INF: Recommended File System Setup for SQL Server

Last reviewed: April 25, 1997
Article ID: Q67059

The information in this article applies to:

  - Microsoft SQL Server version 4.2 for OS/2

In general, for optimal SQL Server performance, a dedicated server machine should be used; in addition, the FAT file system is recommended. The basic strategy is to conserve all memory for other services (such as the network) by setting their parameters to the minimum that can be achieved without running out of resources. SQL Server performance can go up dramatically; therefore, adding more physical memory or reducing memory needs of other non-SQL Server processes can improve performance.

For more information, consult the SQL Server installation manual specific to the version you are running. The version 4.2 manual has separate sections with information on running on a LAN Manager-based network, Novell, or Banyan.

Additional query words:
Keywords : kbsetup SSrvInst SSrvServer
Version : 4.2
Platform : OS/2

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Last reviewed: April 25, 1997
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