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Copying .MDF & .LDF files for new server

Hello - I am trying to copy a database file from our existing server into an FTP site so I can download and then upload to a new server. When using the file explorer and copy command I recieve an error that the states

" Cannot copy ***data file: It is being used by another person or program, close any programs that might be using the file and try again"

I have stopped MS SQL, stopped IIS etc - ANY SUGGESTIONS?

Vince
Feb 24 '07 #1
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dorinbogdan
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Detach the database before trying to copy it.
Feb 26 '07 #2
Motoma
3,237 Expert 2GB
Hello - I am trying to copy a database file from our existing server into an FTP site so I can download and then upload to a new server. When using the file explorer and copy command I recieve an error that the states

" Cannot copy ***data file: It is being used by another person or program, close any programs that might be using the file and try again"

I have stopped MS SQL, stopped IIS etc - ANY SUGGESTIONS?

Vince

Use the Backup tool from Enterprise manager. Copy and load the backup on your new server. This is the proper way to transfer databases.
Feb 26 '07 #3

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