Microsoft SQL Server (MSDE / Mixed Mode) — Default Password
Default username and password for the Microsoft SQL Server (MSDE / Mixed Mode): sa / (blank). Learn how to log in and how to change the default credentials.
MSDE (SQL Server Desktop Engine) and SQL Server 2000 mixed-mode installations default the 'sa' account to a blank password. SQL Server 2008 and later require a non-blank SA password when Mixed Mode authentication is selected during setup.
| Username | Password | Access | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
sa | (blank / none) | Database | System administrator account; blank password on MSDE and SQL Server 2000 mixed-mode installs. |
Responsible use
This database lists publicly documented default credentials so administrators can find and change them. Only use these on systems you own or are authorized to test.