Is it possible to open Firebird database file without installing db server?

Question

I'd like to inspect an existing Firebird (2.5.1) database without having to install a server.

Are there any tools out there that allow an inspection of the database file?

If not: Are there any tools I can run on the system where the database server is actually running to take a look at it?

"Are there any tools I can run on the system". Yes, they are called "SQL clients". — user330315
– user330315, Commented Oct 15, 2014 at 10:14

fhw72 · Accepted Answer · 2016-11-15 07:45:54Z

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Though it's been a while since I posted this question I'd like to give an answer:

I'm now using "Database .NET" from this website:

It works reliably and rock solid (especially when used with large databases).

answered Nov 15, 2016 at 7:45

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I needed to install Superserver (as @jonneve says) but after that I was able to open the file with Database .NET

IBExpertise · Accepted Answer · 2014-10-15 11:02:45Z

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IBExpert's Database Inside allows you to analyse a Firebird database file directly, without a server. Full description here: http://ibexpert.net/ibe/index.php?n=Doc.DatabaseInside

answered Oct 15, 2014 at 11:02

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jonneve · Accepted Answer · 2014-10-15 11:50:51Z

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Yes, you can use the embedded server. Full explanations here : http://www.firebirdsql.org/manual/ufb-cs-embedded.html

answered Oct 15, 2014 at 11:50

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I used the embedded server and actually accessed the database with the program IBQ to inspect and change data.