Can we delete tempdb MDF?

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All tempdb files are re-created during startup. However, they are empty and can be removed. To remove additional files in tempdb, use the ALTER DATABASE command by using the REMOVE FILE option. Use the DBCC SHRINKDATABASE command to shrink the tempdb database.

Can you delete tempdb MDF?

In the end, yes, it was safe for me to delete this file. SHRINKFILE wasn't working consistently (don't know why, probably something basic), and deleting the file worked perfectly. Kind of a voodoo move, yes, but the file was automatically recreated and no problems occurred.

Can I delete MDF files?

Manually delete mdf and ldf files. Right click on database in SSMS and click 'Delete'.

What is tempdb MDF used for?

TempDB is used by the server for operations such as storing temporary and work tables, ordering records, storing records' versions, etc'. If the TempDB is growing, then the server needs more space in it.

How do I shrink tempdb MDF file in SQL Server?

Shrinking tempdb without restarting SQL Server1First off, the easy way out. It's worth mentioning. ... 2DBCC DROPCLEANBUFFERS. Clears the clean buffers. ... 3DBCC FREEPROCCACHE. ... 4DBCC FREESYSTEMCACHE. ... 5DBCC FREESESSIONCACHE. ... 6.. and finally, DBCC SHRINKFILE. ... 7A word about shrinking database files.Shrinking tempdb without restarting SQL Server | sqlsunday.com

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