How to start a clustered instance of SQL Server (Service Manager)

To start a clustered instance of SQL Server

1. Type the name of the virtual SQL Server in the Server box. If it is a default instance, you only need to specify the virtual server name. If it is a named instance, you must enter VIRTUALSERVER\Instance.
   
   
2. In the Services box, click SQL Server.
   
   
3. Click Start/Continue.

See Also

Starting SQL Server Manually