Thursday, October 6, 2011

SQL Server 2008 R2 Express with SP1

If you are like me, you probably avoid installing service packs like you try to avoid the plague.  Therefore, whenever possible, I try to install "slipstreamed" or integrated products that already include the service pack or any necessary updates/patches etc. that are required for an installation.

Unfortunately, certain platforms such as SQL Server 2008 R2 Express with SP1 are not so easy to find through a Google search or even a Microsoft MSDN search.  If you look on the main Microsoft SQL Server Express page, there is no easy way to tell if you are downloading the RTM release of SQL Server 2008 R2 Express or the release that includes SP1: http://www.microsoft.com/sqlserver/en/us/editions/express.aspx

Therefore, for your convenience, I have included a link to the download for the SQL Server 2008 R2 Express with SP1 installation here: http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=26729

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