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Scenario 1: SQL and SkySync are located on the same server and need to be moved to a new server
In this scenario SkySync and the SQL Database are located on the same Server or Virtual Machine, and need to be moved to a new server.
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To do this the SQL database will need to be moved, and SkySync will also need to be reinstalled on the new server with a custom install. Additionally the Keys folder located at C:\ProgramData\PortalArchitects\Data\ will also need to be moved from the old server to the new one. The processes below go over Moving SQL and reinstalling SkySync and should be followed as necessary.
Scenario 2: SQL and SkySync are installed on two separate Servers and only SQL needs to be moved
This scenario is most common with an SQL or server upgrade, resulting in the requirement of migrating SQL but not SkySync. As with any scenario
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the SkySync service should be stopped. After this the SQL Database will need to be moved to the new server. As long as the user IDs remain the same as they where before the migration SkySync will not need to be reinstalled. If however, the user IDs are changed then SkySync will need to be reinstalled. In the case where a reinstall is not necessary, simply edit
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the connections.config file located in C:\Program Files (x86)\SkySync to reflect the new SQL server name and restart the SkySync service.
Scenario 3: SQL and SkySync are installed on two separate Servers and only SkySync needs to be moved
This scenario is most common a upgrade is occurring resulting in SkySync needing to be reinstalled on a new server/node. As with anytime a migration of any type is taking place it is important to stop activity on the database
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as well as stop the SkySync service. It is also necessary to move a copy of the Keys folder located at C:\ProgramData\PortalArchitects\Data\ to the new server. After this is done simply reinstall SkySync using the most recent installer on the new server being sure to use the custom install so that the SQL server can be specified. Once SkySync has been reinstalled copy the keys folder into the path C:\ProgramData\PortalArchitects\Data overwriting the folder that will have been created automatically.
Moving SQL to a different server
The recommended method of moving the SQL databases is to perform a backup on the Source Database and a restore on the Destination database.
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Before this is done however the SkySync service should be stopped to prevent additional information being written on the old database. It should be kept in mind that SQL databases can still be accessed during the backup process and it is advised to have all users cease access while the migration is being performed.
1) Stop the SkySync Service. If there are any programs which automatically start stopped services they will need to be disabled
2) Stop activities that access the SQL Database
3) Backup the SQL database and move it to the new server
4) Restore the SQL database on the new server
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If SkySync is not being moved and therefore reinstalled, the connections.config file located at C:\Program Files (x86)\SkySync will need to be adjusted to reflect the new SQL Server and database. |
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This Microsoft support article explains how to transfer databases in greater detail and can be used for reference if needed additionally individual articles on backup and restore have been added below.For Steps on how to backup a SQL database see this Microsoft support article here.For Steps on how to restore a SQL database see this Microsoft support article here. |
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It is very important that the user ID and password for the SQL database be noted as they will be necessary when installing SkySync. |
Re-installing SkySync
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In order to install SkySync you will need access to the latest installer, please contact support for a link or copy of it. |
1) Copy the Keys folder located in C:\ProgramData\PortalArchitects\Data from the source server to the new server.
2)Download and extract the newest installer on the new server.
3)Double-click the SkySync.exe to begin the installation
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4) Check the box to accept the terms and select Custom install before clicking next
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5) Click next
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6) Local System account is an option however it is recommended to select a specific Windows account created for SkySync login
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7) Click Next
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8) Select SQL Server from the drop down menu
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9) Select or type the name of the SQL server
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10) Input the User Name and Password
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11) Click Validate
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12) Click Next
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Once the installation is complete copy the old Keys folder to C:\ProgramData\PortalArchitects\Data on the new computer and overwrite anything that is already there.To confirm that everything is working properly SkySync should be opened and it should be confirmed that the jobs and connectors before the move are still there. |
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