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Restore a SQL Server database to an offline copy

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Problem

I have SQL Server Management Studio. I need to access a backup file (*.bak).

How do I create a new database engine that is OFFLINE (running from my PC not the server) and then restore the database to that offline database engine?

Solution


  • Install SQL Server, if it isn't already there.



  • Get the backup file onto you local box.



  • Open SSMS and connect to your local instance



  • Right-click the "Databases" folder and pick "Restore Database..."



  • Follow the wizard until you're done

Context

StackExchange Database Administrators Q#20433, answer score: 4

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