Migrating data from MS Access(*.mdb; *.accdb) to MySQL

This guide walks you through migrating data from MS Access to MySQL in a few simple steps using ESF Database Migration Toolkit. Simplify complex migration tasks and save valuable time with our streamlined approach.

Prerequisite:

Step by Step Wizard:

  1. Configure Microsoft Access Data Source

    • In the "Choose a Data Source" dialog:
      • Select "Microsoft Access (*.mdb;*.accdb)"
    • Browse for database file:
      • Click the "..." button
      • Select your .mdb or .accdb file
    • Configure workgroup security (for system databases):
      • Click the lock icon
      • Set workgroup settings in the security dialog
    "Choose a Data Source" dialog showing Microsoft Access options and security configuration
    Fig. 1: Microsoft Access data source configuration
  2. Configure MySQL Destination

    • In the "Choose a Destination" dialog:
      • Select "MySQL"
    • Enter connection parameters:
      • Server name: localhost (default)
      • Port: 3306 (default)
      • Username and Password
    • Optional configurations:
    • Database selection/creation:
      • Click the Refresh button to list available databases
      • Either:
        • Select existing database from list
        • Or enter new database name
      • Note: New databases will be automatically created during migration
    "Choose a Destination" dialog showing MySQL configuration options including server settings, storage engine selection, and database refresh button
    Fig. 2: MySQL destination configuration
  3. In "Select Source Table(s) & View(s)" Dialog

    • Select migration objects: Choose tables or views to include in the migration.
      Select Tables & Views
      Fig. 3: Select tables and views
    • Modify table structure: Click the ellipsis (...) button to access table options and schema adjustments.
      Transform
      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
  4. Execution Dialog

    • Start migration: Click "Submit" to initiate automated data transfer from MS Access to MySQL.
      Execute
      Fig. 5: Execute migration
    • Monitor progress: Click "Browse Log" for real-time migration tracking, including issue resolution details.
    • Save configuration: Click "Save as job" to store settings for:
      • Quick reloads of migration jobs
      • Command-line execution (use: dmtc.exe --help for parameter options)
  5. 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.

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4. MS Access to Oracle Migration
5. MS Access to PostgreSQL Migration
6. MS Access to SQL Azure Migration
7. MS Access to SQL Server Migration
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4. Informix to MySQL Migration
5. InterSystems Cache to MySQL Migration
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12. SQLite to MySQL Migration