Microsoft Fast Track Data Warehouse datasheet describes a pre‑configured, scalable solution for SQL Server 2008 Enterprise data warehousing.
The Fast Track Data Warehouse is a reference solution that combines pre‑configured servers, storage and networking with SQL Server 2008 Enterprise to deliver high‑performance, enterprise‑class data warehouses. It accelerates deployment, reduces testing effort, and offers predictable performance and lower total cost of ownership.
Key benefits include scalable capacity from 4 to 48 TB, up to 200 MB/s per CPU core, and flexible processor options (two, four or eight CPUs). The solution is built on industry‑standard hardware from major vendors and follows Microsoft’s best‑practice methodology for rapid, reliable implementation.
| Supported SQL Server edition | SQL Server 2008 Enterprise |
|---|---|
| Maximum data capacity | 48 terabytes |
| I/O performance per CPU core | 200 MB/s per CPU core |
| Processor configurations | Two, four or eight CPUs |
| Hardware components | Pre‑configured servers, storage and networking |
The solution can scale up to 48 terabytes of data.
Each CPU core can deliver up to 200 MB/s of sequential I/O.
Fast Track uses SQL Server 2008 Enterprise.