# How to Connect to SQL Server in Power BI

> To connect to SQL Server in Power BI Desktop, open your report, navigate to the Home tab, and select SQL Server. Next, enter your server and database information. Finally, click OK to establish the connection.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-connect-to-sql-server-in-power-bi/
Apps: Power BI
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a353dab56e05a00fd9a43/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Open your Power BI Desktop and navigate to your report.
2. Go to the 'Home' tab and select 'SQL Server'.
3. Enter the server and database information.
4. Click 'OK' to connect to SQL Server.