SQL Server FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Microsoft SQL Server and why choose Lenovo infrastructure for it?

Microsoft SQL Server is a high-performance relational database engine used for mission-critical workloads including online transaction processing (OLTP), data warehousing, analytics and hybrid cloud scenarios. Lenovo’s infrastructure solutions—such as Lenovo ThinkSystem servers and Lenovo ThinkAgile platforms—are pre-tested and optimised specifically for SQL Server to deliver greater performance, reliability and faster time to value. Lenovo Data Storage Central+1

2. What Lenovo solutions are available for SQL Server deployments?

Lenovo offers a range of validated designs for SQL Server including:

  • Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650 V3 or SR665 V3 servers tuned for SQL Server 2022. Lenovo Press+1
  • Lenovo ThinkAgile MX650 V3 hyper-converged infrastructure for SQL Server in clustered or hybrid cloud environments. Lenovo Press+1
  • Lenovo storage arrays and configurations optimised for database workloads enabling block, file and NVMe configurations. Lenovo Press

3. What performance benefits does Lenovo provide for SQL Server environments?

Lenovo’s infrastructure for SQL Server includes high-core-count processors, DDR5 memory, NVMe storage and PCIe 5.0 support—all designed to accelerate queries and data pipeline workloads. For example, Lenovo solutions for SQL Server 2022 on the SR650 V3 are optimised for both OLTP and data-warehouse workloads with significant performance gains. Lenovo Press+1

4. How does Lenovo support high availability, resilience and hybrid-cloud for SQL Server?

Lenovo provides reference architectures for SQL Server using Microsoft Azure Local / hybrid cloud models with ThinkAgile MX series, enabling high-availability clusters, storage resilience and hybrid cloud integration. Lenovo Press+1

Lenovo’s validated designs support rapid deployment, simplified management and improved uptime for business-critical databases.

5. What should organisations consider when deploying SQL Server on Lenovo infrastructure?

When deploying SQL Server on Lenovo infrastructure, organisations should consider:

  • Workload type: OLTP vs data-warehouse vs mixed.
  • Scale and growth: Choose Lenovo solutions that scale in compute, memory and storage.
  • Storage architecture: NVMe, SSD, storage-defined tiers, and Lenovo storage arrays optimised for SQL.
  • Resilience & backup: Ensure recovery time (RTO) and recovery point (RPO) objectives are met. Lenovo offers validated configurations for SQL Server backups and restores
  • Hybrid/cloud readiness: Leverage Lenovo’s hybrid models to support cloud-ready SQL Server deployments.

6. How can Lenovo help reduce costs and speed time-to-value for SQL Server environments?

With Lenovo’s pre-tested validated configurations for SQL Server (including compute, memory, storage and networking), organisations reduce design and testing time, accelerate deployment and avoid over-provisioning. Lenovo Press

This optimised setup helps achieve better cost-efficiency and faster returns from database infrastructure.

7. How does Lenovo support smaller organisations or edge-use cases for SQL Server?

Lenovo caters to smaller or edge-scenarios via compact, high-density solutions: for example, ThinkAgile MX455 V3 for edge SQL deployments and Azure Local hybrid models. Lenovo Press

Such platforms provide enterprise-grade capability in smaller footprint environments, enabling remote branch or edge offices to run SQL workloads effectively.

8. What best practices does Lenovo recommend for SQL Server on its platforms?

Lenovo recommends the following best practices for SQL Server deployments on its platforms:

  • Use validated hardware configurations (Lenovo ThinkSystem/ThinkAgile) tuned for SQL Server. Lenovo Press
  • Use high-performance storage (NVMe, SSD) and configure TempDB, log, and data files optimally. Lenovo Press
  • Use Lenovo management tools (e.g., Lenovo XClarity) and integrate with Microsoft tooling for simplified operations.
  • Plan for hybrid/cloud architecture where appropriate, leveraging Lenovo’s reference designs for Azure Local.
  • Monitor and optimise workloads continuously to ensure SQL Server performance, scalability and availability.

9. How secure and future-ready is SQL Server on Lenovo infrastructure?

Lenovo’s infrastructure for SQL Server supports secure, enterprise-grade features including encryption, high-availability clusters, and hybrid-cloud extension. With support for SQL Server 2022 and future versions, Lenovo ensures organisations are ready for evolving data demands and emerging workloads. Lenovo Press

10. Why should businesses choose Lenovo for SQL Server deployments over other vendors?

Choosing Lenovo for SQL Server deployments offers:

  • Pre-validated, optimised configurations specifically tuned for SQL Server performance and scalability.
  • Reduced deployment time and simplified lifecycle management through Lenovo’s validated designs and services.
  • Flexible choice of compute, storage and deployment models—from on-premises to hybrid-cloud and edge.
  • Proven support and performance record for SQL Server workloads via Lenovo ThinkSystem and ThinkAgile solutions.