On some configurations, you will need to reach another Server for offload of Automated Processers requiring SQL Express. Sometimes in trying to connect to the remote server, you may get a “SQL server does not exist or access denied” message.
A fix for this may be to … Go to SQL Configuration Manager via All Programs >Microsoft SQL Server 2008 > Configuration Tools > SQL Configuration Manager > Highlight SQL Server Services in left pane > In right pane, right click on SQL Server Properties > Properties on SQL Server Browser > On log in Account tab, Select Built in Local Services radial button or "This Account" and populate > On Advance tab > Select the Active field and drop down menu > Choose Yes for value > Restart the service from the prompt This enables "Browsing" for SQL Express