thats my problem I can't use telnet :(

SSH? If not might be time to look for a full-feature host.

can i get step by step directions
on how to do this thru Telnet???

The problem is that host servers alway put time/size limits while importing your db through phpMyAdmin. If you knew Telnet I could tell you the syntax line to use. In this case just paste and submit a piece (everything include between two ##### lines) of your SQL at once and go on this way until the end of your db backup file.
Enjoy. :)

Im pretty much screwed in trying to move my database.
I use Verio as a host and they dont allow telnet access. Also there are ridiculous restrictions on usage when using MyAdmin. I havent been able to get even 1/10th of my database using the dump feature.

They told me to download one table at a time, but my posts table still cancels before it is done. Major pain in the butt.

Anyone have any ideas? I REALLY have to move my vB. Ive been surpassing Verio's ridiculously low bandwidth allocations every month for the last 3 months.

P.S. Dont host vB with Verio!!!!!!