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How import data from the active SQL DATABASE?
hello,
We have two SQL database, primary and mirror, using BI Desktop i import data from the active database, but when the primary databse is down the second(mirror) becomes the principal. My question is how to automatically switch active SQL database connexion ?
THANKS IN ADVANCE
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The SQL connector has a failover option:
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-query/connectors/sqlserver
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBKVGWpvH6s (video for Azure SQL)
Hi Aghiles89 ,
Please consider parameterized data sources and switch parameters manually when needed.
For more detailed steps, please refer to this Blog.
Power BI Desktop Query Parameters
Best Regards,
Gao
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hi,
Is there an option to aviod manuel switching between database ?
cordially
