Broadcom is excited to announce the availability of VMware Data Services Manager (DSM) version 9.0.1! This latest release delivers a comprehensive set of new capabilities, enhanced functionality across all database platforms, and significant improvements based on valuable customer feedback and community input.
Key New Features and Enhancements
PostgreSQL Enhancements:
- PostgreSQL 17 Support: Full compatibility with the latest PostgreSQL version, ensuring access to the newest features and performance improvements.
- Advanced Troubleshooting Tools: New diagnostic capabilities specifically designed for PostgreSQL environments to streamline issue resolution and improve operational efficiency.
- Certificate-Based Authentication: Enhanced security through certificate-based authentication mechanisms for PostgreSQL deployments, providing robust access control.
MySQL Improvements:
- Disaster Recovery Capabilities: Comprehensive disaster recovery solutions to ensure business continuity and data protection for MySQL environments.
- Read Replica Support: Implementation of read replica functionality to improve performance and scalability of MySQL workloads across distributed environments.
Enterprise-Scale Capabilities:
- Large Database Backup Support: Enhanced backup capabilities designed to handle extremely large database environments efficiently, ensuring reliable data protection at scale.
- SQL Server Tech Preview Refresh: Updated technical preview features for SQL Server integration and management, providing improved functionality for hybrid database environments.
Quality and Reliability Improvements
This release includes a substantial number of minor improvements and bug fixes that enhance overall system stability and performance. Our development team has prioritized addressing customer-reported issues and implementing feedback received from our user community to ensure the highest quality experience. These improvements focus on system reliability, performance optimization, and enhanced user experience across all supported database platforms.
Additional Resources
To learn more about VMware Data Services Manager, please check out the following:
- For comprehensive technical specifications, upgrade procedures, and detailed implementation guidance, please refer to the official VMware Data Services Manager 9.0.1 Release Notes. The release notes provide in-depth technical information, compatibility requirements, and step-by-step implementation guidance for all new capabilities and features.
- The DSM entries on the VMware Cloud Foundation Blog
- VMware veteran Cormac Hogan’s DSM Blog which includes many in-depth technical posts and videos
