SQL Server Management Studio for Mac

It is only made for Windows users, but if you want to run it on your Mac, you can use it using a Windows emulator like Parallels Desktop or VirtualBox to support Windows files on your Mac. Once the emulator is installed, go to our website and download the setup file, install it and us just as on a regular Windows PC. You will get the full range of features for managing Server databases, including advanced query editing, server configuration, and database administration. It provides an easy way for macOS users to access the full version of this powerful management tool.

Key features

  • Write and run SQL queries with auto-suggestions
  • Create and manage databases and tables
  • Set up and control server settings
  • Back up and restore databases
  • Monitor and fix slow performance
  • Manage user access and security
  • Schedule automatic tasks
  • Save and share scripts
  • Track changes with source control

How to use SQL Server Management Studio on Mac?

As this tool is made for Windows, you can run it on your Mac by using a Windows emulator. It’s simple to use, and you can write commands, manage your data, and set up your server without trouble. Once it’s installed successfully, it works well on your Mac and helps you do your database tasks easily. Here are the steps to use it on your Mac:-

  • First, install a Windows emulator like Parallels Desktop or VirtualBox on your Mac.
  • Set up and open a web browser inside the emulator.
  • Visit our website and download the installer file.
  • Open the downloaded file and click on install.
  • After installation, launch it from the Windows start menu inside the emulator.
  • Log in and connect your server database to manage it.
  • Use this tool to write and run SQL queries, manage databases, and configure your server just like on a Windows PC.

Download SQL Server Management Studio on Mac

  • Download and install a Windows emulator on your Mac
  • Set up the emulator
  • Go to our website, find the download button
  • Download the installer file from our site
  • Open the installer and follow the steps to install it
  • After installation, open it from the Windows menu
  • Log in to your Server database
  • Start using it to manage your databases on your Mac

Install SQL Server Management Studio on Mac

  • Download and install a Windows emulator on your Mac first
  • Open the emulator and go the the web browser inside it.
  • Go to our website, find the installer
  • Click on the download button.
  • Open the setup file and click to install it.
  • Follow the onscreen instructions.
  • After installation, open it from the Windows menu inside the emulator
  • Connect to your Server and start managing your data on your Mac

SQL Server Management Studio System Requiremts for Mac

  • Operating System: Windows 10 or later (inside emulator)
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 or more
  • RAM: 8 GB
  • Storage: Minimum 6 GB free space
  • Note: Only 64-bit Windows OS is supported; 32-bit Windows and ARM-based Macs require special setup

Tips to use SQL Server Management Studio on Mac

  • Keep Windows and SSMS updated to avoid bugs and improve security.
  • Use shared folders to easily transfer files between macOS and the emulator.
  • Close background apps on both macOS and the emulator to boost speed.
  • Avoid installing unnecessary apps inside the emulator.
  • Use strong credentials and check firewall settings when connecting to your SQL Server.
  • Use its built-in tools for monitoring and performance tuning.
  • Use keyboard shortcuts in the tool to speed up your workflow.
  • Regularly clean up old or unused databases to maintain performance.

Troubleshoots

  • Installation Failed: Make sure your Windows emulator is installed and updated. Run the installer as an Administrator inside Windows.
  • Slow performance: Close other apps on both Mac and Windows. Restart the emulator.
  • Can’t Connect to Server: Make sure the firewall allows the connection on port 1433. Double-check your server name, port, and login details.
  • Can’t Share Files Between Mac and Windows: Turn on shared folders in emulator settings. Install any extra tools the emulator needs for sharing files.
  • Emulator Crashes: Update your emulator software. Check if your Mac’s system works with it. If needed, reinstall the emulator and Windows.
  • Keyboard Shortcuts Don’t Work: Check keyboard settings in the emulator. Use its shortcuts inside the program.
  • Queries Run Slowly: Use the studio tools to check performance. Give more resources to the Server. Clean out old databases regularly.
  • Server won’t start: Check if the Server service is running in Windows. Restart the service or reboot the emulator.
  • Can’t Save Queries or Files: Make sure you have permission to save files in Windows. Use shared folders or save files inside the emulator.

Conclusion

It is made for Windows, but you can still use it on a Mac by running Windows with programs. After installing Windows on your Mac, you can download and use it just like on a Windows computer. This lets you work with databases, run commands, and manage your server easily. To make everything run smoothly, keep Windows and SSMS up to date, give enough memory to the Windows program, and use shared folders to move files between your Mac and Windows.

FAQs

Can I install it directly on my Mac?

No, it is made for Windows only. But you can use it on your Mac by running Windows emulator.

Will it work the same on Mac through an emulator?

Yes, it works the same and has all the tools to manage databases and servers.

How do I move files between my Mac and SSMS in Windows?

Use the “shared folders” feature in the emulator to easily copy files between your Mac and Windows.

Can I connect to my SQL Server from SSMS on Mac?

Yes, but make sure the SQL Server is running, the firewall lets it connect, and you use the right server name and password.