How do I fix the error 'Named Pipes Provider, error 40 - Could not open a connection to' SQL Server'?

Question

I can\'t seem to connect to my database from a site. I get this error:

Named Pipes Provider, error: 40 - Could not open a connection to SQL Server

Answer 1

Solving this problem is very easy:

1. Go to control panel.
2. search for services.
3. Open Local services window from your search results
4. Restart your MSSQLSERVER service.

Screenshot of the steps: