Nothing has worked to get sql running, I have tried numerous work arounds.
Winmgmt is not recognized as an internal or external command, separate issue
You are installing Sage ACT! and during the Microsoft® SQL Server® installation, you get the error:
"The rule Windows WMI Service failed the WMI Service could not start to continue you must repair the WMI Service"
Product:
Product Family: Sage ACT!
Product: Sage ACT! Pro, Sage ACT! Premium
Environment:
Third Party: Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2
Cause:
This can be caused by a corrupted Windows® user profile or damaged Microsoft SQL Server installation.
Note: The following information is provided as a convenience. Sage does not provide support for Microsoft products. For more information on this topic, visit Microsoft.com.
Solution:
Option 1 - New Windows User -Sameissue
Option 2 - Reinstall Microsoft SQL Server -Sameissue
Option 3 - Contact Microsoft Support