What is DH2i?
DH2i delivers advanced high availability clustering and zero trust network security solutions for organizations requiring peak uptime and robust protection of their SQL Server and enterprise applications. The platform enables customers to manage SQL Server deployments across Windows, Linux, and hybrid infrastructures with unmatched failover performance and seamless connection capabilities. Built to operate on bare-metal, virtualized, or fully containerized environments, DH2i optimizes clustering flexibility to fit evolving organizational needs, while maintaining industry-leading network security standards.
Its suite of products, including Smart High Availability Clustering, Software-Defined Perimeter, and the Microsoft-endorsed SQL Server Operator for Kubernetes, is designed to simplify complex deployments and minimize downtime. Users enjoy the ability to connect and protect applications across multiple platforms and locations, while eliminating vulnerabilities associated with traditional VPNs and achieving faster, more customizable deployment and management of SQL Server availability environments.
Features
- Smart HA Clustering: Unified management for any application, OS, server configuration, or cloud environment
- Zero Trust Network Access: Secure tunneling to connect servers, containers, and IoT devices without VPNs
- SQL Server Operator for Kubernetes: Advanced, automated deployments with customizability and speed
- Mix-and-Match Clustering: Cross-version and cross-platform SQL Server clustering capability
- Rapid Deployment: Easy installation and optimized management across various infrastructures
Use Cases
- Deploying high availability SQL Server clusters in cloud or on-premises environments
- Facilitating secure connectivity for multi-cloud architectures and IoT devices
- Automating SQL Server Availability Group deployments within Kubernetes environments
- Eliminating VPN risks by implementing software-defined perimeter security
- Optimizing uptime and failover management for mission-critical enterprise applications
FAQs
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Does DH2i support both Windows and Linux environments?
Yes, DH2i enables unified high availability management for SQL Server on both Windows and Linux platforms. -
What type of network security model does DH2i use?
DH2i employs a zero trust network security model with software-defined perimeter capabilities to enhance protection and reduce risks compared to traditional VPNs. -
Can DH2i solutions be integrated with Kubernetes?
Yes, DH2i provides Microsoft's preferred SQL Server Operator for Kubernetes, making SQL Server clustering and availability group deployments easier and more secure in containerized environments. -
Is there a free license available for DH2i software?
Yes, users can download a free, fully-featured license for DxEnterprise Smart High Availability Clustering and DxOdyssey Software-Defined Perimeter.
