This guide will walk you through the process of examining and optimizing your MySQL databases using DirectAdmin.
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Access Your DirectAdmin Account
- Open your web browser and navigate to your DirectAdmin login page.
- Enter your username and password to log in.
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Navigate to MySQL Management
- In the Account Manager section, locate and click on the MySQL Management icon.
- Alternatively, type "MySQL Management" in the navigation filter box and select it from the results.
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Select Database(s)
- You'll see a list of your databases under the "Databases" section.
- Select the checkbox next to the database(s) you want to examine or optimize.
- Note: You can select multiple databases if needed.
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Choose Action: Check or Optimize
- To examine the selected database(s), click on the "Check" button.
- To optimize the selected database(s), click on the "Optimize" button.
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Review Results
- After the operation is complete, DirectAdmin will display the results.
- This report will show the status of each selected database and any actions taken.
Important Notes:
- Regularly checking and optimizing your databases can help maintain their performance and integrity.
- The "Check" operation examines the database for errors without making changes.
- The "Optimize" operation can improve database performance by reorganizing the data storage.
- It's recommended to perform a backup before optimizing, especially for large or critical databases.
By following these steps, you can easily examine and optimize your MySQL databases through DirectAdmin. This process helps ensure your databases are running efficiently and free of errors.
