Export and Import SharePoint Content

Step by Step:
Export / Import SharePoint Content

 

Objectives:		This document describes how to export and import SharePoint Content from one Site / Site collection to another.
Limitations:		See end of document
Prerequisites		RDP Session on SharePoint Server with administrative Rights Create Shared Folder for Network Access (e.g. \\MOSS\Backup )
Estimated Timeto complete actions		Export: ~2 minutes -  depending on content amount Import: ~5 minutes - depending on content amount

 

Tasks	Detailed Steps
Export Content	Open Central Administration via Start Menu: Click on "Backup and Restore"  Click on "Export a site or list" in the section "Granular Backup" By clicking on the small arrow you can choose the right Site or List to export Ensure to specify the right export path and choose appropriate Option for "Export versions". Then click on "Start Export" Check your network folder for the generated file and log. Keep in mind: The more content you export, the longer it lasts to generatethe export file.   Repeat the Export procedure for additional lists or sites.
Import content	Open SharePoint Management Shell via Start Menu Type "Import-SPWeb " followed by two parameter values - Destination address (URL to site) - Source path (local or UNC Path) Full command e.g.: "Import-SPWeb https://moss/sites/demo2  -Path c:\folder\myPackage.cmp"    Attention: Don't specify the destination path deeper than the site level! In case of an error you get a red text: In case of success you get a white text Additionally you can check the generated log file as shown in your Shell window.    Repeat the Import procedure for additional lists or sites.
Additional information	Be aware of the following information: Don't mix export and import language - be sure that both sites use the same language! Be sure you have activated the required site features before import! Don't mix site templates in case of exporting & importing a whole site!(the destination site must have the same template as your source)