Can I restore a backup to SQL Server (not Azure)

by Feb 26, 2014

  • November 20, 2014 at 3:08 pm

    #1517

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    Donal Roantree

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    I have backed up my Azure SQL Database to a local file ***.bkp. Is it the case that the only restore option I have is to restore the database to an Azure SQL Database? I’m a bit wary that MS might change their configuration of Azure SQL Databases and then for some reason the backup cannot be restored. I would be happier if I could be sure that the backup could be restored elsewhere instead. Thanks.

    November 21, 2014 at 3:40 pm

    #1519

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    Idera SQLSupport

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    You should be able to restore a backup to an on-premise instance of SQL Server through the tool. You’ll need to register the server using SQL authentication, and then choose to restore the file stored locally.

    Thanks!

    ? Regards,

    Idera Technical Support – SQL Products

    November 22, 2014 at 3:31 am

    #1522

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    Donal Roantree

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    Thanks. That worked! Brilliant.