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Article Goal: View the MySQL data storage specifications

In this article we are going to cover the steps needed to verify changes / view specifications to the MySQL data storage.

Example Commands Used to Modify Data Storage

set global net_buffer_length=1000000;
set global max_allowed_packet=1000000000;

Where Do You View the MySQL Data Storage?

Launch MySQL Workbench and go to the Status and System Variables section.

Steps to View the MySQL Data Storage.

1. Launch MySQL Workbench.

2. Select your MySQL Server and enter the root password.

3. Click Status and System Variables

4. Click on the System Variables tab.

5. Search for net_buffer / max_allowed to view the corresponding values for each.