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gigi_girl
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Posted - 2013-03-14 : 11:54:31
I installed a application on a server and it set all config paths to the database as (local). For security reasons I need to point the application to a database on a different physical server. I have the exact same Database on both servers. Can I simply use regedit (wind ser 2008)and point the config strings to a different IP vs. (local)?

I am using SQL2008
Windows Server 2008
VMware

thanks,
gigi

jackv
Master Smack Fu Yak Hacker

2179 Posts

Posted - 2013-03-15 : 05:32:07
Assuming remote connections are allowed on the target sql server - setting the correct connection details - with correct authentication should allow a connection.
Find out the connection details - and apply to the relevant config file. If you have problems connecting - use the troubleshooting tips on this post to troubleshoot. http://www.sqlserver-dba.com/2012/05/cannot-connect-to-sql-server.html

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gigi_girl
Starting Member

6 Posts

Posted - 2013-03-15 : 11:38:06
Thank you, Jack. This is a step in the right direction.
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jackv
Master Smack Fu Yak Hacker

2179 Posts

Posted - 2013-03-16 : 15:27:26
Your welcome, let us know if there are other questions

Jack Vamvas
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