12 Questions
What are some basic subsystems worth capturing at the operating system level for a better overview of the system's performance?
CPU, Memory, Disk
Which tool can be useful for log correlation by loading the performance data to other tools like SQL Server Profiler or PAL tool?
Performance Monitor
What is one of the possible suggestions for a list of counters provided in the text?
Jimmy May's list
Which SQL Server counter helps monitor buffer cache hit ratio?
SQL Server: Buffer manager—cache hit ratio
Why is it recommended not to choose too many counters for data collection in Performance Monitor?
To avoid overwhelming data collection
What is considered an essential part in reading the performance baseline over time?
Understanding the system's behavior over time
What is the main purpose of creating a performance baseline for SQL Server?
To proactively tune the system when a weak spot is identified
Why is it important to have multiple baselines for a SQL Server?
To capture varying workload patterns and performance metrics
Which tool can be used to collect hardware-related performance counters for SQL Server?
Windows Performance Monitor
What is one benefit of capturing information during business hours for a performance baseline?
It provides a benchmark for system performance during high usage times
When should you plan to upgrade your server according to the text?
When you observe how the load was increasing over time from baselines
What is the significance of SQL Server Catalog Views in capturing performance information?
They allow capturing historical performance data
Learn about the importance of creating a performance baseline in SQL Server to understand the normal state of your server and environment. Discover how baselines can help with troubleshooting, proactive tuning, and server upgrades.
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