This looks like a flash server. I am not sure if we will have enough
Mysql use to justify this. Does anyone have an idea for what kind of use
(amount of db etc) that I would use this kind of server?
Guy
-----Original Message-----
From: Gabriel Ricard [mailto:glists@stripped]
Sent: Tuesday, 9 December 2003 7:32 a.m.
To: Defryn, Guy
Cc: mysql@stripped
Subject: Re: Specs for a dedicated MySQL server
There's actually a MySQL Database Appliance out there. Have you looked
at that yet?
http://pogolinux.com/mysql/index.html
You could run MySQL on any number of different machines. Intel, Athlon,
PowerPC, etc. Linux, FreeBSD, Windows, Mac OS X.
- Gabriel
On Dec 7, 2003, at 4:41 PM, Defryn, Guy wrote:
> Hi there,
>
>
>
> I have been asked to investigate a solution to offer MySQL to our
> staff.
> I am not sure how many people will make use of it at this stage.
> Most people would most likely use it as a backend for message boards
>
> And to store information on whatever they are doing. I am sure it will
> be for web purposes only.
>
> I cannot see the need for transactions etc.
>
>
>
> My employer usually goes for HP DL380 G3 servers. Any tips on
> redundancy, backup etc?
>
> Also, Is there anyone who uses Windows on a Mysql production server? I
> want to use FreeBSD or Linux but that might not be up to me.
>
> What License do I need? Basically we are an ISP for our departments
>
>
>
> Cheers
>
>
>
> GUY
>
