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Dataset size
Hi All,
I am using a Workspace in a Premium Capacity and I have a PRO account.
I have a dataset which is using as several tables where all of the data sources are FOLDERS and I am using the excel files in those folders.(on-premises data gateway)
The total size of the RAW data I am using and I have connected to PowerBI will be around 9 GBs.
Will this work? I mean will I exceed any kind of limits with this setup?
Ànother important questions for me - Where can I see the dataset size?
My pbix file at the moment is around 10MBs.
Thanks!
- Hi there
Your understanding is 100% correct if the column is not needed then remove it in Power Query and it will save you memory, which will improve performance.
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- GilbertQSuper UserHi there
The easiest way to get a rough guide is to take the size of the PBIX and multiply it by 3 or 4X the size of the PBIX.
Here is my blog post explaining how much memory your dataset will use when using Power BI Premium: https://www.fourmoo.com/2019/06/06/power-bi-premium-performance-part-5-how-much-memory-will-the-pbix-consume/- IPGeorgievHelper III
Dear GilbertQ
many thanks for the response and the article!
So if I understand correctly:
The Dataset size is responding to "estimated Memory" when using Vertipaq Analzer?
Power BI Premium Performance – Part 2 | Optimization of your Power BI Model
Do I understand correctly - If I remove COLUMNs (from a table) which I don't need this will improve the performance of the report / have a positive impact?
Many thanks in advance!
Best regards,
Ivan
- GilbertQSuper UserHi there
Your understanding is 100% correct if the column is not needed then remove it in Power Query and it will save you memory, which will improve performance.