Microsoft has changed its distribution model since SQL Server 2014. The standalone SSMS installer (starting with SSMS 17.x and newer) is with SQL Server 2014. This means:
Mount or extract the ISO.
Run the installer ( SSMS-Setup-ENU.exe ).
: Navigate to the Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Express page.
If you strictly require SQL Server 2014 Management Studio for compatibility or legacy testing, download the package. However, if your goal is simply to manage a 2014 database server, downloading the latest version of SSMS will save you time and provide a better development environment.
Click the download link for the latest version (e.g., SSMS 19.3 or later).
: Check the box for your required file and click Next to begin the download. System Requirements
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