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unable install sql on on pc due to power shell error
If you want help, you need to be more specific, for instance including the error message you get. It also helps if you tell which version and edition of SQL Server you are trying to install.
I'm afraid I've never seen any PowerShell errors in conjunctions with SQL Server. I'm not even aware that any PowerShell is executed during SQL Server Setup.
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The actual error information is in the log file. Review the file for the error and report here for help. Common errors are disk sector size or trying to install on an arm processor pc which are unsupported.
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Hi @pravin bhingardive ,
Thank you to both @Erland Sommarskog & @Bruce (SqlWork.com) for your guidance.
As correctly mentioned, without the exact PowerShell error message and SQL Server version/edition details, it’s difficult to identify the root cause. Reviewing the SQL Server setup log file is indeed the right approach to diagnose installation failures.
The suggestions provided are accurate and align with proper troubleshooting steps.
Appreciate your time and support.
Thanks,
Akhil.
Hi @pravin bhingardive ,
Just following up on this thread. As above they have provided the correct troubleshooting direction (reviewing the setup logs and exact error details), could you please confirm whether the issue is now resolved?
If it’s fixed, kindly mark the helpful reply as the accepted solution it will really help others facing a similar installation issue.
Thanks,
Akhil.
If you are encountering a PowerShell error while trying to install SQL Server, it could be due to several reasons, such as insufficient privileges, issues with the storage subsystem, or remnants from previous installations. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue:
fsutil fsinfo sectorinfo C:
C:\Program Files\Microsoft SQL ServerC:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft SQL Server
After that, try installing SQL Server again.If the problem persists, you may want to check the SQL Server error logs for more specific information regarding the installation failure.