What is SQL Server default instance?

How do I find the default SQL Server instance?

Go to the tab IP Address and look for the property TCP Dynamic Ports. This is the port to which the SQL browser will listen. It will determine which instance the client tries to reach. The Default Instance of SQL Server will always be listed under port 1433.

What is the default instance name for SQL Server 2019?

The default unnamed instance's service name must be MSSQLSERVER.

What is the default server name for SQL Server?

For the default instance of SQL Server, the server name is the computer name. For a named instance of SQL Server, the server name is the <computer_name>\<instance_name>, such as ACCTG_SRVR\SQLEXPRESS.

What is the difference between named instance and default instance in SQL Server?

A named instance is identified by the network name of the computer plus the instance name that you specify during installation. The client must specify both the server name and the instance name when connecting. By default, SQL Server installs in the default instance unless you specify an instance name.