How to convert SQL Svr 2005 db to Express 2005

  • I'm a SQL Server newbie coming from Oracle. Could someone please give me a high level start on how to convert a small 2005 db to Express 2005. I've read this forum and am familiar with and have the DTSWizard...but I'm missing something.

    thanks

  • Unless the database specifically uses features that SQL Express doesn't support (there are a few, but mainly in terms of enterprise databases and server automation, probably doesn't apply), you can simply detach the database from one server, move it to the SQL Express Server, and attach it there.

    Have you tried this? If so, does it give you an error?

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  • I was pushed onto a different project and am back on this one. Your suggestion worked perfectly. Too easy. I like M.S. SQL Server. Thanks!!!

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