How to start the default instance of SQL Server in single-user mode (Command Prompt)

To start the default instance of SQL Server in single-user mode from a command prompt

• From a command prompt, enter:

  sqlservr.exe -c -m

  Note  You must switch to the appropriate directory (for the instance of Microsoft® SQL Server™ you want to start) in the command window before starting sqlservr.exe.

See Also

Starting SQL Server in Single-User Mode

Using Startup Options