How to enable Full Text Search in SQL Server 2008 Express

Question

When I downloaded SQL Server 2008 Express, I did not think I would need to use Full Text Search.

Now I would like to use the AdventureWorks sample database but cannot install it without Full Text Search.

Is there a way to install this without reinstalling SQL Server 2008 Express?

Answer 1

If you download and run the advanced version of SQL2008 it will offer an option to add features. I would advice the version that includes the management studio as well.

Edit: The menu-sequence is: Installation, New Sql-Server stand-alone or add features

Answer 2

A step-by-step instruction how to up grade SQL 2008 Express with additional features are found at the bottom of this blog post.