Migrating data from MySQL to IBM DB2

This guide walks you through migrating data from MySQL to IBM DB2 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 MySQL Data Source

    • In the "Choose a Data Source" dialog:
      • Select "MySQL"
    • Enter server details:
      • Server name: localhost (default)
      • Port: 3306 (default)
    • Provide authentication:
      • Username: root (default)
      • Associated password
    • Database selection:
      • Click the Refresh button to list available databases
      • Select target database from the list
    MySQL connection dialog showing server configuration, authentication fields, and refresh button
    Fig. 1: MySQL data source configuration

  2. Configure IBM DB2 Data Source

    • In the "Choose a Destination" dialog:
      • Select "IBM DB2"
    • Enter server connection details:
      • Server name: localhost (default)
      • Port: 50000 (default)
    • Provide authentication credentials:
      • Username: db2admin (default)
      • Password
    • In the Database field:
      • Enter target DB2 database name
    • Schema selection:
      • Click the Refresh button to load available schemas
      • Select target schema from the list
    IBM DB2 connection dialog showing server configuration, database field, and schema refresh controls
    Fig. 2: IBM DB2 data source 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 MySQL to IBM DB2.
      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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