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Install scripts for Microsoft SQL Server Express on Apple Silicon M1/M2 in Parallels.

MSSQLEXPRESS-M1-Install

Install scripts for Microsoft SQL Server Express on Apple M1/M2 in Parallels.

Installation

• Copy all scripts from the /src folder into C:/ in the Parallels VM.
• Decide which flavor of the SQL Server you want to install and run the *.bat file. Grant elevated permissions for the PowerShell and wait until the script completes.

Editions

• Microsoft SQL 2019 Express
• Microsoft SQL 2019 Developer
• Microsoft SQL 2022 Express
• Microsoft SQL 2022 Developer

Requirements

• Apple M1/M2
• Parallels Desktop (tested on 18.3.2)
• Windows 11 for ARM64