Posted on: 3/14/2014 7:15:34 PM | Views : 731

Hello,
I am trying to install the SQL 2012 express instance for use with the Windows 8.1 ADK on windows 7 Ult. SP1. It keeps failing and the only thing I can see in the logs points to a corrupt profile for the sql server account. I need to know how to repair the profile and it starts with NT SERVICE\MSSQL_ADK$ and I don't see a profile folder for it at all. Please help.
I have the setup logs if needed I will send them to whoever can help.

I tried a standalone install of SQL 2012 SP1 and received the following error:

TITLE: Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Service Pack 1 Setup ------------------------------
The following error has occurred:
Wait on the Database Engine recovery handle failed. Check the SQL Server error log for potential causes.
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