<Alias> Properties (Alias Tab)
An alias is an alternate name that can be used to make a connection. The alias encapsulates the required elements of a connection string, and exposes them with a name chosen by the user. Use the Alias page on the <Alias name> Properties dialog box to view or specify the elements of connection string of an Alias.
Options
- Alias Name
The name (alias) that you want to use to refer to this connection.
- Pipe Name / Port No / VIA Parameters
Additional elements of the connection string. The name of this box varies with the selected protocol. See the topics listed below for examples.
- Protocol
The protocol used for the connection.
- Server
The name of the Microsoft SQL Server instance being connected to.
See Also
Reference
Creating a Valid Connection String Using Shared Memory Protocol
Creating a Valid Connection String Using TCP/IP
Creating a Valid Connection String Using Named Pipes
Creating a Valid Connection String Using VIA Protocol