Replication Server reads configuration parameters from the rs_config system table in the RSSD or ERSSD.
All configuration parameters have default values, which are inserted in the table when you use the rs_init utility to create the RSSD or ERSSD. The default values are sufficient for most replication systems. Normally, you change default values only for unusual environments or special situations. For example, you may need to adjust parameters for performance tuning if your system has a large number of replication definitions or subscriptions. You can change default values using configure replication server.
Basic parameters governing the names and version numbers of the Replication Server and its components can also be set with rs_init.
rs_init also sets the password encryption configuration parameter.
Many configuration parameters also have values for specific objects. You set these values after installation when your system requires the fine-tuning that these parameters allow. For example, default route parameters affect all routes that originate at the current Replication Server. If necessary, you change the default settings for these parameters with configure replication server. You also can set parameter values for individual routes by using the alter route command.
Setting some configuration parameters requires a technical understanding of the replication system.
It is important to back up the RSSD periodically, and whenever you do anything to change its state. ERSSD is already configured for daily automated backup.
See Replication Server Administration Guide Volume 2 > Performance Tuning. See Replication Server Administration Guide Volume 2 > Performance Tuning > Configuration Parameters that Affect Performance.