Copy Data from SQL Server to SQL Server CE Automatically
Move data from Microsoft SQL Server to Microsoft SQL Server Compact/CE without writing scripts or building complex migration processes.
Connect your databases, map and transform your data visually, then run the transfer once or automate it on a schedule.
Typical migration experience: "I installed the software, watched one short video, and had my SQL Server data migrated to Microsoft SQL Server Compact/CE in about 10 minutes. I expected it to take hours."
SQL Server Data Migration Example
Read data from SQL Server, transform and map the fields, then write the results directly to Microsoft SQL Server Compact/CE.
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Video: Watch the Migration in Action
See how to connect the databases, map the fields and move SQL Server data into Microsoft SQL Server Compact/CE step by step.
How to Copy Data from SQL Server to SQL Server CE - Step-by-Step
1. Launch Advanced ETL Processor
- Create a SQL Server Connection with server details, authentication, and database
- Create a SQL Server CE Connection by specifying the .sdf file path
2. Create a New Transformation
Right-click a transformation group and select New to begin creating your workflow.
3. Configure Reader
- Double-click the reader to open Reader Properties
- Select your SQL Server connection
- Choose the source table or enter a SQL query
4. Configure Writer
- Double-click the writer to open Writer Properties
- Select the SQL Server CE connection
- Choose the target table and insert mode (append, replace, truncate)
5. Map and Format Fields
- Map fields from SQL Server to SQL Server CE
- Convert data types and apply transformations if needed
6. Run the Transformation
Click the Run button (Green Arrow) to begin the data transfer. The process is fully logged and monitored with rollback and error-handling features.
Business usage examples
Operations lead
Move database rows through repeatable copy workflows instead of manual exports and imports.
Data team
Map fields between Access, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Salesforce, and other systems.
Compliance owner
Keep source queries, target writes, run logs, and failures visible enough for audit work.
Useful links
Start with the Advanced ETL Processor Enterprise overview, then download the fully functional 30-day trial. The copy-data hub lists the other SQL Server copy workflows.