MSSQLSERVER is MIA

To start a named instance of SQL Server

On the Start menu, point to All Programs, point to

Microsoft SQL Server 2005, point to Configuration Tools, and then

click SQL Server Configuration Manager.

In SQL Server Configuration Manager, expand Services, and

then click SQL Server (MSSQLSERVER).

There is no MSSQLSERVER to click!!!!!!!!

If you open services.msc (services page), is MSSQLSERVER listed there? Do you have the appropriate WMI permissions? Try this article to see if it applies:

http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ms188690.aspx

Thanks,
Sam Lester (MSFT)