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Description
DRBD® (Distributed Replicated Block Device) is an open source, software-centric solution for block storage replication on Linux, engineered to provide high-performance and high-availability (HA) data services by synchronously or asynchronously mirroring local block devices between nodes in real-time. As a virtual block-device driver deeply integrated into the Linux kernel, DRBD guarantees optimal local read performance while facilitating efficient write-through replication to peer devices. The user-space tools, including drbdadm, drbdsetup, and drbdmeta, support declarative configuration, metadata management, and overall administration across different installations. Initially designed to support two-node HA clusters, DRBD 9.x has evolved to accommodate multi-node replication and seamlessly integrate into software-defined storage (SDS) systems like LINSTOR, which enhances its applicability in cloud-native frameworks. This evolution reflects the growing demand for robust data management solutions in increasingly complex environments.
Description
Failover Clustering in Windows Server (and Azure Local) allows a collection of independent servers to collaborate, enhancing both availability and scalability for clustered roles, which were previously referred to as clustered applications and services. These interconnected nodes utilize a combination of hardware and software solutions, ensuring that if one node encounters a failure, another node seamlessly takes over its responsibilities through an automated failover mechanism. Continuous monitoring of clustered roles ensures that if they cease to function properly, they can be restarted or migrated to uphold uninterrupted service. Additionally, this feature includes support for Cluster Shared Volumes (CSVs), which create a cohesive, distributed namespace and enable reliable shared storage access across all nodes, thereby minimizing potential service interruptions. Common applications of Failover Clustering encompass high‑availability file shares, SQL Server instances, and Hyper‑V virtual machines. This functionality is available on Windows Server versions 2016, 2019, 2022, and 2025, as well as within Azure Local environments, making it a versatile choice for organizations looking to enhance their system resilience. By leveraging Failover Clustering, organizations can ensure their critical applications remain available even in the event of hardware failures.
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API Access
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Integrations
Active Directory
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Microsoft 365
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Microsoft Azure
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Microsoft Hyper-V
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MySQL
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PowerShell
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SIOS DataKeeper
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SQL
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Windows Server
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Integrations
Active Directory
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Microsoft 365
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Microsoft Azure
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Microsoft Hyper-V
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MySQL
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PowerShell
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SIOS DataKeeper
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SQL
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Windows Server
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Pricing Details
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Deployment
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Windows
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Mac
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Linux
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Chromebook
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Deployment
Web-Based
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On-Premises
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Android App
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Windows
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Mac
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Linux
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Chromebook
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Customer Support
Business Hours
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Customer Support
Business Hours
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Types of Training
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Webinars
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Live Training (Online)
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Types of Training
Training Docs
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Webinars
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Live Training (Online)
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In Person
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Vendor Details
Company Name
LINBIT
Founded
2001
Country
United States
Website
linbit.com/drbd/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Microsoft
Founded
1975
Country
United States
Website
learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/failover-clustering/failover-clustering-overview