Table of Contents
Part I: Installing, Administering, and Managing the Database Engine
1 Installing or Upgrading to the SQL Server 2008 Database Engine
What’s New for Installation with SQL Server 2008?
Deprecated SQL Server 2008 Database Engine Elements
Preplanning and Preparing a SQL Server 2008 Server Database Engine Installation
Verifying Minimum Hardware Requirements
Examining SQL Server 2008 Software Prerequisites
Choosing the Appropriate SQL Server Edition
New Installation, Upgrade, or Transition?
Gathering Additional Information Necessary to Proceed
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