SQL Server 2005 vs. SQL Express

[Corey_Wilson]

Can anyone comment on the difference in performance or advantage between SQL Express vs. a regular SQL server for BackupExec? At one point would a regular SQL server be more efficient then using SQL Express on the local server?

Thanks

[Jared_S_]

Hi Corey -

On one hand having the Backup Exec database installed on a separate SQL 2005 instance would work and offer efficient database administration, however, having the database installed locally or remote under its own instance would provide a fail safe for your backups should your SQL server crash. Either option is up to you.

- Jared