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Working in Synthesis

Backups and Database Maintenance

Standard and Enterprise Databases

Synthesis-enabled applications offer the choice to store analysis data in a standard database (*.rsrp) or enterprise database (Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server).

Note: For each instance of the application running on your computer, you can open only one database at a time. If a database is currently open, it will be closed automatically when you create or open a different one.

Working with a database-driven, multi-user application may be a bit different from working with other types of software that you are familiar with (such as Microsoft Excel or earlier versions of Weibull++/ALTA). For example:

Note About Establishing a Database Server with Oracle or SQL Server

When using Oracle or SQL Server for data storage, most organizations will choose to establish a separate database server with the appropriate IT maintenance and support. It also is necessary to purchase the appropriate license package for the database platform. This is separate from the ReliaSoft license agreement and must be negotiated directly with Oracle or Microsoft.

As an alternative, you may choose to use the free versions of Oracle or SQL Server if the expected load for the database fits within the limited capabilities of the Express edition (as specified by Oracle/Microsoft). If you have a reasonably powerful computer and administrative rights to install and configure software, you can establish a functioning Enterprise database on your own. If your organization's needs grow beyond the capabilities of the Express edition, you can upgrade to a more robust version with the appropriate IT infrastructure and support.

Note: For power users and/or more robust performance, SQL Server Express or Oracle Express can be installed on the local computer, allowing the user to create enterprise repositories without the need for a database server.

Although it is important to note that ReliaSoft cannot provide full documentation and support for the third-party database platforms (Oracle and SQL Server) that provide back-end data storage for Synthesis-enabled applications, we do provide a limited number of resources as a convenience for users who wish to explore the possibilities of an enterprise database implementation without making a large investment of time and resources.

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