Restore Database on Different Server

Question

I have backup (.bak) on one server and I want to restore the database on other server on Lan.. My concern is that when I run restore by connecting to remote sql server then it tries to find the .bak file on the remote server, but actually file resides on the server from which I am connecting to the remote server.

Is there some way around to this problem that I can restore database without copying the file on the remote server??

Answer 1

If you use MS SQL Server you can map network drive or use system share. Detailed info .

Answer 2

You could instead of using a .bak, run a dtsx to export all the data in your database. Just create the schema on the server your going to send the data. Right click on the origin database -> tasks -> export data.

This is just an alternative, I hope its of any use.

Cheers.