Microsoft® Exchange Server 2003 Unleashed

Performance Documentation

Performance documentation helps monitor the health and status of the Exchange environment. It is a continuous process that begins by aligning the goals, existing policies, and service level agreements of the organization. When these areas are clearly defined and detailed, baseline performance values can be established, using tools such as the System Monitor, Microsoft Operations Manager (MOM), or third-party tools (such as PerfMon or BMC Patrol). These tools capture baseline performance-related metrics that can include indicators such as how much memory is being used, average processor use, and more. They also can illustrate how the Exchange Server 2003 environment is performing under various workloads.

After the baseline ...