Summary
This guide provides an overview of StorPool One, a KVM cloud solution designed for on-premises deployment. It outlines the challenges organizations face when transitioning to an in-house KVM cloud, particularly in integrating hypervisor, storage, networking, orchestration, and backup/DR components. The document details the features of StorPool One, including simplified operations through thin clone snapshots, end-to-end automation with a native plugin for cloud management, and enterprise-class performance with low latency. It also emphasizes flexible deployment options, allowing heterogeneous server configurations and customizable storage solutions. The guide describes the fully-managed service offered by StorPool, which includes design, deployment, ongoing operations, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the cloud infrastructure. Furthermore, it addresses the advantages of hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) and the cost-effective scaling options available with StorPool One, enabling organizations to tailor their cloud resources to specific workload requirements.
