Overview

WinDRBD is the port of LINBIT’s DRBD kernel driver and user space utilities to the Microsoft Windows family of operating systems. It is based on the original source code of DRBD, making it widely compatible with the Linux version of DRBD. WinDRBD is designed to provide highly available virtual disks to applications and file systems on Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022, as well as Windows 10 and 11. This solution is ideal for ensuring high availability for Microsoft SQL Server, Hyper-V, and Windows file server deployments.

Features

• Native Windows Kernel Driver: WinDRBD is a native Windows kernel driver based on DRBD, providing highly available virtual disks.
• Cross-Platform Replication: Supports cross-platform replication for mixed Windows/Linux clusters.
• Disaster Recovery: Includes disaster recovery capabilities using DRBD Proxy.
• Web-GUI: Offers a web browser-based graphical user interface for easy configuration and maintenance.
• Cluster Manager: Coming soon, LINBIT Cluster Manager for Windows will provide a lightweight, application-aware cluster manager based on DRBD Reactor.
• Compatibility: Compatible with Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022, and Windows 10, 11.

Benefits

• High Availability: Ensures high availability for critical applications and services, preventing data loss and downtime.
• Performance: Delivers high performance for data-intensive applications, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
• Ease of Use: User-friendly interface and comprehensive documentation make it easy to deploy and manage.
• Cost-Effective: Reduces the need for expensive proprietary software stacks, leveraging open-source technology.
• Scalability: Easily scales to manage large clusters, making it suitable for growing businesses and enterprises.
• Expert Support: LINBIT offers enterprise support and additional software utilities for enhanced functionality.