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Version: 1.9.x

Azure Integration

Overview​

ReductStore is now available as an IoT Edge module on the Azure Marketplace, providing Azure customers with the ease of deploying ReductStore's time-series database for blob data on IoT Edge devices.

This guide provides instructions on how to deploy ReductStore directly to your IoT Edge devices using the Azure portal.

Prerequisites​

Before beginning the deployment process, ensure that you have:

Deployment Steps​

1. Access ReductStore on Azure Marketplace​

Navigate to the ReductStore listing on the Azure Marketplace. This is your starting point for deploying ReductStore to your IoT environment.

2. Initiate Deployment​

Click on "Get It Now" to start the deployment process. You will be prompted to sign in to your Azure account if you haven't already.

3. Select a Plan​

Decide between the Community and Enterprise plans based on your requirements. The Community plan, free of charge for entities with finances below $2M, offers unrestricted usage and is open under the Business Source License (BUSL-1.1). On the other hand, the Enterprise Edition, suitable for larger firms, includes unlimited usage, free development use, and storage-based pricing, along with continuous support and guidance.

For more detailed information, please visit the pricing page.

4. Configure Deployment Settings​

  • Subscription: Select the Azure subscription you wish to use.

  • Resource Group: Choose an existing resource group or create a new one.

  • IoT Hub: Select the IoT Hub connected to your IoT Edge devices.

  • Edge Device: Choose the edge device where you want to deploy ReductStore.

  • Container Create Options: Specify the settings for creating the container in the Azure IoT Edge module. At a minimum, these settings should include:

    {
      "HostConfig": {
        "PortBindings": {
        "8383/tcp": [
          {
            "HostPort": "8383"
          }
        ]
      },
      "Binds": [
          "/absolute/path/to/your/folder:/data"
        ]
      }
    }
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For defining the correct environment variables and additional configurations, refer to the configuration page.

5. Review and Create​

Double-check your configurations and click "Create" to initiate the deployment. The process may take a few minutes to complete.

Troubleshooting​

Encounter issues? Here are a few common problems and their solutions:

  • Deployment Failures: Check the Azure Activity Log for detailed error messages. Ensure your IoT Hub and Edge devices are correctly set up and online.
  • Connectivity Issues: Verify that your network settings allow communication between your IoT Edge devices and ReductStore.
  • Missing Data: Ensure that your data is being sent to the correct port and that the data is in the correct format. For more information, see the HTTP API Reference.
  • Performance Issues: Check the CPU and memory usage of your IoT Edge device. If necessary, upgrade your device to a more powerful one.
  • Out of Memory Errors: Setup a FIFO quota for your IoT Edge device to prevent it from running out of memory. For more information, see the how-does-it-work page.
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