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Did you get the database attached? &nbsp;Did the KB from MS help? &nbsp;
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Did you get the database attached?  Did the KB from MS help?  

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how can i open .mdf files( SQL server files) and access the data. I &nbsp;downloaded MSDE software but unable to install it says Strict username and psaaword required . were should i look for that. Are there any other solutions.
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how can i open .mdf files( SQL server files) and access the data. I  downloaded MSDE software but unable to install it says Strict username and psaaword required . were should i look for that. Are there any other solutions.

how can i open .mdf files and access the data.

Databases are organized collections of data, most commonly accessed through management systems including schemas, tables, queries and processes that allow users to enter and manipulate the information or utilize it in other fashions, such as with web applications or for reporting purposes.