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i have followed all the instructions mentioned in websites to enable remote connectivity to sql server. i am still not able to connect to the server. what could be the possible reason?
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Hi
Please check the similar threads and possible mitigation for given error.
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/1192950/how-can-i-solve-this
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/sql-server/sql-server-connectivity-issues-ideas/m-p/3794493
Thank You!
Hi @Aratrika Kundu,
Is there any error message for us to narrow down the issue?
In addition, you may follow the tutorial to see if you have missed any steps.
Regards，
Zoe Hui
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A network-related or instance-specific error occurred while establishing a connection to SQL Server. The server was not found or was not accessible. Verify that the instance name is correct and that SQL Server is configured to allow remote connections. (provider: SQL Network Interfaces, error: 26 - Error Locating Server/Instance Specified) (Microsoft SQL Server, Error: -1)
i observe this error
Hi @Aratrika Kundu,
Please check below docs which has provided solution, you may follow it and have a try.
A network-related or instance-specific error occurred while establishing a connection to SQL Server
i followed the tutorial mentioned by you in the first commet i still get the below error from remote device:
i will check the troubleshooting document
Hi @Aratrika Kundu,
Try to connect to the remote server with port number, if you have specify another port, please change it.
x.x.x.x\instance,1433
Which error message do you get?
A network-related or instance-specific error occurred while establishing a connection to SQL Server. The server was not found or was not accessible. Verify that the instance name is correct and that SQL Server is configured to allow remote connections. (provider: SQL Network Interfaces, error: 26 - Error Locating Server/Instance Specified) (Microsoft SQL Server, Error: -1)
this is the error i see