Remote Setup Information for SQL Server 2005

There are two ways to install Microsoft SQL Server from the command prompt, which are described in the following topics.

Note

To install SQL Server 2005 to a remote computer, use a remote connection to run SQL Server 2005 Setup in user interface mode or from the command prompt.

In This Section

Topic	Description
Running Setup from the Command Prompt	Lists properties and options for installing SQL Server from the command prompt, including unattended and silent installations. Also provides sample scripts.
Specifying Setup Properties with an .ini File	Provides information on use of the template .ini file on the SQL Server DVD to install SQL Server 2005.

See Also

Tasks

How to: Install SQL Server 2005 from the Command Prompt

Help and Information

Getting SQL Server 2005 Assistance