I am ready to start using MSDE.

When I run the setup for MSDE it tells me I need to set the password. I have read the "help" on the MS web site but it is still not clear to me how I setup the password or anything else so I can get started.

I have found 3rd party Client tools that I can get a free trial. Do I need to get the Client tools BEFORE running the MSDE setup program??

Here is how to set it up.
http://www.asp.net/msde/default.aspx?tabindex=0&tabid=1

Then you must go into services and start

MSSQLSERVER
SQLSERVERAGENT

Make sure both are on automatic.

The get MSDE Manager free here:
http://www.whitebearconsulting.com/Utilities.htm

andyou are ready to go.

thanks for the info!!

I will give it a try.

RonR