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We have the database backup and we need an expert to help with restoring it onto SQL on premise. Email:kbrishevy@gmail.com

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    DAnny3211 Profile Picture
    11,421 Super User 2026 Season 1 on at

    hi

    restoring a Business Central database backup onto SQL Server on premise requires a few steps, and it's important to have the necessary expertise to ensure a successful restoration process. Here are some general guidelines for restoring a Business Central database backup:

    First, make sure that you have a SQL Server instance set up on premise that is compatible with the version of Business Central you are restoring. Check the Business Central System Requirements to ensure compatibility.

    Copy the database backup file to a location that is accessible to the SQL Server instance.

    Open SQL Server Management Studio and connect to the instance.

    Right-click on the Databases folder and select "Restore Database."

    In the "Restore Database" window, select "Device" as the source type and click the "..." button to select the backup file.

    Check the "Restore" checkbox for the backup file and select "Options" from the left-hand pane.

    Under "Options," make sure that the paths for the "Restore As" and "Files" fields are correct and that the "Overwrite the existing database" checkbox is checked.

    Click "OK" to start the restoration process.

    It's important to note that the above steps are general guidelines and may vary depending on your specific setup and requirements.

    DAniele

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    Nitin Verma Profile Picture
    21,812 Moderator on at

    Hi,

    You can follow the below link which will let you know step by step

    robertostefanettinavblog.com/.../

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    YUN ZHU Profile Picture
    100,731 Super User 2026 Season 1 on at

    Note that you can restore it into SQL, but you cannot connect to it using the BC On-Premises version.

    How to Export Database and Restore it on Local SQL Server
    https://yzhums.com/5010/

    If you want to open it locally, you need to consider Docker.

    Restoring your online Business Central database locally

    https://freddysblog.com/2021/03/02/restoring-your-online-business-central-database-locally/

    Hope this helps as well.

    Thanks.

    ZHU

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