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c#visual-studiovisual-studio-2012sql-server-2008-express

Visual Studio keeps asking to install SQL Server

I am using Visual Studio 2012 working on a web application, a registration page. I have installed SQL Server 2008 Express and done the configuration but still when when I try to add a SQL Server database file in the project, I get an error

Connection to SQL Server Database file (.mdf) requires SQL Server 2005 or SQL Server 2008 Express to be installed and running on you local computer

Please help I am stuck here.

Solution

  • You need to install the LocalDB or to change your connection string to use the SQL server you have installed, it seems like you are trying to use a MDF file.