cannot connect to pc-name\SQLEXPRESS

Question

While trying to connect to SQL server 2005 standard edition through SQL Server Management Studio 2005 I get the following error:

Answer 1

I'm Running Windows 10 and this worked for me:

1. Open services by searching in the toolbar for Services.
2. Right click SQL Server (SQLEXPESS)
3. Go To Properties - Log On
4. Check Local System Account & Allow service to interact with desktop.
5. Apply and restart service.
6. I was then able to connect