Microsoft SQL Server Express

Microsoft SQL Server Express 2022

Microsoft SQL Server Express is a good option for smaller installations of HelpMaster. See the scale limits of each version here

If using Microsoft SQL Server Express, ensure that you use the “SQL Server Express with Advanced Services” download. This allows you to install the “Full Text Search” engine that HelpMaster can use for better searching.

Download SQL Server Express Installer from here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=104781&lc=1033

Once you run the initial installer application, you will see this screen. Choose either the “Custom” or the “Download Media” option to be able to install/download the “Full Text Searching” option.

Microsoft SQL Server Express Installer 1

Choose “Express Advanced” option that includes the Full Text Services feature option.

Microsoft SQL Server Express Installer 2

During the installation process you will be able to install the Full-Text feature by selecting the appropriate checkbox.

Microsoft SQL Server Express Installer 2

Once you have installed the Full Text Services feature, you can then configure the full text searching.

See Also

Microsoft SQL Server web site: http://www.microsoft.com/sql

Database growth

Database and Reports Wizard

Database maintenance

Full Text Searching