How can I import a .bak file to a database in SQL server?

Question

There is a file in my system with .bak extension. How to import this to database of SQL server?

Answer 1

To import a .bak file into the SQL Server database, you can follow these steps:

1. Launch Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and connect to the SQL Server instance where you want to import the database.

2. Right-click on the "Databases" folder in the Object Explorer and select "Restore Database."

3. In the "Restore Database" window, select the "Device" option under the "Source" section.

4. Click on the "..." button next to the "Device" field to open the "Select backup devices" window.

5. In the "Select backup devices" window, click "Add" and navigate to the location of the .bak file you want to import. Select the file and click "OK."

6. Back in the "Restore Database" window, the .bak file will appear in the "Backup media" list. Select it and click "OK."

7. In the "Restore Database" window, you can modify the destination database name and file paths if needed.

8. Review the restore options and make any necessary adjustments. Then, click "OK" to start the restore process.

9. Once the restore operation completes, you should see a confirmation message indicating the successful import of the .bak file.

By following these steps, you should be able to import the .bak file into your SQL Server database.

Answer 2

Goto SQL Server Management Studio

• Right-click Databases on the left pane in the Object Explorer

• Click Restore Database...

• Choose Device, click ..., and add your .bak file

• Press Ok twice

And you are pretty much done. 

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Answer 3

In SQL Server Management Studio, right-click on "Databases," select "Restore Database," choose the .bak file, modify settings if necessary, and click "OK."

Answer 4

To import a .bak file into the SQL Server database, open SQL Server Management Studio, right-click on "Databases," and choose "Restore Database." Select the "Device" option, click "..." to add the .bak file, and confirm the selection. Modify the database name and file paths if needed. Review the restore options and click "OK" to begin the import process. Once completed, a confirmation message will appear.