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Is it possible to change the database server after SharePoint installation

Nur Hossain 282 Reputation points
2023-04-02T18:43:40.3366667+00:00

We have installed SharePoint in Single Farm deployment.

After deployment, we have to change the Database server or SharePoint.

Is it possible to change the database server after SharePoint deployment?

Note: we will restore from the old database server to the new database server but the hostname will be different.

Any Idea?

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  1. AllenXu-MSFT 18,441 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2023-04-03T01:50:17.0633333+00:00

    Hi @Nur Hossain ,

    Sure, it is possible to change the database server after SharePoint deployment. In a nutshell, Moving the SharePoint database from one server to another can be achieved with the following steps:

    • Step 1: Stop All SharePoint Services
    • Step 2: Backup & Restore All SharePoint Databases to the new SQL Server
    • Step 3: Point the web application to the new database server by setting up SQL Server connection aliases
    • Step 4: Start All SharePoint Services

    See detailed steps and information in this article: Move all databases in SharePoint Server.

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  2. AllenXu-MSFT 18,441 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2023-05-04T06:42:34.39+00:00

    Hi @Nur Hossain ,

    May I know do you have any concern on the steps in my previous answer or the result you have tried to it? Feel free to comment here if you still need further assistance. I'm glad to provide further support with you.

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