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MS SQL Server uses two database files : one is MDF and another one is LDF. A MDF file is considered as the primary file of the server that comprises of schema and data. There is only one MDF file for each database of the SQL server. The file comprises of SQL objects like tables, views, triggers, stored procedure, etc. Basically, the MDF file is holding crucial data, which is used either by the server administrator or forensic investigator.
Apart from the SQL server, there is no other program that opens MDF file. This arises need to look for an additional product that provides facility to read data from MDF file without SQL server. Hence, users can utilize this QuickData SQL MDF viewer to explore objects of MDF file for free. There is no need to have SQL Server installed on machine for the same.
Read Data From MDF File Without Microsoft SQL Server Presence
View Data From Corrupt MDF File
MDF file explorer rapidly scans the SQL server MDF file. It explores and displays the items that are saved in primary database file of the server. User will easily be able to read data, even from corrupt or inaccessible .mdf file.
Independently View SQL MDF File
It is quite possible that users are provided with MDF file but, they are not having SQL server installed on machine. In such case, the SQL MDF file opener helps a lot because this freeware works without any dependency issue.
Explore the File with All Items
The free MDF file reader utility displays all items, which it encounters at the time of MDF file scanning. All database properties will be recovered by this product. One just needs to click on desired item and then, they can view data without any hassle.
Archive Scanned Data of MDF Files
SQL MDF viewer is providing a useful feature to save scanning report for the future reference. If customers want then, they can save the scanned file in STR format with the desired name. It will be avoiding scanning of the same file again-and-again, whenever a person wants to view data.
Easy-to-use Software Interface
There is no high technical training required to read MDF file with help of this explorer application. Freeware is designed with the most simplified way to operate it. Even a novice user will be able to open MDF file without any single trouble.
Read SQL MDF File in Detailed Way
MDF file explorer displays all details of the MDF database file. One can check the number of pages read, name of the database, versions, total number of tables, and all other database information all in absence of the SQL server installation.
Trial Limitations
Limitations
Free Version of MDF Viewer only view contents of SQL Server 2019, 2017, 2016, 2014, 2012 MDF and NDF files.
System Specifications
Hard Disk Space
100 MB of free hard disk space required
RAM
2 GB of RAM
Processor
Minimum 2.4 GHz Processor
Supported Editions
Windows 10, 8, 7 (32 bit or 64 bit) and Windows Server 2016, 2012 R2, 2008.
SQL Server: SQL Server 2000, 2008, 2008 R2, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2019
Pre-Requisites
FAQs
Q. Is your Antivirus blocking the software export process?
A. Please disable Anti-virus temporarily / Allow access (Whitelist) from Antivirus settings for proper working of the software.
Q. Unable to Create Output in destination?
A. Please avoid NAS, SAN, Network or Shared Drive. Source file should be on the migration machine to perform successful conversion.
Electronic Delivery
The delivery of the product is automated, You will receive an email containing both the link to download the product and the activation key within few minutes after payment confirmation.
Get an Overview of MDF Viewer Features – Free and Pro Version
| Features | FREE Version | PRO Version |
|---|---|---|
| Open SQL MDF/NDF File | ||
| Preview Details of MDF File | ||
| Preview MDF File with Data Items | ||
| Windows 10, 8, 7 (32 bit or 64 bit) and Windows Server 2016, 2012 R2, 2008 | ||
| Save into SQL MDF Format | ||
| Recover Deleted SQL MDF File Items | ||
| Cost | FREE | $249 |
Listed Commonly Asked Questions and Answers
Verified Purchase Reviews – Free MDF Viewer Tool
It is very rare situation when I rely upon any free products. Because as per my experience cycle, all the free applications are malware infected or not reliable. But, this SQL MDF viewer, proved me totally wrong in all aspects. The product provides a safe and secure environment to read data from MDF file without SQL server. It is the best ever free product to explore objects from primary database file of the server.
William Rusk
Chicago
I was in an urgent need to view MDF file for some analysis work. Unfortunately, during this time period I was at my home and hence, not having SQL server available in my machine. At this stage, this MDF file explorer helped me a lot. I was flawlessly able to open file and hence, accomplish my task. I cannot imagine that if this freeware would not be there then, what would have happened. Seriously, Thanks a lot guys!.
Kari Kennedy
Tennessee
