This thread http://community.qlik.com/message/83460#83460 has a load simulator in it. Take a look and see if that meeds your needs. It will allow you to make a good estimate on needed hardware, just be sure not to "Just get by". The more you can get, the better it performs.
This thread http://community.qlik.com/message/83460#83460 has a load simulator in it. Take a look and see if that meeds your needs. It will allow you to make a good estimate on needed hardware, just be sure not to "Just get by". The more you can get, the better it performs.
I have never run into any negative experiences with server brands yet, so just about anything should do. There are likely others on the forum that have other opinions, but not me. One other thing, if you are planning to run this as a virtual server, there are considerations to consider. Be sure to do your research accordingly.
You can do that, or you can go with what you have already. If you're IT Dept has a contract with Dell for servers, then go with Dell Servers. If you have a particular affinity for HP, then use them. I would never just go with the lowest bidder, because I am a believer in the phrase "You get what you pay for", so if you buy cheap, you get cheap. Get a good server from a company you trust.
I would start with the IT department and see what they recommend. If they don't help you, which I would find hard to believe becuase any IT person with his salt will have a server brand to recommend, then ask some IT managers for recommendations. Historically, I have worked with Dell's, and they have been great, but I don't want to tell you what to buy, you need to do the research and follow policy for yourself. I know some guys don't like QV on AMD processors. So shop around, gather information, make a good decision for you, or your customer.
