Before you begin installing SQL Diagnostic Manager, it is important to consider your deployment choices.
You can deploy SQLDM Mobile after you have installed SQL Diagnostic Manager. For more information, review the SQLDM Mobile architecture and components, as well as requirements.
Trial deployment
A trial deployment installs each SQL Diagnostic Manager component on a separate, dedicated computer. The IDERA evaluation license is fully functional and monitors up to 15 SQL Server instances anywhere on your network for a period of 15 days. For more information, review the Trial installation instructions.
Production deployment
A production deployment installs each SQL Diagnostic Manager component on a separate, dedicated computer. This deployment supports stable performance and availability as your environment grows and your monitoring needs change.