replicationsql-server-2016
i would like to install the components of Replication in sql server where the initial installation version is 2016 standard with SP1 (KB 3182545) – 13.1.4001.0 but now the SQL version is 2016 standard (SP1-CU7-GDR) (KB4057119) – 13.0.4466.4.
Question: Will this be good to go ahead and install components with initial setup file ?
You might get away with using the eval ISO.
Try download that, burn it to a disk (or mount it by other means) and see if it will cooperate. It'll certainly contain everything, assuming it is as happy to be used to update your licensed install as it is an eval one.
EDit: I've removed the link as it was incorrect. It looks from trying to search on their site that SQL 2008r2 eval isn't available direct from MS any more. You might be able to find it elsewhere though.
Given this image, I can imagine you are selecting to install every single feature during setup:
I would start with just the set of features you need, since selecting everything - especially if you don't actually need everything - creates a whole bunch of dependencies for little gain.
You can always go back and add features as you realize you need them.
Best Answer
Your currently installed instance is at version 13.0.4466.4 (2016 SP1-CU7-GDR), and your installation media is at a lower patch level for the same major version (in your case, 2016 SP1, without the CU).
When you install an additional component (Replication, Full-text search, etc) with install media at a lower version, the installation will succeed, but those components will be unpatched. Essentially, the database engine & previously installed bits will be at one version (SP1-CU7) and the newly installed bits will be at a lower version.
After installing the additional components, you will want to re-patch the instance to install the CU. This will ensure that all components on the instance are at a consistent patch level, and ensure you have a supported configuration.
Essentially, whether you're installing additional components or a brand new instance, you'll want to run through the same combination of installers to ensure you get the desired major version + SP + CU.