How to Install SQL Server on Mac | Install SQL Server on macOS (2026)
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The video provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on installing Microsoft SQL Server on macOS devices, including MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and iMac supporting Apple Silicon chips (M1, M2, M3, etc.). Since Microsoft does not offer a native installer for macOS, the tutorial focuses on the officially recommended method: running SQL Server within a Docker container. This containerization approach ensures compatibility across both Intel-based Macs and Apple Silicon hardware.
The process documented includes the necessary setup for Docker Desktop on macOS, specifically configuring it for optimum performance on Apple Silicon architectures. Users learn how to pull the appropriate SQL Server image and get the database running within the virtualized environment to begin using MS SQL Server on their Mac.
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