Migrating data from IBM DB2 to SQL Azure
This guide walks you through migrating data from IBM DB2 to SQL Azure in a few simple steps using ESF Database Migration Toolkit. Simplify complex migration tasks and save valuable time with our streamlined approach.Prerequisite:
Software Required:
ESF Database Migration Toolkit »System Supported:
- Windows 7 or higher.
- IBM DB2 9.x or higher.
- SQL Azure.
Step by Step Wizard:
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Connect to IBM DB2
- In the "Choose a Data Source" dialog:
- Select "IBM DB2"
- Specify server connection details:
- Server name:
localhost(default) - Port:
50000(default)
- Server name:
- Enter authentication credentials:
- Username:
db2admin(default) - Password
- Username:
- In the Database combobox:
- Enter the source DB2 database name
- Schema selection procedure:
- Click Refresh Schema to load available schemas
- Select desired schema from the list
Fig. 1: IBM DB2 data source configuration - In the "Choose a Data Source" dialog:
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Configure SQL Azure Data Destination
- Prerequisite:
- Enable access in Azure server's "Firewalls and virtual networks" page
- Add your client IP to the firewall rules
- In the "Choose a Destination" dialog:
- Select "SQL Azure"
- Enter server details:
- Server name: e.g.,
esf.database.windows.net - Port:
1433(default)
- Server name: e.g.,
- Provide authentication credentials:
- Username and password
- Database selection:
- Click Refresh Database to load databases
- Select target database
- Schema selection:
- Click Refresh Schema to load schemas
- Choose existing schema (
dboschema is default)
Fig. 2: SQL Azure data destination configuration - Prerequisite:
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In "Select Source Table(s) & View(s)" Dialog
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Select migration objects: Choose tables or views to include in the migration.
Fig. 3: Select tables and views -
Modify table structure: Click the ellipsis (...) button to access table options and schema adjustments.
Fig. 4: Do transform -
Configure field mapping: In the Field Mapping options:
- Customize destination fields (name, data type, default value, comments)
- Select data transfer method:
- Overwrite Table (replace existing data)
- Empty Data (truncate before insert)
- Append Data (add to existing data)
- Skip Table (exclude from transfer)
- Apply data filters before transfer
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Select migration objects: Choose tables or views to include in the migration.
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Execution Dialog
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Start migration: Click "Submit" to initiate automated data transfer from IBM DB2 to SQL Azure.
Fig. 5: Execute migration - Monitor progress: Click "Browse Log" for real-time migration tracking, including issue resolution details.
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Save configuration: Click "Save as job" to store settings for:
- Quick reloads of migration jobs
- Command-line execution (use:
dmtc.exe --helpfor parameter options)
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Start migration: Click "Submit" to initiate automated data transfer from IBM DB2 to SQL Azure.
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Finished!
After migration completes, the toolkit generates a comprehensive report for verifying migration accuracy. You can monitor progress as the automated process runs efficiently. For any questions or feedback, contact us – our team is ready to assist.