How do I connect to a remote SQL Server database?

How can I access my SQL Server database from another computer?

To connect to the Database Engine from another computer1On a second computer that contains the SQL Server client tools, log in with an account authorized to connect to SQL Server, and open Management Studio.2In the Connect to Server dialog box, confirm Database Engine in the Server type box.Lesson 2: Connecting from Another Computer - SQL Server

How do I connect to a SQL Server server from one server to another?

Follow these steps to create a Linked Server:1Server Objects -> Linked Servers -> New Linked Server.2Provide Remote Server Name.3Select Remote Server Type (SQL Server or Other).4Select Security -> Be made using this security context and provide login and password of remote server.5Click OK and you are done !!Selecting data from two different servers in SQL Server

Can't connect to remote SQL Server?

Check if your server allows connections via "Allow remote connections to this server" in the database properties page -> Connections. Make sure you can ping the server from the machine you are trying to connect from to ensure the SQL Server is reachable. Make sure that port 1433 is open on your SQL Server.