>Hi,
>
>How do I restore (override) the DB using SSMS where the backup .bak file is on the external drive?
>
>Here is what I have done. I opened the SSMS, right mouse click on the DB and select to Restore -> Database.
>The window Restore Database is open. The Source is [x] Database is checked and the name appears correctly.
>The destination also appears to be correct.
>But I cannot find where I specify the location of the .bak and the name of the .bak file?
>
>TIA

You should select Source: Device, press the button with [...] and then press ADD button.
But I doubt that any external device will be listed there.