title: How to copy a MSDE database to SQL Server 2008 Express?
body: <p>We have a client environment that has MSDE. We're looking to install SQL Server 2008 Express on the clients but must retain MSDE for other applications.</p>
  
  <p>Assuming both MSDE and SQL Server 2008 Express exist on a single machine what options are available to copy a database from MSDE to SQL Server 2008?</p>
  
  <p>Suppose that MSDE may or may not be upgrade to SP4.</p>
  
  <p>Once moved the database can be removed from MSDE. It's a one-time move.</p>
  
  <p>Thanks!</p>