Transfer SQL Backup License

noob2016

Trying to get details on transferring SQL Backup license. We are getting ready to do an OS and SQL refresh on one of our SQL Servers. What is the best method to transfer SQL Backup license to the new server? Advise?
Thanks

PlantBasedSQL

Hi there @noob2016, the process is fairly well documented here: https://documentation.red-gate.com/sbu9/licensing - you should be able to remove a server and then add a new one from within the SQL Backup GUI.

noob2016

Thank you @dOCTOClone for the information.
Just to confirm - my current license will continue to work on the old server. On my new server, I will have to use "trial" version to restore from the old server's backups when I build the database. Once everything is build and the new server goes online, I'll deactivate from old server and activate license on new server. Does that sound right?

If yes, will the "trial" version function like licensed product?

Thank you.

PlantBasedSQL

Hi @noob2016 yes this is correct. The trial version is not function-limited fortunately however if you have any difficulties with the switchover or the product says "trial has expired", get in touch with [email protected] who will be able to provide any help and even an extra temporary key which will cover you for 2 weeks whilst the switchover is carried out.

noob2016

Just want to log in to thank you, dOCTOClone. Worked without any issues.

PlantBasedSQL

Glad it all worked out @noob2016 :-) have a great week!