How to Install SQL Server?

Download the SQL Server installation media from Microsoft

Run the SQL Server setup file as an administrator

Select New SQL Server stand-alone installation

Accept the license terms

Choose the features to install

Select the instance configuration

Configure the server and database engine settings

Set the authentication mode

Add SQL Server administrators

Configure data directories if needed

Review the installation summary

Start the installation

Verify the installation after setup completes

Install SQL Server Management Studio if needed

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