installationsql-server-2016system-databases
Is there any way using the Command Line install method, I can specify a custom location for the system databases?
I want them to be in D:\SqlServer\Data
or is this only way to do this to install them in the default directory and then move them after?
you can select the root directory path here
To skip the reboot check:
SkipRules=RebootRequiredCheck
To hide the console window:
HIDECONSOLE=True
Full command line/.ini file options can be found here. The SkipRules option is not documented there and appears to be part of the general installer options.
Best Answer
Yes you can do this. Best way to do is use the configuration.ini file and customise it as per your use.
For system datafiles you will need to edit this portion of the file : INSTALLSQLDATADIR="S:"
ABove example is where my system datafiles go into.. (S: )