SQL Server Instance not started after fresh installation of SQL Server 2019 Developer Edition

Question

I have tried to install MS SQL Server Developer 2019 (free) edition.
The installation finished without any errors. I also installed Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio 18.
But the issue is that the SQL Server Instance has not been correctly configured somehow because the service is not started.

I find that there are no running instances in SSCM!

Please guide on what can be missing.
I doubt on Firewall warning (I am not able to turn off firewall due to McAffee Personal Security).
I did not disable firewall, and proceeded setup.

Please note that I followed the steps exactly as per below link:- Installing SQL Server 2019 Developer Edition

Please someone help on why Server instance is not starting and comment if any additional details are needed.

Answer 1

I have come across the exact same situation. Running through a manual installation does show the 'Database Engine' (SQLENGINE) feature. This was the same result using same media on other servers in other environments. I suspect something defective in the media.

I had to install the Express Edition and 'upgrade' to Developer edition.

KR,Tim GJ