coexistence

can sql2000 and sql express 2005 coexist on the same machine?

if so, are there any rules or restrictions I must follow when installing sql express?

TIA!

Just specify another instance name and another port (if using TCP/IP), thats all.

HTH, Jens Suessmeyer.

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If you have control over such things, make sure to install SQL 2000 before SQL 2005. There is an issue with SQL Browser and instance discovery when you install them in the wrong order. Check out the KB at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/905618/en-us for details.

Mike