How do I get started with DPA?
Welcome to the Database Performance Analyzer (DPA) Getting Started Guide.
To learn about performance monitoring with DPA, SolarWinds recommends that you complete the following tasks:
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Install DPA and create the database repository. See the DPA Installation and Upgrade Guide for system requirements, planning checklists, and installation or upgrade instructions. |
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Register the database instances you want to monitor. |
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Investigate performance issues.
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Set up alerts to monitor database performance. |
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Create reports to track the effects of your tuning efforts and share your progress with others. |
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After evaluating DPA, activate a license for each instance you want to monitor. |
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Integrate DPA with the SolarWinds Platform |
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After you become familiar with DPA basics, learn about other DPA features |
When you have finished this guide, see Beyond Getting Started with DPA for information about other DPA functionality.
Existing customers: Access your licensed software from the SolarWinds Customer Portal. If you need any implementation help, contact our Support Reps.
Evaluators: Download your free 14-day evaluation from www.solarwinds.com. If you need assistance with your evaluation, contact sales@solarwinds.com.