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How It Works: Always OnWhen Is My Secondary Failover Ready?
Abstract from PSS SQL Server Engineers (Indexed 2013-04-22):
I keep running into the question: When will my secondary allow automatic failover? Based on the question I did some extended research and I will try to summarize in is blog post. I dont want to turn this post into a novel so I am going to take some l...(truncated)...
Creating a Windows Azure Virtual Machine - the RIGHT Way
Abstract from Carpe Datum (Indexed 2013-04-17):
Windows Azure has added Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), the ability to deploy, run and manage Virtual Machines, to its growing list of services. You can create Virtual Machines from a gallery, upload them from images you create locally on Hyper-V...(truncated)...
But what can I *do* with Windows Azure? Create (Free) Websites and Applications
Abstract from Carpe Datum (Indexed 2013-04-09):
f you want to know more about Windows Azure, how it works, the components, or more about the entire platform, I’ve written about that here: http://blogs.msdn.com/b/buckwoody/archiv...(truncated)... you just want to cut to the chase. Windows Azu...(truncated)...
SQLIOSim Checksum Validations
Abstract from PSS SQL Server Engineers (Indexed 2013-04-05):
I had a very specific question asked of me related to the SQLIOSIM.exe, checksum validation logic. It is pretty simple logic (on purpose) but effective so here are the basics. The key is that there are multiple memory locations used to hold the data...(truncated)...
SQL Reporting build a business using reports in the cloud
Abstract from SQL Server Reporting Services Team Blog (Indexed 2013-04-03):
See how one company uses RDL reports, Windows Azure SQL Reporting, SQL Database, and SQL Data Sync to generate new revenue streams from existing tools and expertise.Cloud SAM is a software asset management service created by the Atea group. The servi...(truncated)...
The Case of Anti-Virus filter drive interference with File Stream Restore
Abstract from PSS SQL Server Engineers (Indexed 2013-03-29):
"Denzil and I were working on this issue for a customer and Denzil has been gracious enough to write-up a blog for all of us." Bob DorrFrom Denzil:I recently worked with a customer on a Database restore issue where the database being restored had 2T...(truncated)...
But what can I *do* with Windows Azure? Backups
Abstract from Carpe Datum (Indexed 2013-03-26):
If you want to know more about Windows Azure, how it works, the components, or more about the entire platform, I’ve written about that here: http://blogs.msdn.com/b/buckwoody/archiv...(truncated)... you just want to cut to the chase. Windows Az...(truncated)...
PowerPivot Table Import Wizard cannot find provider
Abstract from PSS SQL Server Engineers (Indexed 2013-03-25):
The data source provider list in PowerPivot can often be a source of confusion for users since they equate the fact that a provider appears in the list as the provider being installed and available. Unfortunately, the list of providers is actually a ...(truncated)...
System Center Advisor is now free
Abstract from PSS SQL Server Engineers (Indexed 2013-03-20):
It has been well over a year when I wrote a series of blog posts about a product called System Center Advisor. You can read these posts at this link http://blogs.msdn.com/b/psssql/archive/t...(truncated)... When Advisor was first released, this clo...(truncated)...
SQL Server 2012 partitioned table statistics update behavior change when rebuilding index
Abstract from PSS SQL Server Engineers (Indexed 2013-03-19):
In this blog, I will talk about a couple of things related to statistics update when rebuilding index on a partitioned table. In past versions, when you rebuild an index, you will get statistics update equivalent to FULLSCAN for free. This is true...(truncated)...
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SQL Server DBA - BCM Global Technologies Consultants, Inc. - Denver, CO
(Indexed 2013-04-24):
has a need for a SQL Server DBA . Our client has a... SQL Server Store Procedures code design, development and tuning. * Troubleshooting and Optimizing SQL... From Indeed - 24 Apr 2013 14:12:20 GMT - View all Denver jobs
SQL Server Architect - TeamBradley - Kenosha, WI
(Indexed 2013-04-24):
and implementing SQL Server architecture, assisting in the architecture of the hosting solutions for SQL... areas - Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Windows or... From JobServe USA - 24 Apr 2013 14:04:17 GMT - View all Kenosha ...(truncated)...
SQL Server - Autosoft Inc - Beavercreek, OH
(Indexed 2013-04-24):
Inc (ASI) is seeking SQL Server Developers to join... of experience in development using Microsoft SQL Server (2008 or newer) Standard and Enterprise SSIS... From Dice - 24 Apr 2013 13:15:03 GMT - View all Beavercreek jobs
SQL Server DBA Expert - Systems Technology Group Inc. (STG) - Dearborn, MI
(Indexed 2013-04-24):
in the use of the components of SQL Server and troubleshooting of SQL Server issues The individual must be... us at wwwstgitcom SQL Server 2005, SQL Server 2008 From Dice - 24 Apr 2013 13:15:03 GMT - View all Dearborn jobs
SQL Server DBA - Korcomptenz Inc - Orlando, FL
(Indexed 2013-04-24):
of SQL Server 2000 2005 and SQL Server 20082008R2 versions Should have Experience in SQL Server High... gradation of SQL Server 2000 2005 to SQL Server 2008... From Dice - 24 Apr 2013 13:15:02 GMT - View all Orlando jobs
SQL Server Admin - Kforce - Louisville, KY
(Indexed 2013-04-24):
Our client is seeking a SQL Server Admin in Louisville, Kentucky (KY). Responsibilities: * Performance tuning, and best practices for SQL Server on virtualized... From Kforce - 24 Apr 2013 21:39:48 GMT - View all Louisville jo...(truncated)...
Senior SQL Server DBA & BI Architect - Prosper Marketplace - San Francisco, CA
(Indexed 2013-04-24):
a primary focus on MS SQL Server and experience with... SQL Server Log Shipping, Replication and Clustering. Experience with physical database design for SQL... From Prosper Marketplace - 24 Apr 2013 21:38:26 GMT - View all Sa...(truncated)...
SQL Server Database Analyst - Orion Systems Integrators, Inc. - San Francisco, CA
(Indexed 2013-04-24):
SQL Server Database Analyst develops and supports the Aclara Star AWMP (Automated Water Meter Program) network/infrastructure with its five Microsoft SQL Server... From Orion Systems Integrators, Inc. - 24 Apr 2013 21:36:27 GMT ...(truncated)...
PERM - SQL Server Database Analyst (req 1166) - Orion Systems Integrators, Inc. - San Francisco, CA
(Indexed 2013-04-24):
the SQL Server Database Analyst develops and supports network/infrastructure with its five Microsoft SQL... the facility for the SQL Server Production database... $99,000 - $124,000 a year From Orion Systems Integrators, Inc. - 24 Apr 201...(truncated)...
SQL Server Developer - Pyramid Consulting - Alpharetta, GA
(Indexed 2013-04-24):
Sql Server Developer Location : Alpharetta GA Duration : Long Term Job Description Microsoft SQL Server... Complex transaction SQL queries Work with... From Pyramid Consulting - 24 Apr 2013 21:34:30 GMT - View all Alpharetta j...(truncated)...