So, as it says, I installed sql server (2012 express), and during installation I checked the option LocalDB. Now I'm trying to connect to the database engine, but can't. I've tried connecting with windows authentication (to local, and localhost), with sa-user and no password and a bunch of other stuff.
When I visit the configuration tool and try to se what my instance is called, I see a new problem. There's nothing running at all. Under SQL Server configuration manager (local) –> SQL Server Services there's nothing.
What am I missing? Obviously I've missed som step where I start something up, but for the life of me I don't know what.
Help!
Best Answer
just use
localhost\sqlexpresswithWindows AuthenticationYou can also Try
.\SQLExpress