CHAPTER 3 Post-Installation Tasks

The System Administrator should log in to the new Adaptive Server as “sa” and set a password using sp_password:

%SYBASE%\%SYBASE_OCS%\bin\isql -Usa -P -Sserver-name1> sp_password null, new_password

2> go

where “null” is the default password and new_password is the password that you are assigning to the “sa” account.

If Job Scheduler was configured to use the sa account an additional step is necessary whenever the sa password is changed. Once the sa password has been changed the following command will need to be executed:

1> sp_addexternlogin loopback, sa, sa, new_password 2> go

For greatest security, Sybase recommends that you set the password to have at least six characters, with a combination of letters and numbers.

The SAMreport

SAMreport is a SySAM 2.0 license reporting tool used in conjunction with the SySAM2.0 license server. It is a report generator that reports the license use of FLEXnet-licensed applications. SAMreport reports license use based on license activity recorded in the FLEXnet report logs, and on selected criteria that include product and feature name, user, date and time, and display or host.

The reports provided by SAMreport belong to three report families:

Summary reports – summarize usage information about each feature used from the license server.

Raw reports – show individual usage detail in textual format.

Server reports – provide details about a given license server.

For more information on SAMreport, see Chapter 5, “Using SySAM for Asset

Management” in the Sybase Software Asset Management User’s Guide.

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15.0.2 specifications

Sybase 15.0.2, a product of the Sybase corporation (now SAP), is a relational database management system (RDBMS) that provides robust solutions for data management, security, and performance. This version builds upon its predecessors, offering improved features and enhancements that cater to both enterprises and developers.

One of the standout features of Sybase 15.0.2 is its advanced performance capabilities. The version introduces optimization enhancements such as the Query Optimizer, which is designed to ensure efficient execution of complex queries. This optimizer analyzes SQL statements and tables to choose the most efficient means of retrieval, thus reducing execution time and improving the overall performance of the database.

Sybase 15.0.2 supports improved scalability, allowing organizations to handle increased workloads without significant changes to their infrastructure. This scalability is crucial for businesses experiencing growth, as it ensures that performance remains consistent and reliable.

Another notable characteristic is the robust security architecture integrated within Sybase 15.0.2. The system includes features like data encryption, user authentication, and authorization mechanisms, making it suitable for environments that handle sensitive information. Database administrators can implement fine-grained access controls to manage user permissions effectively.

Moreover, Sybase 15.0.2 boasts support for a wide range of programming languages and frameworks. This versatility allows developers to build applications using their preferred tools, promoting productivity and ease of integration into existing systems. The database management system also supports various platforms, including Windows and UNIX, enabling diverse deployments across different environments.

In addition to these technological enhancements, Sybase 15.0.2 emphasizes data integrity through its robust transaction management system. It implements the ACID properties (Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, Durability) to ensure that all database transactions are processed reliably, thereby maintaining the integrity of data even in high-transaction scenarios.

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.