These are the frequently asked questions for Vultr Managed Apache Kafka®.
You can upgrade the plan for Vultr Managed Apache Kafka® using the Vultr Customer Portal, API, or CLI. However, downgrading is not supported, as reducing the hard disk size could lead to potential data loss. Plan upgrades are seamless, ensuring that your Kafka cluster has more resources without disrupting service.
Yes, it is possible to switch the datacenter location using the Vultr Customer Portal, API, or CLI. However, please note that changing the datacenter location takes time, as data from the current location must be transferred to the new one. This process ensures your data is securely migrated, but may involve some downtime during the transfer.
Yes, you can specify a specific upgrade window using the Vultr Customer Portal, API, or CLI. During maintenance, the DNS for the service will remain unchanged, but the underlying IP address will be updated. New maintenance updates will be automatically installed within a four-hour window starting from the designated time you set. This process ensures minimal disruption to your services while maintaining your system's performance and security.
Yes, Vultr Managed Apache Kafka® is available in 32 global locations around the world and can be easily provisioned using the Vultr Customer Portal, API, or CLI. This extensive network of locations ensures that you can deploy Kafka close to your users for optimal performance and low latency, allowing you to meet your data processing needs effectively.
Yes, you can integrate Vultr Managed Apache Kafka® with Vultr Serverless Inference for AI deployments. This integration ensures that the Turnkey RAG vector database is continuously updated with the latest data, allowing AI models to generate real-time, accurate outputs without the need for manual data uploads. This capability is crucial for businesses that depend on AI-driven decision-making, as it streamlines data handling and enhances overall operational efficiency.