SQL Server cannot connect to (local) or. and other Solutions

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A network-related or instance-specific error occurred while establishing a connection to SQL Server. The server was not found or could not be accessed. Verify that the instance name is correct, and that SQL Server is configured to allow remote connections. (provider: Named pipe provider, ERROR:40-Unable to open connection to SQL Server) (Microsoft SQL Server, error: 2)

Solution:

Win + R Open the Run window, enter services.msc, open the Services window

or open Control Panel, management tools, services

Right-click on this option, start, and then reopen SQL Server Management Studio.

SQL Server cannot connect to (local) or. and other Solutions

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