Enterprise Databases

To establish a database server, you will need to purchase an appropriate license package from Oracle or Microsoft. The license, as well the IT maintenance and support needed to establish the database server, is separate from the license agreement for ReliaSoft software 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). With the free editions, you can establish a functioning enterprise database on your own without making a large investment of time and resources. If your organization's needs grow beyond the capabilities of the Express edition, you can then upgrade to a more robust version with the appropriate IT infrastructure and support.

Tip: Although we cannot provide full documentation and support for third-party database platforms, we do provide a limited number of resources as a convenience for users who wish to explore the possibilities of an enterprise database implementation. For resources on SQL Server (including instructions for configuring the Express edition), see https://www.reliasoft.com/using-sql-enterprise-databases. For resources on Oracle, see https://www.reliasoft.com/using-oracle-enterprise-databases.

The following topics will be of interest to database administrators:

• Creating a New Enterprise Database
• SQL Server Logins or Impersonation
• Upgrading an Enterprise Database from a Previous Version
• ReliaSoft Admin Tool

The following topics will be of interest to all enterprise database users:

• Creating an Enterprise Database Connection File (*.rserp)
• Monitoring Connection Speed