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Migrating data from Firebird to MS Access(*.mdb; *.accdb)
This guide walks you through migrating data from Firebird to MS Access in a few simple steps using ESF Database Migration Toolkit. Simplify complex migration tasks and save valuable time with our streamlined approach.
Fig. 1: Configuring Firebird/InterBase data source
In the Choose a Data Source dialog:
Select Firebird/InterBase from available options
Provide authentication credentials:
Username: SYSDBA (default)
Password: masterkey (default)
Select the database character set from dropdown
Specify database location:
Click the [...] button (Browse)
Select your Firebird (.fdb) or InterBase (.gdb) file
For network connections:
Enter server address in format: [server_name][/port][/path_to_file]
Examples:
localhost/3050:/var/db/test.fdb
dbserver.example.com:/data/prod.gdb
Configure Microsoft Access Destination
Fig. 2: Microsoft Access destination configuration
In the "Choose a Destination" dialog:
Select "Microsoft Access (*.mdb;*.accdb)"
File selection:
Click the "..." button (Browse)
Select target .mdb or .accdb file
Workgroup security configuration (if applicable):
Click the Lock button
Set system database in security dialog
In "Select Source Table(s) & View(s)" Dialog
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
Execution Dialog
Fig. 5: Execute migration
Start migration: Click "Submit" to initiate automated data transfer from Firebird to MS Access.
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)
Migration Completed
Congratulations! Your data migration from Firebird to MS Access has finished successfully. This 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.