When deploying SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) images in
cloud environments like Microsoft Azure, there are specific images tailored for
different use cases. Two such images are the standard SUSE Linux Enterprise
Server 15 (SLES 15) and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server for SAP Applications 15
(SLES for SAP 15). Here are the key differences between the two:
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 (SLES 15)
- General
Purpose: SLES 15 is designed as a versatile operating system suitable
for a wide range of enterprise applications and workloads. It provides a
stable and secure platform with comprehensive support for hardware and
software.
- Standard
Features: Includes features like Modular+ architecture, enhanced
security, virtualization support, and container management.
- Use
Cases: Ideal for general enterprise workloads, including web services,
databases, development environments, and more.
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server for SAP Applications 15 (SLES
for SAP 15)
- Optimized
for SAP: Specifically tailored for running SAP workloads, including
SAP HANA, SAP NetWeaver, and SAP S/4HANA. It is optimized to meet the
performance and reliability needs of SAP applications.
- High
Availability: Includes built-in high availability (HA) extensions to
ensure continuous operation of SAP systems. This is crucial for
mission-critical SAP environments.
- Performance
Tuning: Comes with performance tuning and optimization features
specifically designed for SAP applications to ensure optimal use of
resources.
- Support
for SAP Workloads: Provides additional support tools and services for
SAP applications, including automated deployment capabilities and enhanced
maintenance tools.
- Use
Cases: Best suited for enterprises running SAP workloads, offering
features that ensure high performance, reliability, and ease of
maintenance for SAP systems.
Key Differences in Azure Deployment:
- Image
Configuration: The SLES for SAP 15 image comes pre-configured with
settings and optimizations specific to SAP workloads, whereas the standard
SLES 15 image is more general-purpose.
- Built-in
Features: SLES for SAP includes additional components like the
SAP-specific High Availability Extension and tuning packages that are not
present in the standard SLES 15 image.
- Cost
Considerations: The pricing for SLES for SAP may differ in Azure due
to the additional features and support services provided for SAP
environments.
When choosing between these images on Azure, it’s important
to consider the specific requirements of your workload. If you are running SAP
applications, the SLES for SAP image is designed to provide the necessary
optimizations and support. For more general workloads, the standard SLES 15
image may be more appropriate.
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