Creating a Performance Baseline in SQL Server
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What are some basic subsystems worth capturing at the operating system level for a better overview of the system's performance?

  • Printer, Scanner, Keyboard
  • Keyboard, Monitor, Printer
  • CPU, Memory, Disk (correct)
  • Monitor, Mouse, Modem
  • Which tool can be useful for log correlation by loading the performance data to other tools like SQL Server Profiler or PAL tool?

  • File Explorer
  • Task Manager
  • Performance Monitor (correct)
  • Device Manager
  • What is one of the possible suggestions for a list of counters provided in the text?

  • Jake Johnson's list
  • Jane Smith's list
  • Jimmy May's list (correct)
  • John Doe's list
  • Which SQL Server counter helps monitor buffer cache hit ratio?

    <p>SQL Server: Buffer manager—cache hit ratio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it recommended not to choose too many counters for data collection in Performance Monitor?

    <p>To avoid overwhelming data collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered an essential part in reading the performance baseline over time?

    <p>Understanding the system's behavior over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of creating a performance baseline for SQL Server?

    <p>To proactively tune the system when a weak spot is identified</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to have multiple baselines for a SQL Server?

    <p>To capture varying workload patterns and performance metrics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool can be used to collect hardware-related performance counters for SQL Server?

    <p>Windows Performance Monitor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one benefit of capturing information during business hours for a performance baseline?

    <p>It provides a benchmark for system performance during high usage times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should you plan to upgrade your server according to the text?

    <p>When you observe how the load was increasing over time from baselines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of SQL Server Catalog Views in capturing performance information?

    <p>They allow capturing historical performance data</p> Signup and view all the answers

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