How do I connect to SQL Server remotely?

How do I connect to Microsoft SQL Server remotely?

Using SQL Server Management Studio1In Object Explorer, right-click a server and select Properties.2Click the Connections node.3Under Remote server connections, select or clear the Allow remote connections to this server check box.Configure the remote access Server Configuration Option - SQL Server

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 SQL Server?

Connect to a SQL Server instance Start SQL Server Management Studio. The first time you run SSMS, the Connect to Server window opens. If it doesn't open, you can open it manually by selecting Object Explorer > Connect > Database Engine. For Server type, select Database Engine (usually the default option).

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.