Home Forums SQL Server 2016 SQL Server 2016 - Administration Why can I NOT connect to a SQL Server using an alias from my application server, but am able to use the alias when logged into the actual SQL Server ? RE: Why can I NOT connect to a SQL Server using an alias from my application server, but am able to use the alias when logged into the actual SQL Server ?

  • Yes, I can connect via my laptop, after setting up Larry alias on my laptop. I have configuration manager and SSMS on my laptop.

    But how can I have an app server connect to Larry ?