Copy Data from SQL Server to SQL Server CE Automatically
Looking to copy data from SQL Server to SQL Server CE?
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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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.
Help with your SQL Server transfer
If you get stuck, ask in the support forum and include the source table, destination table, and relevant log message. You can also review the connection and transformation guides below.
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.
References
External documentation
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