Installing Sql Server 2005 Enterprise on Windows XP pro

I am trying to install 2005 sql server enterprise edition on windows xp pro, When I get to the part where you pick which components to add, they are all grayed out except for workstation components and books. What did I do wrong?

You cant install enterprise edition on XP Pro (or 2000 Pro), it must be installed on Windows Server.

If you want the features of Enterprise Edition for R&D, you need to install Developer Edition. Otherwise Express Edition or MSDE will also work on workstation platforms.

You can view system requirements here:

http://www.microsoft.com/sql/prodinfo/sysreqs/default.mspx

The reason the workstation components are available, is that XP Pro (like Windows 2000 Pro) is a workstation, and this option will allow you to install tools such as the SQL Management Studio, Books Online etc.

Good Luck!