Azure Database Migration Service
Simplify, automate, and accelerate database migration to Azure.
Overview
Azure Database Migration Service is a managed service that helps you migrate your on-premises databases to Azure with minimal downtime. It provides a resilient and self-healing migration process, and it can be used for both online and offline migrations.
✨ Key Features
- Online and offline migrations
- Support for various source databases (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, etc.)
- Migration to Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and more
- Pre-migration assessment and recommendations
- Managed and resilient migration process
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Strong integration with the Azure ecosystem and other Microsoft products
- Guided, wizard-like experience for migrations
Unique Value: Provides a streamlined and automated path for migrating a variety of databases to the Azure platform with minimal downtime.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Migrating SQL Server databases to Azure SQL with high availability.
- Performing large-scale database migrations as part of a broader cloud adoption strategy.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Migrating to non-Azure cloud platforms.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more integrated experience for migrating to Azure SQL and other Azure data services compared to third-party tools.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Azure Support Plans tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: A free tier is available for certain scenarios and instance types.
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