The whitesky cloud platform consists of two main components: the G8 cloud location infrastructure and the Meneja management system, providing a complete, self-healing cloud foundation.
whitesky cloud location (G8)
The G8 represents our hyper-converged cloud infrastructure that forms the foundation of every whitesky deployment.
Managed Service Excellence
Comprehensive Management
- Managed by whitesky as a service with complete lifecycle support:
- Professional installation and configuration
- Continuous update/upgrade/troubleshooting
- 24/7 monitoring and support
- Proactive maintenance and optimization
Service Level Commitment
- Enterprise-grade SLAs with guaranteed uptime
- Rapid response times for critical issues
- Preventive maintenance to avoid downtime
- Performance optimization for maximum efficiency
Scalable Architecture
Block-Based Design
- Deployed in blocks of up to 6 servers with always n+1 spare server
- Identical hardware configuration within each block for consistency
- Flexible block types providing compute, block storage, object storage, or combinations
- Seamless expansion by adding additional blocks as needed
Deployment Flexibility
- Minimal size: 1 block with 3 servers for small deployments
- Maximum size: Unlimited scaling potential
- Mixed workloads with specialized blocks for different use cases
- Geographic distribution across multiple locations
Software Defined Storage
In-House Innovation
- 100% in-house developed storage system, fully integrated with the platform
- Not based on Ceph - purpose-built for whitesky’s specific requirements
- Erasure coding for maximum data durability with minimal overhead
- Optimized performance for both virtual machines and object storage
Advanced Storage Features
- vDisk live migration to support server maintenance and IO rebalancing
- Flash backend support for high-performance workloads
- HDD backend with flash cache for cost-effective capacity
- Dual-purpose design supporting both vDisk (log structured storage) and S3 compatible storage
Data Protection
- Automatic redundancy across multiple servers and blocks
- Self-healing capabilities with automatic data reconstruction
- Consistent performance regardless of hardware failures
- Zero-downtime maintenance with live migration capabilities
Infrastructure Features
Self-Healing Infrastructure
- Automatic failure detection and recovery
- Proactive monitoring of all system components
- Intelligent workload redistribution during maintenance
- Predictive analytics for preventing issues before they occur
Seamless Updates
- VM and vDisk live migration combined with block-based server deployment
- Zero-downtime updates of everything, including the host OS
- Rolling updates across the entire infrastructure
- Automated rollback capabilities for safety
whitesky cloud location manager (Meneja)
The Meneja system provides centralized management and orchestration across all whitesky cloud locations.
Central Management
Unified Control Interface
- Central management UI for managing multiple cloud locations
- Single pane of glass for all infrastructure operations
- Consistent management across geographically distributed sites
- Role-based access for different administrative functions
Monitoring and Analytics
- Comprehensive monitoring of all system components:
- Capacity planning and utilization tracking
- Performance indicators and trend analysis
- Resource consumption and optimization recommendations
- Predictive analytics for proactive management
Configuration Management
Standardized Operations
- Configuration management across all locations
- Policy enforcement for security and compliance
- Automated deployment of updates and patches
- Consistency validation across the entire fleet
Resource Distribution
- Virtual machine image management with validation and distribution
- CD-ROM image distribution for installation and maintenance
- Automated synchronization across all locations
- Version control and rollback capabilities
Network and Hardware Management
External Network Management
- External network configuration and monitoring
- Connectivity management between locations
- Bandwidth optimization and traffic routing
- Network security and access control
GPU Management
- GPU resource allocation and monitoring
- vGPU configuration and management
- Performance optimization for GPU workloads
- Hardware lifecycle management
Business Operations
Image Management
- Virtual machine template management and validation
- Automated image distribution across locations
- Security scanning and compliance validation
- Lifecycle management for operating system images
Reseller and Billing
- Reseller management and onboarding
- Multi-tenant billing with detailed usage tracking
- Revenue sharing and partner management
- Automated invoicing and payment processing
Sovereignty and Control
- Complete data sovereignty with on-premises deployment options
- No vendor lock-in with open standards and APIs
- Full control over hardware and software stack
- Compliance-ready for regulatory requirements
- Enterprise-grade reliability with self-healing capabilities
- Predictable performance with dedicated resources
- Scalable architecture that grows with your needs
- 24/7 monitoring and support
Cost Effectiveness
- Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
- Efficient resource utilization with intelligent management
- Reduced operational overhead with automated management
- Flexible deployment options to optimize costs
The whitesky platform provides the foundation for modern, scalable, and sovereign cloud infrastructure. With our unique combination of in-house developed technology, comprehensive management tools, and enterprise-grade support, you get a cloud platform that truly works for your business.
Whether you’re building a private cloud for internal use or offering cloud services to customers, our platform provides the reliability, performance, and control you need to succeed.