64-Bit Essbase Optimization Tips

We are upgrading from 9.3.1 to 11.1.1.3 and have decided to try 64-bit Essbase on a Windows server with Xeon processors. All went well in initial testing, my ASO models all ran faster on the new 64-bit server. However, we have a planning model that of course is BSO. That model is performing very poorly on the new 64-bit server (most calculations are taking 5-6 times longer). Just to prove that the difference was 64-bit and not the upgrade to 11.1.1.3, I installed the 32-bit version of 11.1.1.3 on another server and ran the same test. It performed fine, very similarly to our 32-bit 9.3.1 installation.
I guess I'm looking for any ideas on tuning BSO applications or the server itself in a 64-bit windows environment. Also, has anyone else had similar issues.
Any help is much appreciated!
Jeff

You're the first person I've heard say that performance is slower on 64 bit. Although BSO Essbase is always...interesting.
Did you change platforms (Windows to *nix?)?
What specifically is slower -- aggregations, specific allocations, something else?
64 bit Essbase has made my Planning life much, much easier -- I don't have to wring every bit of performance out of Essbase to get more than acceptable speed. I am enjoying the laziness. :)
If you go onto ODTUG's website, click on Tech Resources, and search for "64" you'll find two presentations on optimizing for 64 bit, one by Edward Roske and the other by Brian Suter. If you're not an ODTUG member, you can sign up for a free associate membership.
Okay, if I mention ODTUG, I have to mention 2010's Kaleidoscope conference in Washington DC, 27 June to 1 July. There are many, many tuning sessions that are worth everyone's time. Many of the posters on this board will be presenting there. If you like us on the board, you'll (hopefully) like us more in person.
Regards,
Cameron Lackpour

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Hi All,
I would like to clarify on few points.
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64-Bit Essbase on 64-Bit Box - Improved performance both at essbase level and OS level.
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Need your imputs on this.Hi,
32-Bit Essbase on 64-Bit Box - No additional benefits at essbase level. Can we expect an increase in performance at OS level?You shouldn't expect an increase in performance.
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create a view in your db schema you are connected to and use a tool like Oracles SQLDeveloper (it's for free) or something similar to check your query result by select from your view.
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However, if everything fails and a cast (like Glen said) is the only way you can make it work put this cast into your view too.
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Regards
Andre
Edited by: andreml on Dec 16, 2009 12:52 PM

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64-Bit Essbase on 64-Bit Box - Improved performance both at essbase level and OS level.
Now, Can we install a 64-Bit Essbase on a 32-Bit Box? I don't think this is suggested option to go for. But does it really supports?
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http://john-goodwin.blogspot.com/

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