Thanks again Glen! Not having to reboot saves me quite some time.

Maxer: No, You didn't miss anything. But the installation of the SQL server is performed by another department which...

can anyone comment on what I wrote?

Or did I write it to confusing? (sorry I am not a native speaker)

Hi Glen and Lowell,

first of all thanks for your replies!

why the Server collation?:

I intend to establish a MS SharePoint Server farm. The SQL is a fresh install and the SharePoint...