sp_helpdevice

  • Can anyone tell me why the system database files are returned along with all backup devices when I run sp_helpdevice? I am expecting to see the backup devices that I created but was a bit confused by the system database files.

    Thanks

     

  • See sp_helpdevice entry in BOL for explanation. When I need info on backup devices I query directly sysdevices system table for records with status 16. It's not recommended but works for me.

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