Figure 69. Topology diagram for hosting SQL server workloads
Excellent performance is necessary and a crucial requirement for SQL server deployments because of its high reliance in the business world. Azure Stack HCI offers a great platform for implementing a high performing, scalable and manageable SQL server deployment. It also offers flexibility to host Windows VMs and Linux VMs, giving customers a choice to run Windows or Linux version of SQL Server depending on their needs.
Integration with Azure adds the capability of business continuity and disaster recovery with Azure Site Recovery.
Figure 70. Topology diagram for hosting SQL server workloads
For more information about evaluation of Dell EMC Solutions for Microsoft Azure Stack HCI for database workloads, see Modernize or Perish: Dell EMC Solutions for Microsoft Azure Stack HCI Throw a Lifeline to Database Workloads.
For more information about a building a Hybrid Database-as-a-Service Platform, see Building a Hybrid Database-as-a-Service Platform with Azure Stack HCI.