I was recently asked about whether SQL Server data can move between architectures, say from x64 to x86. Yes, you can move SQL Server data back and forth between x64, x86, and IA64 architectures. The data and log files themselves do not store anything that indicates the architecture and work the same onContinue reading “Moving data between 32-bit and 64-bit SQL Server instances”
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x64 Windows – Upgrade from 32bit SQL Server to 64bit SQL Server
Many people are now upgrading from 32bit to 64bit SQL Servers. Most of you have a match between your operating system and your SQL Server platform. For example, most of you install a 32bit SQL Server on 32bit Windows, and if you have the x64 platform of Windows, you usually install the x64 SQL Server.Continue reading “x64 Windows – Upgrade from 32bit SQL Server to 64bit SQL Server”
