This seems like another "duh" question for a seasoned IT Pro...but I have a SQL Express Server that I am trying to backup remotely with backup software we own and I not only can't see it with the software but also can't remote connect to it via SQL Management Studio.
Here's What I've Done So Far:
- It is set up to allow remote connections.
- TCP/IP are both enabled.
- I've opened up standard SQL ports on the SQL Express Machine and also for the dynamic port.
- The backup server doesn't have any ports open for the other SQL servers, so none needed on it.
Suggestions?