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Mike Cole
Asked: 2009-12-18 15:35:22 +0800 CST

Registering a new instance of SQL Server 2005 without affecting the current instance

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I need to register a few different instances of SQL Server on a machine that is already running a default instance. Is there way to do this without affecting the default instance? I read that I need to run through the install process again to do this, but it seems like there has to be a better/easier way. Anybody know?

Thanks!

sql-server-2005

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  1. Best Answer

    To add new instances of a SQL Server you must run the installation again. Always. There is no 'easier' process to add a new instance, nor to change the name of an existing one.

    Each instanc eis independend, so new instances won't affect the existing instance. When you start the installation you will be prompted for the name of the new instance.

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  2. Are you sure u need to run the install process for registering a DB instance?

    afaik - You just provide the instance name, port, uid/pwd and register it.

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