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AskSQLTeam
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 Posted - 2002-06-05 : 09:38:35
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| Paul writes "I am new to sql server environment, I have several databases in 6.5 and would like to upgrade to 2000, currently it is in Compaq with dual 200 MHZ with a RAM of 512, NT4.0 with Sp6a.Is this server OK if not what do I need .Thanks" |
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JamesH
Posting Yak Master
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Posted - 2002-06-05 : 10:22:27
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| It depends on what you're using the data for, how much there is, what are the budgetary concerns, etc... If it were me and the databases are going to be around for a few more years, then I would definately upgrade the server to be ready for the next 3-5 years. You didn't mention the O/S but I would also move to Windows 2000 Server(SP2) as well. JamesH. |
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setbasedisthetruepath
Used SQL Salesman
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Posted - 2002-06-05 : 10:56:47
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I dunno ... a dual 200 MHz machine? Quite a smoking box, I don't see the need to upgrade for years  And, as I constantly complain, tell us what the disk subsystem is, it matters much more than the cpu.setBasedIsTheTruepath<O>Edited by - setbasedisthetruepath on 06/05/2002 10:57:50 |
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upgrading from 6.5 to 2000