Dear Azure Community,
Microsoft has announced the public preview of the Application Volume Group for Oracle within Azure NetApp Files, aiming to streamline the deployment and management of Oracle databases on Azure.
Key Features
- Automated Volume Deployment – Create all necessary volumes for Oracle databases, including data, log, and backup volumes, in a single, streamlined operation.
- Optimized Performance – Ensure that volumes are placed within the same availability zone as your virtual machines, reducing latency and enhancing database performance.
- Flexible Configurations – Support for various Oracle database layouts, from single-volume setups to extensive configurations exceeding 100 TiB, with up to eight data volumes.
Getting Started
- Register for the Preview – Enable the Application Volume Group feature for Oracle in your Azure subscription.
- Deploy Volumes – Use the Azure Portal to create the necessary volumes, specifying your Oracle database requirements.
- Configure Database – Set up your Oracle database using the provisioned volumes, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
This feature is currently in public preview, offering an excellent opportunity to enhance your Oracle database deployments on Azure.
More innovations are on the way—stay ahead of the curve! 🚀