thanks, i'll check that out.

Doh, just posted my reply when I save Steve had replied also re: the log reader and answered the question.

Thank you both for your replies. I've learnt...

Genius. Thank you!! I didn't know about that report & had forgotten completely about the default trace. It's brill. Thank you.

Unfortunately, in this case, it seems...

Sorry I work with lots of mexicans ... I just mean thanks man. 😉

Thanks hombre. I'll check it out now.

Blimey, thanks very much!! That works a treat. Really appreciate the reply. Have a good day. 😀

I get the same.

Aha, this DOES work:

amend params via registry

net start mssqlserver

start sql via cluadmin.exe

stop via cluadmin.exe & start again

changes will persist.

sorry to bother, hope this helps someone.