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

This guide walks you through migrating data from MS Access to Firebird 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 Firebird/InterBase Destination

    • In the "Choose a Destination" dialog:
      • Select "Firebird/InterBase"
    • Provide authentication credentials:
      • Username: SYSDBA (default)
      • Password: masterkey (default)
    • Select the database character set from the dropdown
    • Database file location:
      • Click the "..." button (Browse)
      • Select your Firebird (.fdb) or InterBase (.gdb) file
    • For server connections:
      • Enter server address in format: <server_name>[/port]:<db_file>
      • Examples:
        • With port: localhost/3050:c:\temp\test.fdb
        • Default port (3050): localhost:c:\temp\test.fdb
    Firebird/InterBase destination configuration dialog showing authentication fields, character set dropdown, and database location controls
    Fig. 2: Firebird/InterBase 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 Firebird.
      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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