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kid_on_the_block
Posting Yak Master

172 Posts

Posted - 2005-07-01 : 11:52:26
Hi

How are Service packs & update patches applied to the SQL Server, I mean do we first give it a try on the test server , if its fine then apply it to the production server or ????

What if a person does not have a test server what is the best way to take of any problems that could arise out of it

Please advice

Thrasymachus
Constraint Violating Yak Guru

483 Posts

Posted - 2005-07-01 : 11:56:26
first, do not install sql server service pack 4. it is causing grief for a number of people.

second, if you do not have a test server, get one or turn your local PC into one.

Yes it is a good idea to test service packs and patches and read the release notes.

Sean Roussy

Please backup all of your databases including master, msdb and model on a regular basis. I am tired of telling people they are screwed. The job you save may be your own.

I am available for consulting work. Just email me though the forum.
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SamC
White Water Yakist

3467 Posts

Posted - 2005-07-01 : 13:33:02
What problems are there with SP4?
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Thrasymachus
Constraint Violating Yak Guru

483 Posts

Posted - 2005-07-01 : 13:44:16
read this

http://www.sqlnewsgroups.net/group/microsoft.public.sqlserver.server/topic1883.aspx

Sean Roussy

Please backup all of your databases including master, msdb and model on a regular basis. I am tired of telling people they are screwed. The job you save may be your own.

I am available for consulting work. Just email me though the forum.
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