Microsoft SQL Server White Papers

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Deploying and Optimizing SQL Server for Virtual Machines
sponsored by SolarWinds, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: In this white paper, you will gain deeper insight into the four critical resource areas that impact database performance and reliability in a virtual machine.
Posted: 29 Aug 2013 | Published: 29 Aug 2013

SolarWinds, Inc.

Reduce CPU Usage with 'SMART' SQL
sponsored by BMC Software, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This paper discusses how and why to design SQL that will reduce the number of times calls are made to DB2. We'll look at how to write SMART applications rather than writing applications that act like generic I/O modules to DB2, properly tune SMART SQL, and how to exploit SQL and application features in DB2 on z/OS version 8 and 9.
Posted: 30 Nov 2009 | Published: 30 Nov 2009

BMC Software, Inc.

Optimizing Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Environments
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: Planning a migration or upgrade to SQL Server 2005, however, can be a challenging process. As organizations plan a SQL Server 2005 implementation, their first step should be to assess their current environment.
Posted: 15 Dec 2006 | Published: 01 Dec 2006

DellEMC and Intel®

Best Practices for Decision Support Systems with Microsoft SQL Server 2012 using Dell EqualLogic PS Series Storage Arrays
sponsored by Dell and VMware
WHITE PAPER: This white paper describes sizing and best practices for deploying a data warehouse in order to prevent bottlenecks and deliver a cost-effective solution.
Posted: 29 Aug 2013 | Published: 31 Jul 2013

Dell and VMware

Unlock the Power of Microsoft SQL Server 2014
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: This technical resource examines three key new features of SQL Server 2014 that deliver mission-critical performance, faster data insights, and migration of data to the cloud.
Posted: 03 Apr 2014 | Published: 03 Apr 2014

Global Knowledge

SQL Server 2008: What to Expect
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: Microsoft SQL Server 2008 has many great new features that will allow you to develop higher performing, more scalable next-generation applications using more than just relational data.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008

Global Knowledge

The Intelligent Choice for Business Intelligence
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: Learn how Dell has partnered with Microsoft to create three validated partner reference configurations for Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing. This white paper discusses BI and DW applications for SQL Server 2005.
Posted: 05 Dec 2007 | Published: 01 Dec 2007

DellEMC and Intel®

Guide to Consolidating SQL Server 2000 and SQL Server 2005 Databases to SQL Server 2008
sponsored by Dell and Microsoft SQL
WHITE PAPER: Read this paper for an informative guide to helping you consolidate your Microsoft® SQL Server® 2000 and SQL Server 2005 databases from multiple machines onto a single SQL Server 2008 server system.
Posted: 12 Jul 2010 | Published: 30 Oct 2008

Dell and Microsoft SQL

EMC Virtualizing Microsoft Applications Solution
sponsored by EMC Corporation
WHITE PAPER: EMC Global Services’ Virtualizing Microsoft Applications Solution with VMware virtualization technology enables you to optimize your existing infrastructure and reduces the need to invest in additional hardware.
Posted: 17 May 2012 | Published: 17 May 2012

EMC Corporation

Backup and Recovery for Microsoft SQL
sponsored by EMC Corporation
WHITE PAPER: This white paper maps out how EMC Data Domain deduplication storage systems preserves data integrity, meets stringent RTO/RPO objectives, and integrates easily into a multitude of active SQL or third-party backup environments.
Posted: 17 May 2012 | Published: 17 May 2012

EMC Corporation