I have the same problem on windows vista x64 - vs 2008 sp1 and SQL 2005 express, here's how I resolved my problem: 1. In VS2008 goto Tools/Options/Database Tools/Data Connections 2. in the blank text box that says (SQL Sever Instance Name (blank for default),
I Enter sql 2005 express instance name like SQLEXPRESS then press OK button and problem is gone.
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Re: connection to SQL Server files (*.mdf) require SQL server express 2005 to function properly.
Jul 19, 2009 11:16 AM|magscy|LINK
I have the same problem on windows vista x64 - vs 2008 sp1 and SQL 2005 express, here's how I resolved my problem: 1. In VS2008 goto Tools/Options/Database Tools/Data Connections 2. in the blank text box that says (SQL Sever Instance Name (blank for default), I Enter sql 2005 express instance name like SQLEXPRESS then press OK button and problem is gone.