My database is corrupted. How do I repair it?

My database is corrupted. How do I repair it?

When you are unable to start the cwServer service, there is a chance that your database is corrupted. In order to start the cwServer service again, you will need to repair your existing database.

Launch the CurrentWare Server Manager from the following location:

C:\Program Files (x86)\CurrentWare\cwServer\CWSM.exe

Go to Database > Repair and click on the Repair button to perform the database repair.


If you are still unable to repair your CurrentWare database, contact our support team in the live chat and we’ll contact you as soon as possible.


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