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Easiest way to migrate WSUS to a new server

I need the easiest way to move the WSUS database and settings to a new server. We are getting new hardware.

I tried doing this:

http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ee822824(v=ws.10).aspx

What happens it is it tells me I need to download the "server migration tool" I cant download the powershell because the validation tool tells me its out of date and cant validate my Windows OS.

It also tells me to download "sql server management studio". I download it and run it then it tells me I need to get MS installer 4.5. So I go and download it then it gives me an error that "The updatebr.inf file is invalid".

I just need to get my updates and settings to the new server. Thanks for any help you can give.
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Haresh Nikumbh
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none of the Migration method will help you if you do not correct host server

install this hotfix for MSI error

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/958655
you can also refer below link for migration

Move WSUS Database to Another Server

http://itechhawk.wordpress.com/2012/10/10/move-wsus-database-to-another-server/
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Sorry im new to WSUS. How do I "Attach SUSDB database on new SQL server"? I dont see SQL server installed on my 2008 server box. I know WSUS uses a free version of SQL but I cant find it to attach. I transferred to SUSDB file to the new server, I just need WSUS to use it now. Thanks
so first you need to install SQL server on the new server. along with SQL management console

Microsoft® SQL Server® 2008 Express  ( free to use)

http://www.microsoft.com/en-in/download/details.aspx?id=1695

Microsoft® SQL Server® 2008 Management Studio Express

http://www.microsoft.com/en-in/download/details.aspx?id=7593
takecoffee,
  Okay thanks. I believe both of them are installed now.
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