The SQL Server Installation Wizard is Windows Installer-based. It provides a single feature tree for installation of all SQL Server components:
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The Database Engine
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Analysis Services
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Reporting Services
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Integration Services
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Management tools
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Documentation and samples
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SQL Server is available in 32-bit and 64-bit editions. For more information, see Planning a SQL Server Installation.
Whether you use the SQL Server Installation Wizard or the command prompt to install SQL Server, the Setup process involves the following steps:
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Planning a SQL Server Installation
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Describes how to prepare your computer for SQL Server:
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Review hardware and software requirements.
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Review System Configuration Checker requirements and blocking issues.
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Review security considerations for a SQL Server installation.
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Installing SQL Server 2008
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Describes the installation options for SQL Server:
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Install by using the Installation Wizard.
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Install from the command prompt.
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Configuring SQL Server 2008
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Describes how to configure SQL Server by using graphical and command prompt utilities.
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