Maybe. Did you install SQL Express or SQL Server Developer? If Express, it won't be installed over, but they'll run side-by-side.
>So, what you are saying is that my SQL Server 2008 Developer Edition will install just fine over the pre-existing SQL Server "stuff" which was put there by my Visual Studio 2010 installation? And, that my SQL Server Management Studio will show up on the Start / Programs area as well?
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>>I did exactly that ( on Windows 7 RC ) with no problem and then again on Windows 7 ultimate. SQL Server will need Service Pack 1 before you can use it ( at least for Win 7 but I'd install it anyway )
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>>Just make sure you go through the install carefully an pick the full install that give you all the tools and BOL.
Craig Berntson
MCSD, Microsoft .Net MVP, Grape City Community Influencer