Crucially, . If you attempt to install a newer shell, the SSIS/SSAS/SSRS designers will not launch. They look specifically for the Visual Studio 2012 Shell runtime.
Have you run into an error code related to this shell? Post it in the comments below.
Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 Shell (Isolated) is typically bundled as a during the SQL Server 2014 setup. If the shell is missing or corrupted, SSMS may fail to launch or display errors during installation. What Is SQL Server? - SQL Server - Microsoft Learn
Before diving into SQL Server specifics, it is essential to understand the shell concept.
The isolated shell is running but failed to load SSIS designer manifests.
