Install SQL Server 2000 SP4 via remote desktop on the cluster.

  • Hello.

    Has anyone attempted and successfully installed SQL Server 2000 SP4

    via remote desktop on the cluster?

    The reason I am asking is that SP4 readme file has this:

    "...

       4.3 Systems Management Server Distributed Installation

       You cannot install Database Components SP4 from a remote location.

    ..."

    Thank you in advance.

  • It is possible. If you work with W2K3 I would connect with the console switch. On W2K you can encounter problems. If your cluster is to far away you can try with tools like Dameware, which offer a console.

    I hope this can help.

    Regards,

    Moreno

  • yes it is possible and yes you have to do it from console.

    Modify the shortcut target line in remote desktop to read the following

    %SystemRoot%\system32\mstsc.exe /console

     

  • "...

       4.3 Systems Management Server Distributed Installation

       You cannot install Database Components SP4 from a remote location.

    ..."

     

    this means that you cannot install the service pack from a network location.

    copy the SP local when you run it.

     

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