SQL SERVER || "Could not find the Database Engine startup handle" error while installing SQL Server 2008 R2 SP2 Express Edition
To rectify the error, follow these steps:
- Begin by securely backing up the data from the TDS Software to ensure no loss of crucial information.
- Completely uninstall Microsoft SQL Server, including all its instances and related files.
- After uninstallation, ensure thorough removal of all Microsoft SQL Server files. Additionally, rename the Microsoft SQL Server Folder located in both "C:\Program Files (x86)" and "C:\Program Files" directories.
- Open Command Prompt as an administrator and execute the provided query:
REG ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\stornvme\Parameters\Device" /v "ForcedPhysicalSectorSizeInBytes" /t REG_MULTI_SZ /d "* 4095" /f
- Following the query execution, restart the system to implement the changes.
- Upon system restart, temporarily disable available antivirus, antivirus firewall, and system firewall until the completion of the SQL Server installation.
- Proceed with the installation of SQL Server 2008 R2 SP2 Express Edition.
By meticulously following these steps, you can rectify the error and successfully install SQL Server 2008 R2 SP2 Express Edition.
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