: For production environments, a Standard installation with an external SQL Server is highly recommended. A "Lightweight" installation uses SQL Server Express and is only suggested for evaluation or small labs. 2. How to Download the Installer
A dedicated instance of Microsoft SQL Server (2016 SP1 or later) is required. solarwinds npm offline installer
To ensure a successful installation, your server should meet these minimum standards for a standard production environment: Install SolarWinds Platform products in a new environment : For production environments, a Standard installation with