Jun 22 2022 06:31 AM
Really simple question. I took a backup of several small and large databases but I forgot to add the extension ".BAK". I would like to rename the backup but I want to do it properly. Other than changing the name on File Explorer, what else do I need to do?
I can also take another backup but it's going to take me a long time.
I want it renamed so that the filename is meaningful
TIA
Jun 22 2022 10:07 AM
Hi @SQLServerRookie -- That is it! You did all that you need to do. Take care.
Jun 22 2022 10:31 PM
@SQLServerRookie , my feedback is more: Why? The file name/extention don't matter much.
Yes, you can change the file extention via Windows File Explorer, but keep in mind, it won't check the file name in SQL Server backup history.
Olaf
Jun 23 2022 05:51 AM
Jun 23 2022 06:22 AM
SolutionJun 24 2022 03:47 AM - edited Jun 24 2022 03:48 AM
Hello, you should take in this matter and extension can be changed by windows explorer.
Jun 23 2022 06:22 AM
Solution