SUSE Storage
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What is SUSE Storage
SUSE Storage is a software-defined storage platform based on Ceph that provides distributed block, object, and file storage for Linux and Kubernetes environments. It is used by infrastructure and platform teams to deliver persistent storage for containerized applications and private cloud workloads. The product focuses on on-premises and hybrid deployments with integration into SUSE’s Kubernetes and Linux ecosystem, rather than being a developer-focused hosted PaaS.
Ceph-based storage services
It provides block (RBD), object (RGW), and file (CephFS) storage from a single distributed storage cluster. This supports multiple application storage patterns without deploying separate storage products. The architecture is designed for scale-out capacity and resilience using commodity hardware.
Kubernetes persistent storage integration
It supports container platforms by exposing storage to Kubernetes through CSI drivers and common Kubernetes storage constructs. This helps platform teams standardize persistent volumes for stateful workloads. It aligns with infrastructure-as-code and cluster operations practices used in Kubernetes environments.
Enterprise packaging and support
SUSE packages, tests, and supports the Ceph stack as a product with enterprise lifecycle management. This can reduce the operational risk compared with self-assembling upstream components. It also provides a single vendor support path for customers standardizing on SUSE infrastructure software.
Not a general PaaS
Despite being listed under PaaS, the product’s core function is storage infrastructure rather than application runtime, deployment, or developer platform services. Teams looking for managed functions, app hosting, or integrated developer workflows typically need additional products. Positioning it as PaaS can create expectation gaps during evaluation.
Operational complexity of Ceph
Ceph clusters require careful design, monitoring, and ongoing operations (capacity planning, failure domains, performance tuning). Organizations without storage expertise may face a steeper learning curve. Day-2 operations can be significant compared with fully managed cloud storage services.
Hardware and performance dependencies
Performance and reliability depend heavily on hardware choices (disk types, networking, node sizing) and topology. Misconfiguration can lead to latency or throughput issues for stateful workloads. Achieving predictable performance may require higher-end networking and disciplined operational practices.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Storage (SUSE Application Collection / Longhorn-based) | Contact SUSE / Request pricing | Kubernetes-native distributed block storage (based on Longhorn). Deploy via Rancher or SUSE Application Collection; enterprise packaging and support available via SUSE Rancher Suite; Longhorn upstream is free open-source. No public per-seat or per-node pricing published on SUSE product pages; customers are directed to Request Pricing or Partner/Marketplace channels. |
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SUSE S.A.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
1992
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