Introduction There can be certain scenarios when one needs to connect to an SQL Server Instance in a Single User Mode by using the Startup Option -m. For example, the need could be to recover a damaged system database...
Ashish MehtaFix Cannot open user default database. Login failed. Login failed for user SQL Server Error
Introduction In this article we will take a look at the steps which you need to follow when you receive “Cannot open user default database. Login failed. Login failed for user ‘UserName’. (Microsoft SQL Server, Error:...
Troubleshooting SQL Server blocked access to procedure sp_send_dbmail
Troubleshooting SQL Server blocked access to procedure ‘dbo.sp_send_dbmail’ of component ‘Database Mail XPs’ because this component is turned off as part of the security configuration for this...
Chetna BhallaHow to Move TempDB to New Drive in SQL Server
There are times when as a DBA you find the need to move TempDB Data and Log Files to a new Drive. This article explains all the steps you need to follow to move TempDB files.
SQL Server FULL Recovery Model Step by Step Tutorial with Examples
Tutorials: SQL Server Database Backup Options > Next Topic: BULK-LOGGED Recovery Model Page 4 / 16 Introduction In Full Recovery Model Point in Time recovery of the database is possible as long as you have all the...
SQL Server: How to Find which user deleted the database in SQL Server
Introduction In this article we will take a look at the steps which you can follow to quickly identify the user who deleted the user database in SQL Server. There are two different methods by which one can easily find...
How to Repair Suspect Database in SQL Server | DBCC CHECKDB REPAIR_ALLOW_DATA_LOSS | Repair Suspect Database
Introduction There can be a possibility that when you connect to an SQL Server Instance you will find the database being marked as SUSPECT. During such scenarios, you will not be able to connect to the database. In this...
SQL Server Best Practice Auto Close Database Option Should Remain OFF
Introduction In this article, we will take a look at why it is essential to leave AUTO CLOSE database option turned OFF for a Production or a Non-Production SQL Server Database across all versions and editions of SQL...
How to Enable and Refresh IntelliSense in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
Introduction In SQL Server 2008, Microsoft had introduced IntelliSense feature in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). As a Developer or as a DBA you may face issues with IntelliSense feature not to be working or not...
How to Fix Cannot execute script. Insufficient memory to continue the execution of the program (mscorlib) error in SQL Server
Introduction Database Administrators often need to get involved in code deployments wherein they release new code from one environment to another. As a best practice it is highly recommended to note down issues faced...
2 Signs you need to migrate to SharePoint 2016 and how to nail the upgrade
Reasons to Migrate to SharePoint 2016? Debates on migrating SharePoint solutions to its 2016 version started even before the version was officially released. All the stir is basically about the assertive promotion of...
Drop Database in SQL Server by Killing Existing Connections
Introduction Let’s learn how to Drop Database in SQL Server when the users are connected to the SQL Server Database. You may find the need to close all the existing database connections in a database before...
AdminDifferent Ways to Find Default Trace Location in SQL Server
How to Find SQL Server Default Trace Location Starting SQL Server 2005, Microsoft introduced a light weight trace which is always running by default on every SQL Server Instance. The trace will give very valuable...
SQL Server Database Backup Tutorial with Examples
Introduction It is very critical for any organization to protect its data within the database. Hence it is must for an organization to perform database backups at regular intervals. In this tutorial, you will learn...
How to Export records from SQL Server to Text File using BCP Command
Introduction Is there a quick way to export records from SQL Server to text file? In this tip we will take a look at an example to export records from SQL Server to text file using BCP. In this tip we will learn how to...
How to Enable & Disable XP_CMDSHELL using SP_CONFIGURE in SQL Server
Introduction In this tip we will take a look at the step to follow to enable or disable XP_CMDSHELL using SP_CONFIGURE system stored procedure. In order to use XP_CMDSHELL you need to be a system administrator. Read the...
SQL Server SIMPLE Recovery Model Step by Step Tutorial with Examples
Introduction SIMPLE recovery model as the name suggests it is the most basic recovery model which is available in SQL Server. In this recovery model every transaction is written to the transactional log file and once...
Convert Seconds to Minutes, Hours and Days in SQL Server
Introduction The TSQL script mentioned in this article can be used to Convert Seconds to Minutes, Hours and Days in SQL Server. /* Example: Where Time Is Given In Seconds Output: In “Day(s) : Hour(s) : Minute(s) :...
Identify Deadlocks in SQL Server Using Trace Flag 1222 and 1204
Introduction This article outlines the steps which one can follow to enable Trace Flag 1222 on SQL Server to capture deadlock information. You can also use Trace Flag 1204 in conjunction with Trace Flag 1222. Difference...
How to Verify and Register SPN for SQL Server Authentication with Kerberos Connections
Introduction This article explains how to verify and register Service Principal Names (SPN) for SQL Server Authentication with Kerberos Connections. Kerberos Authentication is a widely accepted network authentication...
Download SQL Server 2016 Developer Edition for Free
Introduction Microsoft announced the release of the Release to Manufacturing (RTM) version of SQL Server 2016 on June 1, 2016. The good news is that you can download SQL Server 2016 Developer Edition for Free. Different...
