If you have purchased a Tencent Cloud SQL Server database and want to restore your local backup to the cloud, follow these steps:
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Prepare the Backup File: Ensure your local backup file (usually with a .bak extension) is accessible and not corrupted. You can create it using SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) by right-clicking the database > Tasks > Back Up.
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Upload the Backup to Cloud Storage:
- Use Tencent Cloud COS (Object Storage) to upload your
.bak file.
- Log in to the Tencent Cloud console, navigate to COS, create a bucket if needed, and upload the backup file.
- Example: If your backup is
mydb.bak, upload it to a COS bucket for later use.
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Restore the Backup to the Cloud SQL Server:
- Go to the Tencent Cloud SQL Server console and select your target database instance.
- Use the Restore feature (usually under "Database Management" or "Backup & Restore").
- Select "Restore from COS" (or similar option) and choose the uploaded
.bak file.
- Specify the target database name and configuration (e.g., overwrite existing database if needed).
- Start the restore process and monitor its progress.
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Verify the Restore:
- After completion, connect to the cloud SQL Server using SSMS or another tool.
- Check if the restored database contains the expected data and schema.
Example Scenario:
You have a local SQL Server database named SalesDB with a backup SalesDB.bak. You upload it to COS, then restore it to your Tencent Cloud SQL Server instance named CloudSQLInstance. After restoration, you verify the data in SalesDB on the cloud instance.
Tencent Cloud Services Recommended:
- COS (Object Storage): For securely storing and managing your backup files.
- SQL Server Database Instance: For hosting and restoring your database in the cloud.
- Database Backup & Restore Tools: Built-in features in the Tencent Cloud SQL Server console for easy restoration.
If you need automation, consider using Tencent Cloud API or Tencent Cloud CLI to script the restore process.