Home Forums SQL Server 2008 SQL Server 2008 High Availability What are the pros and cons of running SQL Server on the non-preferred node? RE: What are the pros and cons of running SQL Server on the non-preferred node?

  • February 24, 2016 at 5:02 am

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    preferred node is just a terminology. It's only considered by the auto failback option in the cluster if it's enabled.

    From the design and licensing standpoint, if you're not running the instance on the design "preferred node" licensing may be impacted

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