Is it easy to upgrade from MSDE to Full blown SQL v2000

Hi,

Noob here....

Got server running app approaching 2gig limit using MSDE version of SQL. I've purchased the full version and just checking if there is anymore to it than inserting the CD and letting it find the MSDE version and upgrade it.

Also, don't remember getting a keycode with the CD - is this right?

Thanks for help :)

Kenny

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anyone?

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I have gone from 2000 msde to 2000 developers edition and never had a problem.

Do a backup of your databases and give it a try.

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I wish I had the same easy experience. So far my upgrade from MSDE 2k to full SQL never gives me the "Upgrade" option. I have to install a new instance.

This is in the course of migrating a SharePoint Services installation from the default MSDE database to SQL.

As this test server had SharePoint portal uninstalled and SQL 2k developer uninstalled, then SharePoint Services by themselves re installed, I wonder if the install wizard just somehow does not see the MSDE instance.

My co workers think I am making this up.. Any ideas as to why no upgrade?