Apache CloudStack Netris Integration
About Netris Switch Fabric Netris Switch Fabric provides an intent-based approach to network management. Instead of configuring switches, routers, and firewalls manually, administrators define the desired network outcomes, Netris then translates those intents into the necessary configurations across the infrastructure. Its controller includes a REST API and graphical dashboard for visibility, automation, and lifecycle management […]
Instance Lease in Apache CloudStack
Starting with the 4.21 release, Apache CloudStack introduces Instance Lease, a lifecycle control mechanism that allows cloud operators to define how long an Instance can exist and what should happen when that time is reached. In day-to-day cloud operations, it is common for Instances to remain running long after their original purpose is gone. Temporary […]
Deploying Windows 11 Best Practice | CloudStack Feature First Look
Deploying a Windows 11 virtual machine Instance on Apache CloudStack requires compliance with Microsoft’s system requirements. These include a compatible CPU (notably, the default KVM CPU model qemu64 is unsupported in Windows 11 24H2), UEFI firmware with Secure Boot, and a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0, typically implemented as a vTPM. In CloudStack 4.20.0.0 […]
Fine-Grained Storage Connectivity with Storage Access Groups in Apache CloudStack | CloudStack Feature First Look
Storage Access Groups (SAGs), introduced in Apache CloudStack 4.21, allow operators to restrict which Hosts connect to a specific Primary Storage. This feature replaces the default behaviour of connecting the Primary Storage to all Hosts within its scope, optimising resource utilisation, reducing load, and enforcing isolation policies in large-scale environments. The Challenge of Broad […]
Async Agent Command Reconciliation | CloudStack Feature First Look
Apache CloudStack 4.21 introduces Async Agent Command Reconciliation, a mechanism designed to improve the reliability and accuracy of long-running operations (such as Instance and Volume migrations) when interruptions occur involving the Management Server, Agent, or the network. The Feature tracks and reconciles key Commands—CopyCommand, MigrateCommand, and MigrateVolumeCommand—by utilizing Agent heartbeats and a new reconciliation workflow. […]
Flexible CKS Clusters in CloudStack 4.21 | CloudStack Feature First Look
Apache CloudStack has significantly enhanced its Kubernetes integration through the CloudStack Kubernetes Service (CKS), particularly with the release of CloudStack 4.21. These improvements focus on increasing the flexibility, scalability, and manageability of Kubernetes clusters within the CloudStack environment. Key developments include enhanced visibility for Cluster API for CloudStack (CAPC) clusters, granular control over node types […]
CloudStack 4.21 First Look Webinar Highlights
On August 18th, ShapeBlue hosted an exclusive live webinar offering viewers a First Look at the upcoming Apache CloudStack 4.21 release. During the session, our panelists Ivet Petrova and Marco Sinhoreli walked the audience through the most significant new features, sharing live demos and explaining how these enhancements benefit operators and service providers alike. The […]
Shared FileSystems: Scalable NAS Storage for Multi-Instance Access | CloudStack Feature First Look
Many applications require shared storage to efficiently manage data across multiple Instances. With the release of Apache CloudStack 4.20, the new Shared Filesystem feature provides a CloudStack-managed NFS solution, allowing multiple Instances within the same Account and Network to access a shared file system simultaneously. This feature brings CloudStack closer to major cloud providers, such […]
CloudStack Multi-Architecture Zones | CloudStack Feature First Look
Apache CloudStack 4.20 marks a significant milestone with the introduction of ARM64 support, reflecting the growing adoption of ARM64 architecture for its power efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This new feature enables CloudStack Zones to support both ARM64 and x86_64 (AMD64) Hosts and Clusters, introducing the concept of Multi-Architecture Zones. Multi-Architecture Zones allow the deployment of both […]
Delete Protection for Instances and Volumes | CloudStack Feature First Look
Introduced in CloudStack 4.20, the Delete Protection feature mitigates the risk of accidental deletion for Instances and Volumes. This feature addresses a common challenge in cloud environments, where users may unintentionally delete critical resources, leading to potential data loss, service disruptions, and costly recovery efforts. Delete Protection works by allowing users to enable a safeguard […]
