xSQL Profiler version 1.6 now available for download

We have just released a new version of xSQL Profiler that adds the following features:

• ability to load the trace data directly to the central repository from a UNC path without having to go through the monitored servers temp db;
• the option to set different polling intervals for each trace on each target server;
• the option to configure server level traces reducing the number of traces that will need to be started on the monitored servers

xSQL Profiler allows you to configure and schedule SQL traces to run simultaneously on multiple servers and automatically collects all trace data into a central repository.

You can download the new version from: http://www.xsql.com/download/sql_server_profiler/

xSQL Profiler deployed in minutes

From all the comments we have received so far it appears that we have hit the mark with the “agent-less” feature of xSQL Profiler. Unlike many of the database monitoring / diagnosing tools that require the installation of service agents on the target servers and consequently require days to deploy, xSQL Profiler does not need any agents. The xSQL Profiler application and service are installed in minutes on a single machine from where you can define and schedule traces to run simultaneously on as many target servers as you need. The trace data from all servers are pulled automatically on predefined time intervals into the central repository. It can’t be simpler than that. And did we mention that it is completely free for up to two SQL Server instances? Go ahead, download your copy today and let your colleagues know.

PS not only can you trace SQL Server 2000, SQL Server 2005 and SQL Server 2008 but you can also trace SQL Server Express and MSDE instances.

Tracing MSDE and SQL Server Express

About a month ago we released xSQL Profiler and advanced SQL Server profiling tool that allows you to define granular traces, schedule them to run when you want on multiple SQL Servers simultaneously, and automatically collect the trace data into a central data repository which you can freely query - all from one location without any agents on the target servers.

We have mentioned that one of the best things about xSQL Profiler is that it is free for up to two SQL Server instances but what we neglected to specifically mention is that not only does xSQL Profiler support higher editions of SQL Server 2000, SQL Server 2005 and SQL Server 2008 but it also supports MSDE and SQL Server Express. Yes, you can now use xSQL Profiler to trace MSDE and SQL Server Express installations.

Download, enjoy and don’t forget to send us your comments and suggestions!