Microsoft S2D & Azure Local

Storage Spaces Direct (often abbreviated to S2D) is a feature of the Datacenter Editions of Windows Server and Azure Local OS. This enables software-defined storage for Windows environments without additional third-party components.

Storage Spaces Direct combines local data carriers of several servers into a virtual, shared data storage. Together with Hyper-V, hyperconverged systems can be realized purely with Windows on-board resources or, alternatively, dedicated software-defined storage solutions can be created.

With optimally tuned hardware, Azure Local achieves excellent performance values and scales effortlessly into the petabyte range. Powerful, highly available clusters are possible with just two nodes. Thomas-Krenn offers high-quality certified server systems for Azure Local.

Scalable, future-proof storage systems based on standard components - the Azure Local Series rack servers make this wish come true. Equipped with the latest generation of Intel or AMD CPUs, plenty of space for fast storage media such as NVMe SSDs and combined with network technology up to 100GbE, the systems fully exploit the potential of Windows Server and Azure Local OS using Storage Spaces Direct. With extensive testing and optimization, our technicians have ensured that all components work together perfectly and that our systems are certified for Azure Local. With us, you will find the Azure Local servers that meet your requirements today and prepare you for the challenges of tomorrow.

Our deployment team offers numerous services in the Windows server environment. Our employees analyze your requirements and find the optimal solution. On request, experienced consultants can take over the commissioning of your Azure Local Cluster, offer workshops and training and are always there for you even after commissioning. This allows you to benefit from the extensive experience of our Microsoft-certified experts.