>>>I am attempting to install SQL Server 2008 (not R2) Development Edition (that I purchased from MS a couple of years ago) on a new Windows 7 Professional. As soon as the SETUP starts I get the message that "This program has known compatibility issues" When I select to Check for solution online,none is found. What do you think is the matter with SQL Server 2008 Dev (which I run on another Windows 7 Prof)?
>>>
>>>TIA
>>
>>Right click on SETUP.EXE and "Run as administrator".
>>Ignore that message.
>>You may fail the first time, but you can install the SQL Server.
>>After the installation immediately install the latest SP.
>
>I get many options to choose from during the installation. Like the following:
>Database Services
>SQL Server Replication
>Full-Text Search
>
>Analysis Services
>Reporting Services
>
>I am checking Yes to the top 3 and No to the bottom 2 (Analysis and Reporting Services). Does it make sense, in general, for a newbie SQL user?

For development I usually install only DB Services and Full-Text search, because I do not need all services.
Will you replicate Server?