Backup, Don't install SQL Server on a PC that allows incoming traffic from the Internet, even via SSL. You' asking for trouble.
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>I installed sqlserver 2014 express (advanced 64bit) on PC_A
>I'm trying to access it from my laptop (connected via wifi).
>I can, if I turn off the the firewall of PC_A.
>So I added an inbound rule on the (>PC_A) firewall for port 1433 (all the IP's on PC_A are set to 1433) for the public profile.
>... and it won't let me in.
>What am I missing?
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>I also allowed udp port 1434.
Craig Berntson
MCSD, Microsoft .Net MVP, Grape City Community Influencer