sql-serverinstallationsql-server-2019windows-11sql-server-2019-express

Couldn't run the SQL Server 2019 installation file on Windows 11


I am trying to install SQL Server 2019 for a non-production work on my personal laptop. I downloaded and tried running the SQL Server Express installer file but happened after the double click. I did the same Developer edition installer file as well. same result. I also tried running the files as administrator still same result. Laptop configuration is

Device Specifications:

Processor   Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-9750H CPU @ 2.60GHz   2.60 GHz
Installed RAM   16.0 GB (15.8 GB usable)
System type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Pen and touch   No pen or touch input is available for this display
Hard disk : 512 GB (SSD Type)

Windows Specifications:
Edition Windows 11 Home Single Language
Version 21H2
Installed on    ‎21-‎09-‎2021
OS build    22000.675
Experience  Windows Feature Experience Pack 1000.22000.675.0

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Solution

  • Figured out the solution. issue was with latest windows update. Should manually turn on the .Net framework 3.5 in control panel > Programs > Turn windows features on or off. successfully installed after making the above change.