SQL Server 2005: Missing Management Studio from Installation

Ever wondered why is there no SQL server management studio after a successful installation of your SQL Server 2005? This is because by default the SQL 2005 installer does not install this tool. To install the studio just run "SqlRun_Tools.msi" from your setup disk. On enterprise edition, "SqlRun_Tools.msi" is located on D:\Tools\Setup. Below are some screenshots for administrator reference:

Location from CD:




Installation Options:



After running the SqlRun_Tools.msi, new items will be displayed on Microsoft SQL Server 2005 menu