Configuration Values

The Configuration Values report provides a detailed list of SQL Server configuration settings. These settings control various aspects of SQL Server’s behavior, including performance optimization, security, auditing, and resource allocation.

Report Columns:

  • Name – The name of the configuration setting.
  • Value – The current configured value for the setting.
  • In Use – Indicates the value that is currently active and being used by SQL Server. This may differ from the configured value if a restart is required for changes to take effect.
  • Min/Max – Displays the minimum and maximum allowable values for the setting.
  • Dynamic – Indicates whether the setting can be changed without restarting SQL Server.
  • Advanced – Specifies whether the setting is classified as an advanced configuration option. Advanced settings typically require careful adjustments and may impact system stability.

Understanding the Report:

  • Performance Settings – Includes options like max degree of parallelism, which controls CPU core usage for queries.
  • Security and Auditing – Displays settings such as c2 audit mode and Ad Hoc Distributed Queries, which affect logging and external query execution.
  • Backup and Recovery – Includes settings like backup checksum default, which enhances data integrity during backups.
  • Cache and Memory Management – Settings such as access check cache bucket count impact caching and performance tuning.

Recommended Actions:

  • Review configuration settings regularly to ensure they align with best practices and workload requirements.
  • For dynamic settings, consider testing changes in a development environment before applying them to production.
  • Use caution when modifying advanced settings, as improper changes can impact performance or security.
  • If changes are made, verify whether a server restart is required for them to take effect.

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