Convert .sdf database to .mdf database

Question

I have this SQL Server CE database (with more tables and data) which I would like to convert to SQL 2008 because I want use it in Server (application need to used by many). I am using SQL 2008 express and C#.

Please suggest how I can do this.

Answer 1

Have you tried the Data Migration Wizard?

Anyhow, you might find this interesting: http://exportsqlce.codeplex.com/

Original source:

http://bembengarifin-tech.blogspot.com/2008/08/generate-script-export-data-from-sql-ce.html

Answer 2

This tutorial should help you. It shows you how to convert .sdf to .cs object using SQLMetal.exe

Answer 3

也许一个好主意是试用微软（免费）工具，Sql Server Management Studio： http ： //www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx？id = 7593

Answer 4

Microsoft WebMatrix uses Compact SQL (.sdf file) by default. In the Database view, if SQL SVR is installed, there is a Migrate to SQL Server top menu item. There is also a menu selection to install SQL Server. Both WebMatrix and (a version of) SQL SVR 2008 are free to install.

Answer 5

You could use MSDeploy to migrate your database:

http://erikej.blogspot.com/2011/03/migrate-sql-server-compact-database-to.html