which could be the problem?

[@lauchirica]

Came back to say I've found a solution thanks to the creator of this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jF69l6uPeLR2aas

[@aamaniadhiravlogs-usa]

Iam not able to see data base engine configuration

[@anjanigente4538]

Thank you!

[@harikakancharla4654]

Database Engine service and analysis services is failed what to do now?

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Harika. What is the detailed error/comment? Phillip

[@marcobecerrap]

Thank you very much!

[@MiladM-h1y]

Thanks for the video

[@Ali.sinjary10]

sir when i connect to ssms I use loclhost then I can connect to ssms why ? i want answer please

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Ali. It appears that you have installed SQL Server on your computer. In which case, to connect to it, you can use . or localhost. Phillip

[@amararuna7298]

i failed to install database service engine and integration service. could you please help me with that.

[@SQLServer101]

Hi. Thank you for your question. I'm afraid that you haven't given enough information. I would look at the error code (probably about 8 characters), and then Google it. Phillip

[@ayaelserwy6504]

I tried to download it but the MS afee webadvisor prevented me, althoug I disabled it and disabled real time scan. Is there another way to download?

[@rohan6789]

My installation process failed with error, can u help me. It said the system cannot find the file specified

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Rohan. I would try downloading the installation file again. Phillip

[@light_036]

Error installing SQL Server Database Engine Services Instance Features . how to fix

[@light_036]

Error code: 0x851A001A

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Kiet. Thank you for your message. Please have a look at learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/sql/database-engine/database-file-operations/troubleshoot-os-4kb-disk-sector-size#resolutions . Phillip

[@light_036]

@@SQLServer101 I don't know what to do

[@ShubhamKumar-nf3he]

❤❤❤❤ Thanks sir

[@Scar4G]

I like your PC theme, where is it from?

[@SQLServer101]

Hi. It’s just the default on my computer. Phillip

[@danielsamy8177]

It's fine if I use basic installation in developer edition?

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Daniel. It's fine by me if you use basic installation for the Developer edition. Phillip

[@andrewtan8115]

I got problem, it said the location for installing is not valid etc

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Andrew. I can't help with "etc" - that is too vague. Ensure that you have enough space on your hard drive, and you have proper administrative rights. Phillip

[@andrewtan8115]

@@SQLServer101 sorry for the explaination, the problem said "please provide a valid location, the specified directory is not valid becauss this directory is compressed or is in a compressed directory. Im using C:\Program Files\Miscrosoft SQL Server"

[@ismetsolen9480]

What version of Windows 11 are you using?

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Ismetsolen. I was using the version current as of December 2022. Phillip

[@toowel20010]

Hey man! Thank you for this useful video. I encounter a problem when installing the Analysis Service. - Can you please tell me what this means please? TITLE: Microsoft SQL Server 2022 Setup - The service could not be started. Reason: Service 'MSOLAP$MSSQLSERVER2022' start request failed. Additionally, the error refers me to 'Connect your SQL Server to Azure Arc'. But I don't need Azure Further down the line, there is this other error saying: No connection could be made because the target machine actively refused it 127.0.0.1:2382 (System)

[@SQLServer101]

Hi - I would ask the question in Microsoft Q&A. You will need to share the Summary.txt log file generated by SQL Server Setup on the last installation. Go to learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/ to ask that question. Phillip

[@drmostafaameen6181]

أخيرا اشكرك بالعربى Thanks 😂

[@muup8073]

Good video.

[@pipilina7629]

why do i get an error that says that it needs elevation? im using the admin account

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Pipilina. Thank you for your question. I don't know, but try right-hand clicking the file and select "Run as administrator" if that option exists. Phillip

[@multlizka]

Спасибо большое!

[@Nenyethe1st]

I am unable to download the developer version. Once i click on it, it opens up a blank ‘untitled’ site. Pls assist

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Chinenye. Please go to www.microsoft.com/en-gb/sql-server/sql-server-downloads and try downloading it from there. Phillip

[@Nenyethe1st]

@@SQLServer101 Thanks, It eventually worked

[@MewariBeastHarsh]

Thanks .

[@nsovontuli6452]

Good day. I can’t find my server name please help 😢

[@SQLServer101]

Hi. If you have installed SQL Server onto your computer, then try . or localhost Phillip

[@TheJWRB]

mine just says this and it makes no sense, literally did everything correct: TITLE: Microsoft SQL Server 2022 Setup ------------------------------ The following error has occurred: Attempted to perform an unauthorized operation. Click 'Retry' to retry the failed action, or click 'Cancel' to cancel this action and continue setup. getting bored of it.

[@SQLServer101]

Hi TheJWRB. Please have a look at learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/sql/database-engine/install/windows/error-set-up-update-instances . Phillip

[@TheJWRB]

@@SQLServer101 I managed to fix it but thank you 🙏

[@TheJWRB]

@@SQLServer101 I fixed it by uninstalling bullguard and then trying the process again 😄

[@Meliqez]

database engine failed help me?

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Meliqez. It depends what the detailed error message says. Phillip

[@marcosbettishneider4372]

Obrigado.

[@Deepak-kq8pl]

Hello brother, I got an error while connecting SSMS to Database engine services, I have selected the server name that is visible below the database engine services. Can you please help me on this??

[@SQLServer101]

Hi Deepak. Thank you for your question. If you have installed SQL Server on your own computer, then try localhost or . (a dot). If you have installed it on another computer, please ask their DBA for the connection details. Phillip

[@manikantamudiraj2825]

@@SQLServer101 its not connected

[@harsha50099]

Yes it's not connected

[@harsha50099]

Except analysis services all are failed 😢

[@bidhayakbaral2823]

how can i force sql server developer edition to use more cpu

[@SQLServer101]

Hi. You can increase the max degree of parallelism (MAXDOP) setting by running EXEC sp_configure 'max degree of parallelism', 8; -- replace 8 with the number of processors you want to use RECONFIGURE; Phillip

[@bidhayak_baral]

@@SQLServer101 will try it surely