Use the following general steps to set up and configure a PowerVault ME5 system for SQL Server:
- Capture the storage I/O performance characteristics and capacity requirements of your SQL Server workload.
- Review the remaining sections of this document and apply the best practices that are applicable to your workload and environment. Because SQL Server workloads can vary, not all recommendations may apply.
- Follow the deployment instructions for setting up a PowerVault ME5 system found in the PowerVault ME5 Deployment Guide on Dell.com/support.
- Configure the PowerVault ME5 system using the PowerVault ME5 Administrator’s Guide, applying best practices for Microsoft Windows and SQL Server as recommended by Dell Technologies.