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Warning

The below processes are for SQL Express and Full SQL only, and are not relevant to SQL CE.

Before any actions are taken, SkySync Files should be backed up to a folder on the desktop to prevent loss of connections and configurations

C:\Program Files (x86)\SkySync\appSettings.config

C:\Program Files (x86)\SkySync\connections.config

C:\ProgramData\PortalArchitects\Data\Keys

To prevent discrepancies between the SQL Servers the SkySync Service will need to be stopped. If any programs are in place that automatically start the SkySync service they will need to be disabled. All activity on the SQL database should also be avoided until the migration is complete to prevent database discrepancies.


Note

The process of transferring the SQL database will depend on your individual setup. The setups below assume that you are using the same SQL login ID's after the transfer as you where before. If

you are

this is not

using the same login ID's then their ability to connect to SQL should be tested prior to beginning the process. This is because SkySync will not be able to be re-installed if they cannot connect. 

the case SkySync may need to be reinstalled to utilize the new logins.

Scenario 1: SQL and SkySync are located on the same server and need to be moved to a new server

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