Summary: SQL Server 2005 provides support for Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) by providing a writer (the SQL writer) so that a third-party backup application can use the VSS framework to back up database files. This paper describes the SQL writer component and its role in the VSS snapshot creation and restore process for SQL Server databases. It also captures details on how to configure and use the SQL writer to work with backup applications in the VSS framework.
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Introduction
Configuring the SQL Writer
Backup/Restore Operations and Supported
Versions
Snapshot Creation
Process
Restore Process
Backup and Restore Option Details
Appendix
References