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Importing a .bak database into sql

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mp11

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I have a XXX.bak database that I need to get into sql 7. What are the steps I need to take to get this database into sql 7.
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Is the file a backup made in SQL 7? If it is, then you need to restore the database. See RESTORE in SQL BOL or use Enterprise Manager.

If it is not a SQL 7 backup, what kind of file is it? Terry L. Broadbent
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You can restored a backup file in different way,

1. RESTORE (T-SQL query)
2. With Interface, with the Enterprise Manager, right-click on the database and choose All Tasks, choose Restored Database and choose Device, Add the file into the Device and click OK.

The only constraint is that it must be a backup file from SQL Server 7. If it is SQL Server 6.5, the approach is different.

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