Chapter 2 -- Installation

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Chapter 2

About This Chapter

Before installing Microsoft SQL Server 7, you should make sure that you are aware of the hardware and software requirements of the program. During installation, you will be prompted for specific information and will need to make decisions based on the options provided. Finally, you need to test your new installation to be sure that the setup has completed correctly. This chapter will lead you through these phases to help you successfully install SQL Server 7.

Before You Begin

To complete the lessons in this chapter you must have

• Microsoft Windows NT Server version 4.0 with SP4 or later on your computer. (The computer must be configured as the Primary Domain Controller of the STUDYSQL domain. If this is not the case, you will have to make allowance for your configuration when performing the exercises in the chapters of this training kit.)
• At least 180 MB of unused hard disk space available on your computer.