SQL 2008 R2 Cluster Setup: Easy? Not So Much.

The SQL Server 2008 R2 setup program crashes sometimes leaving you with a "half installed" instance: this is about how I repaired the setup on a populated cluster.

Tips for Upgrading a Cluster to SQL 2008 - Part 1

This article describes my experience in upgrading a four node cluster with three active instances to SQL 2008

Automatic Alert Generation in the event of SQL Server Cluster Failover

We had a requirement where we were asked to generate automatic email notification in the event of a failover.

Creating a 2 Node SQL Server 2008 Virtual Cluster Part 3

This article continues the series on how to create a 2 node Windows\SQL Server 2008 cluster with a look at slipstreaming the service pack and cumulative updates needed.

Creating a 2 Node SQL Server 2008 Virtual Cluster Part 2

Learn how to create a Windows\SQL Server 2008 virtual cluster. In this article learn about the Windows clustering setup.

Getting the most out of your SQL Server 2008 Cluster

Gain an insight into how to use your SQL Server cluster for more than just high availibility in this article from Mark Jones.

SQL Script to check SQL Server cluster Nodes.

Creating A SQL Server 2008\2008 R2 Failover Cluster

Details how to install a SQL Server 2008\2008R2 Failover Cluster Instance

Uninstalling a SQL Server Clustered Instance

I have installed and uninstalled several instances of SQL Server in the past. Today, I need to uninstall a SQL Server 2008 R2 clustered instance. I have never uninstalled a clustered instance of SQL Server before. Can you provide a how-to guide to uninstall a clustered instance of SQL Server 2008 R2?

How to Evict a Failed Node and Add it Back to SQL Server 2005 Cluster

Adding and removing nodes in SQL Server Clusters is not so difficult, and instructions on how to do so abound on the internet. However, mismanagement when adding/removing nodes can quickly become a 'gotcha' that wastes time. Bo Chen offers insight into some of those scenarios that are not normally covered in the standard online documents.