How do I access SQL Server Management Studio?

How do I open Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio?

To start SQL Server Management Studio1On current versions of Windows, on the Start page, type SSMS, and then select Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio.2When using older versions of Windows, on the Start menu, point to All Programs, point to Microsoft SQL Server, and then select SQL Server Management Studio.

How do I find SQL Server Management Studio?

SQL Server Management Studio Object Explorer1browse to the database you want to search through.2write the name (full or partial) of the database object in the Search text box.3press Enter to start the search process.

How do I connect to a local SQL Server Management Studio?

Connect to the SQL Server using SSMS Next, from the Connect menu under the Object Explorer, choose the Database Engine… Then, enter the information for the Server name (localhost), Authentication (SQL Server Authentication), and password for the sa user and click the Connect button to connect to the SQL Server.

How can I access SQL Server?

Accessing the new SQL Server Instance1Open SQL Server Management Studio from the Windows Start menu. SQL Server login screen.2In the Connect to Server dialogue box: Option. Description. Server type. ... 3Click Connect.4In the left pane confirm that you are connected to the new SQL server instance. Related Topics.