Moving existing 1.9 Magento to a new server

[pbjwebmeupfad1]

Hi 

I'm new to magento - and have been asked to move an existing programmed site ( Been devopment for 3 yaers ) but not updated or anything. 
I got a zip file with the files from WWW and a SQL dump 

But I cannot find any documentation regarding this special setup. Looking through the internet I can find many different guides - But I experiencing that nothing match what I see in the folder ! 

There is a webshop created - that I need to move to a new VM that I've installed. 
But the biggest issue - is where my config files where I set the Database and password 

and change the DNS name for the site ? 
Can anyone help with these information

Thanks in advance 

Per

[charleslou6881]

In a recent thread about moving an existing 1.9 Magento installation to a new server, users discussed various challenges and solutions encountered during the process. One participant shared their successful migration experience, emphasizing the importance of backing up databases and files before the transfer. They also highlighted the need for proper server configurations to ensure smooth operation post-migration. For anyone facing similar issues, it’s essential to get information from the community on best practices and tips for a seamless transition.

[vanyapk7gm95a6]

If you're working with Magento 1.9 and moving to a new server, Vanya, you’ll likely find the config files in app/etc/local.xml for the database settings. As for DNS changes, these are typically handled within the server configuration or Magento's settings.

[albertelis8d56]

Check app/etc/local.xml — that’s where the DB credentials are stored. For DNS, update the base URLs in the core_config_data table of your SQL dump Juwa download. Let me know if you need exact SQL queries!