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How to copy a TntMPD database to a new location

When using TntSync for the first time or just making an external backup of your database, you have to copy the whole database from one location to another. Since TntMPD does not have a "Save As" command, you need to use Windows Explorer to copy the file.

Tutorial: How to copy a TntMPD database to a new location

1.Find the location of your TntMPD database

If you do not know the location of your database, open TntMPD and press F8. Your filename will appear at the top of your System Information.

2.Open Windows Explorer using one of these three methods.

Keyboard

Press the Windows+E keys.

Menu

Menu Path: Start | Run

Type "explorer"

Menu

Menu Path: Start | All Programs | Accessories | Windows Explorer

3.Locate your TntMPD database

4.Click once to grab it, and drag it to your external drive. Notice that the cursor arrow has a "+" symbol next to it. This indicates that Windows Explorer is copying the file. If you try this with a different folder on your hard drive, Windows Explorer will not show the "+" sign, and the file will simply move instead of copy. Windows Explorer always assumes you want to move the file when you drag it within the same drive, and copy the file when you drag it to an external drive.

5.Your file is now on your external drive, ready for you to use with TntSync, or just to keep as a backup.

 




Comments on this Help Topic

Troy Wolbrink wrote re: Copying your Database
on 2 Dec 2011 11:22 AM

This is a great user friendly article.  You might want to incorporate additional tips and ideas from here:www.tntware.com/.../how-do-i-transfer-my-database-to-another-computer.aspx