Backup testing issue

hi experts
i have backup of PRD server in a tape. now i want to test it on QAS .whether the backup is working r not.
kindly guide me. if posible provide the steps.

Dear,
Refer SAP Note : 151603 u2013 Copying an SQL Server database.
Restore Database files ( datafile + log file) into there respective folder.
Follow Attach method and change SID names.
Regards,
Nikunj Thaker.

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