Does SQL Server browser need to be running?

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Yes. If the SQL Server Browser service is not running, you can still connect to SQL Server if you provide the correct port number or named pipe. For example, you can connect to the default instance of SQL Server with TCP/IP if it is running on port 1433. 2 апр. 2009 г.

Should SQL Browser be running?

SQL Server Browser should be run in the security context of a low-privileged user to minimize exposure to a malicious attack. The logon account can be changed by using the SQL Server Configuration Manager. The minimum user rights for SQL Server Browser are: Deny access to this computer from the network.

What happens if SQL Server Browser service is stopped?

If the SQL Browser service is stopped, you will no longer be able to connect to any SQL server instances (apart from perhaps the default instance if your lucky). The SQL Browser service listens for incoming SQL queries on UDP port 1434.

What does the SQL Server Browser do?

Microsoft SQL Server Browser runs as a Windows service on the server PC. Microsoft SQL Server Browser listens for incoming requests for Microsoft SQL Server resources and provides information about Microsoft SQL Server instances that are installed on the PC.

Does SQL Server Agent need to be running?

Microsoft SQL Server Agent must be running as a service in order to automate administrative tasks. For more information, see Configure SQL Server Agent. Object Explorer only displays the SQL Server Agent node if you have permission to use it.

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