How to install sql server 2000 in windows 7

[sindhuveeramani]

hello frends, i install sql server 2000 in windows 7.. but i connect the server then i receive error msg like "SQL Server does not exist or access denied" ....wat to do? pls anyone help me......

 

[phil22]

Go here: http://www.sudarpo.net/2009/09/installing-sql-server-2000-in-windows-7-guide/

 

[Alabalcho]

Install a virtual machine (XP Mode / Virtual PC, or Virtual Box, or VmWare, or...), then install your SQL server inside that machine.

But if you want this for any production purposes - move on to something modern, SQL2000 is like 15 years old...