XIA Configuration Server

Automate SQL Server Documentation & Security Audits

Stop documenting your SQL Server estate by hand. XIA Configuration provides an agentless, deep-dive inventory of your entire environment - delivering instant compliance reporting, automated change tracking, and visual relationship mapping in one centralized view.

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Detect and Visualize SQL Server Relationships

XIA Configuration automatically detects and maps relationships and displays them in an interactive visualization showing key information instantly.

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Visual relationship map of a SQL Server instance showing databases, cluster nodes, and support provisions created by XIA Configuration.
XIA Configuration automatically generates visual relationship maps showing the hierarchy of databases, cluster nodes, and support provisions.

We have been using XIA Configuration Server to document the servers and solutions that we've deployed at customers. This allows us to create quality documentation that our customers are impressed with. Inventorying a datacenter and documenting configuration is now so easy.

Customer support is excellent in answering our questions and providing solutions.

Andre Alexanian - Senior Principal Data Center Engineer at C1

Compare SQL Server and Database Configurations

Using XIA Configuration's powerful configuration comparison feature you can:

  • Detect and prevent unauthorized modifications or configuration drift for your SQL instances and databases.
  • Ensure consistent configuration by comparing settings across development, test, and production environments.
  • Compare individual databases for differences.
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XIA Configuration allows you to select what components to compare.
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XIA Configuration automatically detects differences between Microsoft SQL Server instances including the configuration of the instance and individual databases.

SQL Server Automated Documentation Tool

Using XIA Configuration's powerful IT infrastructure documentation features you can create professional branded documentation without friction.

This documentation is essential for business continuity, disaster recovery and technical handovers.

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SQL Databases Support

XIA Configuration supports the ability to document in depth information about SQL databases for both on-premises SQL Server instances and Azure SQL logical servers.

  • Tables including column definitions, triggers, and keys.
  • Stored procedures.
  • User defined functions.
  • Database permissions.


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SQL Server Configuration Reporting and Compliance Analysis

XIA Configuration includes a comprehensive reporting engine with reports specifically designed for Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL environments.

Unlike generic reporting tools, XIA Configuration understands SQL Server's structure and exposes the information DBAs need - from instance‑level configuration and security settings to database‑level objects, roles, and permissions.

Whether you're managing a single instance or a large estate, you can generate clear, actionable reports that highlight configuration, security posture, and changes across your SQL Servers.

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SQL Server Compliance Benchmark

The SQL compliance benchmark provides a simple overview of security settings against basic security best practices for on-premises installations of SQL.

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Automated SQL Server Detection and Inventory

Create an inventory by automatically detecting and scanning Windows machines that are members of an Active Directory domain.

When scanning Windows machines. server roles such as SQL are automatically detected and scanned.

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Automatically create an inventory of your SQL servers
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Watch our SQL server audit and documentation software in action

This video demonstrates our SQL server audit and documentation tool XIA Configuration.

A video demonstrating our SQL server audit and documentation software XIA Configuration

Microsoft SQL Server documentation FAQ

Here are answers to the most common questions about documenting Microsoft SQL Server with XIA Configuration.

Does XIA Configuration need an agent installed on the SQL Server?

No. XIA Configuration is a completely agentless SQL documentation tool. It uses SQL Management Objects (SMO) for server data and PowerShell remoting for host information, ensuring no software footprint is left on your production SQL Servers.

Why is Microsoft SQL Server documentation important?

Documenting Microsoft SQL Servers provides a clear record of your SQL Server environment’s structure, permissions, and configurations. This helps IT teams manage changes, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Microsoft SQL Server is a core technology that underpins other essential platforms and applications.

How does this software help with security audits?

The software automates the collection of SQL logins, database users, and object permissions. By providing a snapshot of your security state, including surface area configurations and encryption settings, it helps IT teams to quickly prepare evidence to help demonstrate compliance during formal audits.

Can XIA Configuration document multiple Microsoft SQL Servers?

Yes. XIA Configuration supports documenting multiple Microsoft SQL Servers, giving administrators a unified view across complex environments.

Can I automate Microsoft SQL Server documentation updates?

Yes. You can schedule recurring scans to automatically capture changes and keep documentation current. Each run maintains version history, so you can track changes over time without manual effort.

What export formats are available for Microsoft SQL Server documentation?

Documentation can be exported to both PDF and Microsoft Word formats, making it easy to share, review, and include in audit packs or compliance reports.

Does XIA Configuration Server support Microsoft SQL Servers operating in Microsoft Windows Failover Clusters?

Yes. XIA Configuration Server supports clustered Microsoft SQL Servers and also provides in-depth documentation of Microsoft Windows Failover Clusters.