Which tools can you use to start and stop an SAP HANA database?

The HDB command is the correct choice for starting and stopping an SAP HANA database. This command-line utility is specifically designed for managing the SAP HANA database instances directly from the operating system. It provides administrators with the ability to execute a variety of database operations, including the ability to start and stop the database efficiently and reliably.

Using the HDB command ensures that the database is managed appropriately, following the necessary protocols to ensure data integrity and consistent states. Its utility in directly interfacing with the database at a lower level makes it a chosen option for these administrative tasks, providing a clear and straightforward way to control the operation of an SAP HANA instance.

Other tools mentioned, while useful in their own rights, do not serve this specific function. The SAP GUI is primarily an interface for users to interact with previously existing applications, rather than database management tasks. Database Management Studio, although a robust tool for various database operations, is generally associated with SQL Server and does not apply directly to the management of an SAP HANA database. SQL Console is meant for executing SQL commands on the database but does not provide functionality for starting or stopping the database itself.