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I need to move over an SQL database (MSSQL 2008) that is on prem on a windows 2008 server over to Azure. From what I have read, using the Data Migration Assistant is the way to go. However, this will not install on Windows Server 2008. Is there another way to move over a database to Azure that one can suggest or a way to install the data migration assistant on my older server?
Thank you
An Azure relational database service.
Hi,
According to your description, seems the issue is related to azure-sql-database, so I add the tag for you. If there's any concerns, please feel free to let me know.
Best Regards,
Anne
Answer accepted by question author
You know Windows Server 2008 is out-of-suppot since a very long time?
See Microsoft® Data Migration Assistant v5.3 => System Requirements, no Win 2008, but client OS Win 7, 8 and 10. So you can install DMA on any client and run the migration from there.
