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Applies to:
SQL Server
The SQL Server error log contains user-defined events and certain system events you can use for troubleshooting.
In SQL Server Management Studio, select Object Explorer. To open Object Explorer, select F8
. Or on the top menu, select View, and then select Object Explorer:
In Object Explorer, connect to an instance of SQL Server, and then expand that instance.
Find and expand the Management section (assuming you have permissions to see it).
Right-click SQL Server Logs, select View, and then choose SQL Server Log.
The Log File Viewer appears (it might take a moment) with a list of logs for you to view.
Events
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Module
Manage and monitor Windows Server event logs - Training
Learn how Event Viewer provides a convenient and accessible location for you to observe events that occur. Access event information quickly and conveniently. Learn how to interpret the data in the event log.