Running SQL Server on a Network

For SQL Server to communicate over the network, the Server (network) service must be running. By default, Windows NT starts its built-in Server service automatically whenever the Windows NT starts. If necessary, you can find out whether the Server service has started by typing the following command at an operating-system prompt:

net start

If the Server service has been started, it will be listed in the net start output along with the other running services, as shown here:

C:\> net start
These Windows NT services are started:

   ClipBook Server
   Computer Browser
   EventLog
   Messenger
   Network DDE
   Network DDE DSDM
   Server
   Workstation

The command completed successfully.
C:\>

If the Server service has not been started, start it by typing the following command at an operating-system prompt:

net start server

You'll receive the following message to indicate that the service has been started:

The Server service was started successfully.

You can also use the Services application in the Control Panel to check service status and to start and stop services. For details, see your manuals for Windows NT.