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Pervasive PSQL Summit v10
Where can I download PSQL Summit v10?
Trial versions are available from the Pervasive website. This allows users to evaluate and test their application for compatibility purposes.
What is Summit, and why the name change?
The computer industry is in the midst of a series of many technology changes, with the arrival of Windows Vista™, Windows Server 2008™, new advances in 64-bit technology and multi-core processors. The ability for Small to Medium Enterprise (SME) customers to adopt high performance computing requires a Database Management System (DBMS) that can support your business applications without adding a lot of overhead when you upgrade. Pervasive PSQL Summit v10 is here to make adopting these technologies as easy as possible. We think that is big, the top, The Summit.
What are some of the key features of PSQL Summit™ v10?
PSQL v10 will ease customer transitions to Windows Vista and 64-bit platforms. In addition, Pervasive included a performance driver (Xtreme I/O), new and expanded SQL capabilities, and a new Windows MSI installer.
The key features are:
- Windows Vista™ and Windows Server 2008 Certification
- RedHat and SUSE Linux support
- 64-bit platform support
- Xtreme I/O performance accelerator
- Expanded SQL syntax including long metadata
- New Installer built using latest InstallShield technology
- .NET 2.0 support
- Improved performance and ease of use
For more details, review 10 Reasons to Upgrade to PSQL Summit v10, or review our PSQL v10 What's New Guide. Of course, you can always take it for a test drive and evaluate for yourself
What Operating System Platforms does PSQL v10 support?
Pervasive PSQL Summit v10 supports current Windows products including Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, Windows XP SP3, Windows 2003, Windows 2000, RedHat Enterprise Linux 4 and 5 and SUSE Linux Enterprise 9 and 10. A Novell NetWare version will not be available with PSQL v10, however, we will continue to offer and support Pervasive PSQL v9 for our loyal NetWare customers.
What 64-bit processors does PSQL Summit v10 support?
Our 64-bit products work with the latest versions of AMD and Intel processors, including the Athlon64, Opteron, Xeon, and Core 2 Dual processors.
Is my application be compatible with PSQL Summit v10?
Pervasive focuses a great deal of engineering resources to maintain backwards compatibility. PSQL Summit maintains compatibility with file formats from Btrieve 6.15, Pervasive.SQL 2000i, Pervasive.SQL v8, and Pervasive PSQL v9. The fastest way to determine compatibility for your application is to download and test.
How do I report issues with PSQL Summit v10?
All users receive complementary support for 30 days from date of purchase. The Pervasive Support page has more details on our support offerings and policies. Pervasive also offers a free on-line forum called Community Forum where users can post questions and share feedback with the community of Pervasive developers, partners, and users. You will also see comments, tips, and support from the Pervasive Engineering and Support organizations. Visit our forum for assistance.
What PSQL database should I use if I want to support or use Windows Vista?
We recommend Pervasive PSQL Summit v10 because this release was designed for Windows Vista™ and requires no changes to your application or database. Pervasive PSQL v9 does provide support for Windows Vista™; however, there are known issues and solutions that require the user to make changes before running v9 applications on Vista. Please review our Vista Compatibility white paper for more details.
How much longer will Pervasive PSQL v9 be supported and available?
Pervasive offers a published Product Support Lifecycle guide for all PSQL products. Based on this policy Pervasive PSQL v9 will enter an eighteen (18) month transition period upon the release of Pervasive PSQL v10. Please review the guide for more details.
What file formats are supported?
Pervasive PSQL v10 offers full support for 6.x, 7.x, 8.x and the 9.x file format. Versions 5.x and prior cannot be modified.
Do I have to rebuild all my files to be compatible with Pervasive PSQL v10?
No, you only need to rebuild data files if you want to take advantage of the new Page or Record compression features once you have set the file format to v9.5.
Are there any changes to the Pervasive Workgroup edition with Pervasive PSQL v10?
Yes. The Workgroup now comes in a single user standalone version, and a three and five user peer-to-peer versions. Each version is licensed based on a per- seat and total concurrent users model. A single user license is for one user with no file sharing. The three and five user is for three or five concurrent users and allows for file sharing between the licensed systems. Multiple user connections require each user /desktop to have an appropriate license for a peer-to-peer configuration.
What SQL enhancements are included in Pervasive PSQL v10?
Pervasive PSQL v10 includes many new SQL improvements including changes to Stored Procedures and Views. There are also new SQL syntax updates and additional support for SQL compatibility. Please review the Pervasive PSQL v10 What’s New Guide for details.
Can I use my existing license counts from Pervasive.SQL 7, 2000i, V8 or PSQL v9?
No. Previous version license keys are not compatible with Pervasive PSQL v10. PSQL v10 licenses are by Operating System (Windows or Linux) and platform type (x86 or x64).
Is the Check Database utility now available with Pervasive PSQL v10?
Yes. The Check Database feature is now part of the Data Dictionary File Builder (DDFB) utility that is included with PSQL v10.
Where do I find out if my product is still supported?
The Product Support Life Cycle page on our website will have that information.
Will my existing Pervasive Security Solution products – Pervasive AuditMaster, Pervasive Backup Agent, and Pervasive DataExchange – work with PSQL v10, or do I need an upgrade?
You need an upgrade.
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