[KB7447] Upgrade the MS SQL Express database to the latest version for ESET PROTECT On-Prem

Solution

Database backup

Ensure to back up the database before the upgrade. If you run Microsoft SQL Server on a virtual machine, create a snapshot of the machine before the upgrade.

  1. Download the Microsoft SQL Server Express installer for the latest supported version.

  2. Run the installer.

  3. Below Select an installation type, click Basic.

  4. Read Microsoft SQL Server License Terms and click Accept.

  5. Verify or update the installation location and click Install.

  6. When the upgrade is completed, restart the database server machine.

  7. After the restart, ensure that ESET PROTECT On-Prem is working correctly and you can log in to the ESET PROTECT On-Prem Web Console. If needed, you can upgrade ESET PROTECT On-Prem with all its components to the latest version using the All-in-one installer (Windows).

Last Updated: Jan 27, 2026

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