All-in-one Simplex (AIO-SX) ConfigurationΒΆ

AIO-SX is a compact, single-node deployment model that combines controller, worker, and storage functions on a single non-redundant host. See Deployment Configuration Terminology for a description of common deployment configuration terminology, including definitions of different node types and network types.

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  • Architecture:

    No built-in Redundancy. The AIO-SX configuration does not protect against complete server failure. However, you can achieve component-level protection by using features such as HW RAID to protect against disk failures or dual-port LAG to protect against link or port failures.

  • Typical Deployment:

    Ideal for small edge sites, proof-of-concept environments, or low-cost deployments. Designed for scenarios where only a small amount of cloud processing or storage capacity is needed. Fault tolerance may be handled externally or at a higher architectural level.

  • Storage Options:

    • A local internal Rook-managed Ceph cluster (in Controller Deployment Model) using one or more disks for OSDs.

    • External storage backends can be configured as an alternative or in addition to the local Rook-managed Ceph cluster. Supported external backends include, for example:

      • External NetApp Trident backend

      • External Dell Storage Array backend

  • Networking:

    • Internal management and cluster host networks are configured on the loopback interface by default.

    • External connectivity is provided through the OAM network or optional data networks.

    • The cluster host network can be reconfigured to use a physical interface, based on external connectivity requirements.