title: sql server 2008 express - unable to connect
body: <p>I just installed sql server 2008 express on xp in vmware. My connection string looks like this </p>
  
  <pre><code>jdbc:jtds:sqlserver://localhost:1433/DEV
  </code></pre>
  
  <p>I have enabled TCP/IP</p>
  
  <p>I have started Sql Server and Sql Server Browser service</p>
  
  <p>I have disabled firewall. </p>
  
  <p>In the same machine I installed a sql client - squirrel sql and using the above connection string, I get connection refused. </p>
  
  <p>I am able to connect using SQL Server Management Studio...so I know my sql server is running. </p>
  
  <p>Any help is appreciated.</p>