SQL Server Analysis Services

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Install Analysis Services

This section provides detailed instructions for installing SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS). Analysis Services is a business intelligence platform that provides online analytical processing (OLAP) and data mining functionality for business applications.

Important: Ensure you have the necessary hardware and software prerequisites met before proceeding with the installation. Refer to the Prerequisites section for details.

Installation Steps

  1. Download SQL Server Installer

    Obtain the latest version of SQL Server from the official Microsoft download center. The installer will allow you to select Analysis Services as a feature during setup.

  2. Run the SQL Server Installer

    Double-click the downloaded executable to start the SQL Server Installation Center.

    setup.exe
  3. Choose Installation Type

    Select "New SQL Server stand-alone installation or add features to an existing installation".

  4. Accept License Terms

    Review and accept the license terms.

  5. Select Features

    In the "Feature Selection" page, ensure that "Analysis Services" is selected. You may also choose other components as needed.

    • Database Engine Services
    • Analysis Services
    • Reporting Services
    • ...
  6. Analysis Services Configuration

    On the "Analysis Services Configuration" page, choose the server mode:

    • Tabular mode: Recommended for new deployments, uses in-memory technologies for high performance.
    • Multidimensional mode: Traditional OLAP mode, suitable for existing solutions.

    Specify the service accounts for Analysis Services. It is recommended to use separate accounts for each service for security best practices.

  7. Ready to Install

    Review the summary of your selections. Click "Install" to begin the installation process.

  8. Installation Complete

    Once the installation is finished, you will see a success message. You can now proceed to configure Analysis Services further or begin developing your BI solutions.

Tip: For unattended or automated installations, consider using the command-line parameters provided by the SQL Server setup.

Post-Installation Configuration

After installation, you may need to perform additional configuration steps:

  • Configuring server properties.
  • Setting up firewall rules to allow access to Analysis Services.
  • Granting permissions to users and roles.

Refer to the Post-Installation section for detailed guidance on these tasks.