Create schedule Restart SQL Server
If you want to schedule the restart of SQL Server or Windows Server on a regular basis, you can use the Windows Task Scheduler. Here's a general guide on how to create a scheduled task for restarting SQL Server and Windows Server:
Schedule SQL Server Restart:
Open Task Scheduler:
Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
Type taskschd.msc and press Enter.
Create a Basic Task:
In the Task Scheduler, select "Create Basic Task" from the right-hand actions pane.
Name and Description:
Provide a name and description for your task. Click Next.
Trigger Configuration:
Choose the trigger type (Daily, Weekly, Monthly) based on when you want the SQL Server to restart.
Set the start date and time. Click Next.
Action Selection:
Choose "Start a program" as the action. Click Next.
Program/Script:
Browse and select the SQL Server service executable. The default path is typically C:\Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server\MSSQL<Instance>\MSSQL\Binn\sqlservr.exe.
Add the following parameters: -s<InstanceName> -m -f. Replace <InstanceName> with your actual SQL Server instance name.
Click Next.
Summary:
Review your settings and click Finish.
powershell.exe Restart-Service -Force MSSQLSERVER
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