How do I connect to MSSQL Server 2012 from SQL Server Management Studio? Print

1. Go to Search -> Type "Management studio" OR Go to Run -> Type SSMS and Hit Enter.
   
   
   
   
2. You will see SQL Server Management Studio Window. Enter following details in that window:
   
   
   • Server type: Database Engine
   • Server name: VPS_IP_address, 1533
   • Authentication: SQL Server Authentication
   • Login: sa
   • Password: Password provided in login details. 
   • Click on Connect.
   
   
   
   
   
3. You are now connected to MS SQL Server 2012. 
   
   

Note: Replace your VPS IP address with VPS_IP_address in server name field.

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