Use SSMS 17.x to connect. Modern SSMS won't recognize SQL 2000.
I know this is a long shot, but I need to spin up a legacy instance of SQL Server 2000 to support an old ERP system. I cannot find a valid download link on Microsoft's website. Download SQL Server 2000 for Windows
Needing to resurrect an old dinosaur? 🦖 Use SSMS 17
#SQLServer #LegacyIT #DatabaseAdmin #WindowsXP Title: I need to download SQL Server 2000 for Windows – Where can I find it? Download SQL Server 2000 for Windows
Here are three draft options for a post, depending on where you plan to share it. Title: How to Download & Install SQL Server 2000 on Windows (Legacy Guide)