Dec 30, 2024 · In this tip we look at how to check the SQL Server version that is running the workload and also what service pack, hotfix, security update or cumulative update is installed. We look at how to do this using the GUI as well as how to check the SQL Server version from a script.

Jan 10, 2025 · This article describes the procedures to determine the version and edition of SQL Server Database Engine that is running. To determine the version of SQL Server, you can use …

May 17, 2016 · Following are possible ways to see the version: Method 1: Connect to the instance of SQL Server, and then run the following query: An example of the output of this query is as follows: Method 2: Connect to the server by using Object …

Jul 15, 2018 · In this tutorial we’ll show you 3 ways to check if a SQL Server instance is licensed and determine which version or edition of SQL Server is installed on your computer. Method 1: Check SQL Server Version Using T-SQL. Open a Command Prompt. Connect to your SQL Server instance by executing this command:

In this article, I am going to show different methods to identify the SQL Server version number and its edition. Also, I have included the list of known SQL Server version numbers, Service Packs (SP), and Cumulative Updates (CU of MS SQL Server 2019, 2017).

Feb 5, 2021 · This post describes 4 easy methods to check or find SQL server version and edition. Assume that you are a database administrator (DBA) and you have been given a task to plan for SQL upgrade. The first thought that comes to your mind is “What is the installed version and edition of my SQL Server”.

Jan 2, 2025 · To see what version of SQL server is running, follow the below steps. 1. Open the SQL Server Management Studio and connect to your SQL server instance. 2. You will find the SQL server version in the name of the Object Explorer, as shown in the screenshot below.

In this article we will explain how to query version, service pack or updates installed on SQL Server. The article using various ways to find those information of SQL Server. Sql Server Management Studio, T-SQL command, Command prompt …

Nov 13, 2024 · The most straightforward way to find out the version of your SQL Server is to use the "SELECT @@VERSION" query in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). Here’s the syntax:

Knowing your SQL Server version is crucial for troubleshooting, compatibility checks, and ensuring your server is running on a supported version. Here, I’ll show you three simple ways to determine your SQL Server version: one using SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and two with T-SQL commands.