Azure Stack HCI
Deploy and manage virtual machines and containers at the edge with cloud-native HCI infrastructure.
Simplify operations with a modern cloud-connected hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) solution.
OVERVIEW
Extend cloud capabilities to the edge
- Deploy cloud-native apps wherever you need them with distributed hybrid infrastructure.
- Run any applications, virtual machines, or container-based workloads anywhere with a consistent Azure experience.
- Choose right-sized turnkey, node, and integrated solutions from Microsoft and partners including Dell, HP, and Lenovo.
- Securely store and process customer data at the edge to stay compliant with HIPAA, FedRAMP, and other regulations.
FEATURES
See what you can do with Azure Stack HCI
Central management and visibility
Monitor, update, and secure Azure Stack HCI infrastructure, including fleets of locations, directly from the Azure portal.
Continuous deployment
Deploy and manage container-based apps anywhere and simplify operations with Azure Kubernetes Service for Azure Stack HCI.
Support for diverse workloads
Run containerized, cloud-native, and virtualized workloads—including Azure Virtual Desktop—side by side on premises.
GPU partitioning
Share a GPU device with multiple virtual machines to reduce total cost of ownership and simplify AI deployment at the edge.
Simple workload migration
Reduce complexity and cost by extending the functionality of Azure Migrate to move workloads to Azure Stack HCI.
Sustainability improvements
Drive sustainability for IT operations with Azure hybrid solutions to reduce power and space requirements.
Built-in security and compliance
PRICING
Azure Stack HCI pricing
Purchase an Azure subscription and activate only the cores you need for your hyperconverged infrastructure deployment ($10 per physical core, per month). Windows Server Datacenter customers with Software Assurance can get Azure Stack HCI at no additional cost with Azure Hybrid Benefit.
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Cloud-to-edge services work better together
Use Azure Stack HCI with other Azure services to build comprehensive hybrid HCI solutions.
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FAQ
- The minimum is now one node, which is ideal for a remote office or branch office. The maximum is 16 nodes per single cluster.
- You'll get extended security updates at no cost when you migrate your Windows Server 2008/R2, SQL Server 2008/R2, Windows Server 2012/R2 and SQL Server 2012 workloads to Azure Stack HCI.
- No, there are no virtualization rights included with the host subscription. Customers running Windows VMs on this hyperconverged infrastructure solution need to procure an appropriate license.
- You'll find those hybrid solutions in the Azure Stack HCI catalog.
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