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Windows Failover Cluster SQL Setup2

This document outlines the steps to create shared disks for a Windows Failover Cluster SQL setup using VMware Workstation. It details the creation of VMDK disks, their attachment to nodes, and the configuration of the Failover Clustering feature in Windows Server. Key steps include validating the configuration and creating the cluster with a designated name and IP address.

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Windows Failover Cluster SQL Setup2

This document outlines the steps to create shared disks for a Windows Failover Cluster SQL setup using VMware Workstation. It details the creation of VMDK disks, their attachment to nodes, and the configuration of the Failover Clustering feature in Windows Server. Key steps include validating the configuration and creating the cluster with a designated name and IP address.

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4/29/25, 3:15 PM Windows Failover Cluster SQL Setup

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🔁 Part 4: Create Shared Disks for Clustering


VMware Workstation does not natively support shared disks, but here's how to simulate it:

1. Create a VMDK (SCSI, Independent > Persistent) in VMware

2. Attach it to both Node1 and Node2:

Edit VM settings > Add existing hard disk

Make sure the SCSI controller is set to 'Physical' sharing

You need:

1 small disk for Quorum (e.g., 1GB)

1 or more data disks for SQL DB

Let me know if you want a script or screenshot help for this step.

🧪 Part 5: Configure Windows Failover Clustering


On Node1 and Node2:

1. Open Server Manager > Add Roles and Features

2. Add Failover Clustering and .NET Framework 3.5

3. Open Failover Cluster Manager from Tools

4. Click Validate Configuration

Add both nodes: Node1 and Node2

Run all tests (especially storage test)

5. If all tests pass, click Create Cluster

Name the cluster (e.g., SQLCluster )

Assign a Cluster IP (e.g., [Link] )


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