Using Pervasive PSQL Documentation

All Pervasive PSQL documentation assumes you are familiar with the basics of using a computer, such as clicking and dragging, opening and saving files. If you need assistance with these tasks, please consult the documentation that came with your computer and/or operating system.

Softcopy documentation is installed on Windows platforms when you choose the Complete installation. The JavaHelp documentation is available as an option in the Custom installation as part of the Java based utilities.

Once installed, the documentation is accessible from the Pervasive program on the Start menu.

For NetWare users, you can access the online documentation on any Windows workstation that has the database client installed.

For Linux users, you can access the online documentation on the server in JavaHelp format. Certain utilities also provide manpages.

Individual manuals, and the complete set, are available for purchase through the Pervasive Web site or through the Pervasive Software Sales Team. To order, contact Pervasive Software online at http://www.pervasive.com/ecommerce/Scripts/default.asp, e-mail salessupport@pervasive.com, or telephone 1-800-287-4383.

Getting Started Guides

Getting Started with Pervasive PSQL (Server Edition) and Getting Started with Pervasive PSQL (Workgroup Edition) help you get Pervasive PSQL running with installation, setup, and troubleshooting information. Both Getting Started With Pervasive PSQL editions cover the following topics:

Preparing to install Pervasive PSQL v9 Service Pack 2

Installing Pervasive PSQL v9 Service Pack 2

Upgrading from previous versions of Pervasive PSQL or Btrieve

Configuring Pervasive PSQL v9 Service Pack 2

Troubleshooting your Pervasive PSQL v9 Service Pack 2 installation

Where to go for Pervasive PSQL product information and technical support

What's New

What's New in Pervasive PSQL provides an overview of the new features and changed behavior for the current release of Pervasive PSQL relative to the most recent previous release. This book provides summary information on new features and directs you to the locations in the documentation where the new features are fully discussed.

User's Guide

Pervasive PSQL User's Guide introduces Pervasive PSQL and describes common user tasks. The guide discusses the database engine, Pervasive PSQL utilities and other key components; the differences between Server and Workgroup engines; and the differences between ODBC and Btrieve access. Pervasive PSQL User's Guide provides you with the basics to work with Pervasive PSQL successfully.

Advanced Operations Guide

Advanced Operations Guide provides detailed information at the administrative level, including the steps to perform common procedures and several new ones. Topics include:

checking database consistency

performing periodic backups

configuring network protocols and understanding network topologies

working with database security

basic configuration guidelines

configuration options reference

moving, renaming, compacting and rebuilding files

SQL Engine Reference

SQL Engine Reference gives database programmers a complete reference guide to the SQL relational database language. It also covers SQL engine parameters and limitations.

Status Codes and Messages

Status Codes and Messages documents all possible status codes and numbered messages that can be received when using Pervasive software.

The Status Codes Quick Reference is also included with your complete documentation set.

Pervasive Products and Services

Pervasive Products and Services provides an outline of how to work with Pervasive Software and describes the Pervasive PSQL database family.

Additional Information

You can download the product documentation and related documentation from this address:

http://www.pervasive.com/support/technical/online_manuals.asp

You can also find additional information on the Web site at:

http://www.pervasive.com/support/DataSheets.asp

http://www.pervasive.com/library