SAP ASE runs on a variety of hardware and operating system platforms. System-specific issues do not affect the basic functionality of SAP ASE, but there are differences among platform implementations.
SAP ASE configuration
Changes to the operating system that enable or enhance SAP ASE performance
SAP ASE features that are available only on Windows
The structure of entries in the sql.ini file
Options for selecting database devices
Operating system commands or utilities that simplify or automate routine system administration tasks
Operating system utilities for monitoring SAP ASE performance
See the Installation Guide and release bulletin for your platform.