A simpler way to manage your databases on VMware Cloud Foundation

We're excited to share that VMware Data Services Manager (DSM) 9.1 now supports Microsoft SQL Server—completing the platform's support for the three most popular enterprise databases used with VMware Cloud Foundation.

This means you can now manage PostgreSQL, MySQL, and SQL Server from one unified platform, giving your team the flexibility of cloud services without giving up control over your data.

What's New in DSM 9.1? 

1. Microsoft SQL Server 2022 (Now Available)

Manage SQL Server 2022 with full automation—from setup to daily operations:

• Supports Standard, Enterprise, and Developer editions
• Connects with Active Directory for secure user access
• Built-in high availability with automatic failover in under 30 seconds
• Automated backups, patching, and scaling
• Disaster recovery with point-in-time restore

2. PostgreSQL – Ready for AI (H3)

DSM 9.1 includes pgvector support, which lets you store and search AI data (like vector embeddings) directly in PostgreSQL. This makes it easier to build AI applications—such as smart search and chatbots—entirely within your private cloud.

3. MySQL – Instant Cloning for Faster Development

Developers can now create copies of MySQL databases in seconds instead of days. This speeds up testing and helps teams move faster without waiting on IT.

Why This Matters for Your Business

Built for Control, Not Compromise

Many businesses feel stuck: public cloud databases are easy but expensive and hard to control. On-prem gives you control but takes too much manual work.

DSM 9.1 solves both problems.

You get:

• Self-service for developers – They can request databases instantly through a simple catalog.

• Governance for IT – You set the rules (who gets what, how often backups run, which versions to use).

• One place to manage everything – Databases, virtual machines, and containers all in the same console.

• Works with your DevOps tools – Terraform, GitOps, and CI/CD pipelines supported out of the box.

Security and Compliance You Can Trust

• Data stays in your data center – Full data sovereignty for Saudi organizations

• FIPS 140-2 certified – Meets strict security standards for PostgreSQL and MySQL

• Regulatory ready – Ideal for healthcare, government, and financial services

Need Help Getting Started? 

At Ctelecoms, we help Saudi organizations get the most from their VMware investments. We offer:

• Proof-of-value engagements – See DSM in action with your real workloads
• Database migration services – Move from expensive commercial databases (Oracle, SQL Server) to open-source alternatives with 70–90% licensing cost reduction
• 80%+ automated migration tools – Faster, safer transitions with minimal downtime

DSM 9.1 brings the three databases that power most business applications—SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MySQL—into one easy-to-manage platform built for VMware Cloud Foundation.

Whether you're modernizing your infrastructure, building AI-powered apps, or simply looking to reduce cloud costs and manual work, DSM 9.1 gives you the automation, security, and performance you need—without losing control.

Ready to learn more?

Contact us today and let our team show you how DSM 9.1 can transform your database operations.

Ctelecoms – Your trusted IT partner in Saudi Arabia, helping organizations build smarter, more secure, and more efficient technology foundations.