How do I COMPLETELY uninstall MSSQL?

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    Member Sedu is offline
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    config How do I COMPLETELY uninstall MSSQL?

    Hello,
    I installed MSSQL in anticipation of starting a new server. I then went off the idea, and deleted the files. But only the files, and I didnt not completely uninstall it.
    So now I am again contemplating making a server, and I still have SQL Server Management and SQL Tools on my computer. I uninstalled the program from the control panel. I tried to find any app data, but I was unable to find any.
    So, any ideas on how to fully and completely uninstall MSSQL so that one could install it yet again?
    Thank you in advance,
    ~Sedu


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    i sell platypus Improved is offline
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    Re: How do I COMPLETELY uninstall MSSQL?

    First of have the folder where MSSQL, then afterward uninstall via. controle panel, then delete the rest of the files. Worked for me.

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    Re: How do I COMPLETELY uninstall MSSQL?

    I have done that...no success.
    It seems my computer thinks that the software is still on it, but it is not...
    Hope that made sense O.o
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    Shows that it says it is still installed...and the only allowed action is "Maintain"
    Makes me a bit edgy...
    *If the image is to small, here is the full sized*
    Last edited by Sedu; 09-08-10 at 05:22 AM.

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    Re: How do I COMPLETELY uninstall MSSQL?

    Bumpity ;)

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    Sorcerer Supreme Satan is offline
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    Re: How do I COMPLETELY uninstall MSSQL?

    Quote Originally Posted by Sedu View Post
    I have done that...no success.
    It seems my computer thinks that the software is still on it, but it is not...
    Hope that made sense O.o
    Spoiler:



    Shows that it says it is still installed...and the only allowed action is "Maintain"
    Makes me a bit edgy...
    *If the image is to small, here is the full sized*
    Damn, I had this error, I can't entirly remember how I fixed it. But make sure MSQL isn't running when you try uninstall. Also, make sure you UNINSTALL ALL components to MSQL, I forgot a few bits I remember that.

    IF that doesn't work, make a new directory for it. :)

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    Re: How do I COMPLETELY uninstall MSSQL?

    I might know what your problem is , add me xkevj@hotmail.com I'll help you trough Teamviewer if you have that.

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    Re: How do I COMPLETELY uninstall MSSQL?

    Quote Originally Posted by Dopx View Post
    I might know what your problem is , add me xkevj@hotmail.com I'll help you trough Teamviewer if you have that.
    I will tomorrow, got a new router so I still need to set it up.
    P.S. Might want to send an invite to my email, kizika@live.com , in-case I forget LOL



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