Using SQL Server Configuration Manager

Configuration Manager is a tool for managing the services associated with SQL Server, configuring the network protocols used by SQL Server, and managing the network connectivity configuration from SQL Server client computers. It is installed as part of SQL Server. Configuration Manager is available from the Start menu by right-clicking the registered server in SQL Server Management Studio, or you can add it to any other Microsoft Management Console display. Configuration Manager combines the functionality of three SQL Server 2000 tools: Server Network Utility, Client Network Utility, and Service Manager.

Configuring Network Protocols

A specific protocol must be enabled on both the client and server for the ...

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