Files Property
The Files property specifies one or more operating system files used as a database backup target or restore source.
Applies To
| Backup Object | Restore Object |
Syntax
object.Files [= value]
Part
object
Expression that evaluates to an object in the Applies To list
value
SQL-DMO multistring that identifies one or more operating system files by name
Data Type
String
Modifiable
Read/write
Prototype (C/C++)
HRESULT GetFiles(SQLDMO_LPBSTR pRetVal);
HRESULT SetFiles(SQLDMO_LPCSTR NewValue);
Note SQL-DMO strings are always returned as OLE BSTR objects. A C/C++ application obtains a reference to the string. The application must release the reference using SysFreeString.
Remarks
The backup medium for a backup or restore operation is specified using either the Devices, Files, Pipes, or Tapes properties. Only one medium type can be specified for any backup or restore operation, but multiple media may be specified.
Set the Files property to specify one or more operating system files as the backup medium. Specify more than a single operation system file to stripe the backup operation or to restore from a striped backup set. For more information, see Using Multiple Media or Devices.