This course shows users how to prepare for the hardware needs of a SQL Server 7.0 installation.
Objectives:
Plan the physical placement of files, including data files and log files
Plan the use of filegroups
Plan for growth over time
Plan the physical hardware system
Assess the server's communication requirements
Choose the appropriate backup and restore strategies
Assess whether to use a standby server
Assess whether to use clustering
Topics:
Data File Placement and Space
Capacity Planning
Communication and Backup Strategies
Data Availability
Technical Requirements:
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Adobe Flash Player 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
