Performing MS SQL Server restore with RECOVERY and NORECOVERY options is crucial for safeguarding and recovering data in case of failures or corruption.
SQL Server offers different backup types like full, differential, and transaction log backups, each serving a specific purpose in data recovery.
When restoring a SQL database backup, two key options are available: RESTORE WITH RECOVERY and RESTORE WITH NORECOVERY.
RESTORE WITH RECOVERY signifies that no more restores are needed and changes the database state to online post-restoration.
On the other hand, RESTORE WITH NORECOVERY keeps the database in a restoring state for further backup file restorations.
To perform a restore with RECOVERY option, users can utilize SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) or T-SQL commands for a simple graphical or command-line approach.
Using the NORECOVERY option is beneficial when restoring multiple backup files sequentially in scenarios like system failures or point-in-time recovery.
For restoring with NORECOVERY, users must follow a sequential restore process with full, differential, and transaction log backups.
In case of a corrupted SQL database backup file, professional SQL repair tools like Stellar Repair for MS SQL Technician can help recover data with integrity.
Understanding and utilizing RECOVERY and NORECOVERY options in SQL Server restores can aid in effective data recovery and maintenance of database integrity.