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Easy MSSQL Backup: FAQ



MS SQL is popular and widely used Database Management System (DBMS) created by Microsoft. MSSQL backup is a module of Handy Backup product that helps you to back up and recover MS SQL data. You can find the information on the MSSQL backup in the FAQ list below.


Is MSSQL backup a standalone program?
No, it is just one module of Handy Backup product dedicated to deal with databases.

What platforms can MSSQL backup be run on?
Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista. It can be run on these platforms in a service mode as well.

How does activity of MSSQL backup affect the operation of MSSQL server?
The MSSQL backup allows to execute online and offline backup and restore operations. The operation of the MSSQL server is not crucially affected since the Handy Backup program uses multithreaded data transfer engine.

Does Handy Backup put a heavy load on an operating system?
The Handy Backup program has minimum system resource consumption: it occupies little space on your hard drive and has a small memory footprint.

How does MSSQL backup cooperate with a MSSQL server?
ODBC (Open Database Connectivity) interface is used (see restrictions).

What kind of MSSQL data can I back up?
It is possible to back up all databases, selected databases or selected tables. The MSSQL backup can back up data from your computer or any computer in your LAN (Local Area Network).

Where are the backed up MSSQL data stored?
The data can be saved to any location on your machine or LAN as well as on about any type of storage media, including:


Can the MSSQL data be compressed and/or encrypted?
Yes, your data can be zip-compressed and ciphered with a reliable 128-bit algorithm.

Do I have to perform data backup every time manually?
No, the backup can be flexibly scheduled. The scheduler of MSSQL backup has enough options to fit your needs.

Is it difficult to set up and use MSSQL backup program?
No, all modules of Handy Backup program share the same simple Explorer-like graphical user interface. Smart Setup Wizard and online help will guide you through all steps of installing the program, creating and managing backup tasks.

Is Handy Backup an evolving program?
Yes, the program is constantly evolving: new features appear; existing features are being reconsidered (in a compatible way). Besides, we provide all kinds of customization for our software to meet the exact needs of our corporate clients. We can even add new features by your request.

Is Handy Backup intended for personal and corporate users?
Yes.

Does Handy Backup have a technical support?
Yes, We provide free technical support for all registered users. Our corporate customers are always the top priority, so you will receive all possible assistance from us using our software.

Can I try Handy Backup before buy?
Yes, Handy Backup is shipped on a try and buy basis with 30-days full-featured product trial period.

Is Handy Backup expensive?
No, it is a good-value-for-money solution in the industry for backing up and restoring your valuable data.

To learn more about Handy Backup and its useful functions, refer to Handy Backup features.

What to back up

My Documents backup - one click backup of the 'My documents' folder including pics, videos, music, text files
Website backup - most reliable solution to protect your business's web representation
Disk Image Backup - back up your hard drive by creating a hard drive image and saving it to the storage medium
MySQL backup - simple, comprehensive backup of the MySQL database tables
ODBC Database Backup - back up any ODBC compatible databases including MySQL, Oracle, FoxPro, Interbase, MSSQL, DB2, MS Access, Postgre SQL etc.

Where to back up

Backup to DVD-R - record your backups to DVD-R with our in-built DVD burning tool
Backup to CD-R - record your backups to CD-R using data encryption and compression with one click
Backup USB - back up your data to any USB connected device such as USB flash key
Backup to FTP - transfer your backups to remote FTP server for more data security
Backup from FTP - back up data stored on a remote FTP server to your local computer or any removable storage medium

How to back up

Backup with ZIP compression - backup with 10 levels of Zip compression saves storage space
DVD backup verification - makes sure your data are restorable from DVD copy you made
Synchronizing files and folders - one click synchronization of files and folders across multiple locations including remote FTP servers