Network Management

Self-Led Project Plan for High Availability

This article provides a step-by-step guide for self-led onboarding of SolarWinds High Availability (HA). It includes installation, configuration of HA pools, license activation, optional deployment steps, failover testing, and best practices to help you ensure continuous availability, minimize downtime, and maintain optimal performance of your SolarWinds Platform environment effectively.

First published date

8/18/2025 4:52 PM

Last published date

8/18/2025 4:52 PM

Overview

Installation & Setup

Review High Availability Requirements

Go over prerequisites and compatibility for your environment.
HA Requirements

Assist with Install/Configuration Wizard

Walk through the High Availability installation and configuration wizard.
HA Installation

Activate HA License

Activate the HA license after installation.
HA Licensing


Pool Setup

Set Up the HA Pool

Configure the HA pool for single or multi-subnet deployment, including VIP or virtual hostname and DNS options.
Set Up HA Pools

Optional Deployment Steps

Review optional deployment settings after pool creation.
HA Deployment Overview


Failover Testing

Perform a Test Failover

Test the High Availability failover process to confirm functionality.
Manage HA Pools


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