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A P P E N D I X C Using sybsystemprocs

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Introduction	137

Increasing the size of the sybsystemprocs database	138

Increasing device and database capacity for system procedures	139

Introduction

Note sysprocsdev is the default system name for this device. However, it is frequently referred to as the sybsystemprocs device, as in the Adaptive Server attribute window, since it stores the sybsystemprocs database.

Verify that the sybsystemprocs database is large enough. For an upgrade, the recommended minimum size for sybsystemprocs is the larger of 120MB, or enough free space to accommodate the existing sybsystemprocs database, and the largest catalog that is to be upgraded, plus an additional 10 percent of the largest catalog’s size. The additional 10 percent is for logging upgrade changes.

You may need more space if you are adding user-defined stored procedures. 120MBs accommodate additional internal data structures, but does not account for the possibility of a large number of user-defined system procedures.

If your sybsystemprocs database does not meet these requirements and you have enough room on the device to expand the database to the

required size, use thecommand to increase the database size.

Use sp_helpdb to determine the size of the sybsystemprocs database:

1> sp_helpdb sybsystemprocs 2> go

Installation Guide

137 15.0.2 specifications

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In conclusion, Sybase 15.0.2 is a feature-rich RDBMS that combines performance, scalability, security, and flexibility. Its advanced capabilities not only enhance data management for organizations but also provide a solid foundation for developers seeking to create efficient and secure applications. The improvements in this version make it a compelling choice for enterprises looking to optimize their database operations in an increasingly data-driven world.

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