Installing a self-managed DataMiner Agent
If you want to take care of hosting and managing your DataMiner System yourself, there are two ways you can install the DataMiner Agents:
The table below outlines the main differences between these installation methods.
| DataMiner Installer | Pre-installed DataMiner Virtual Hard Disk |
|---|---|
| Allows installation on an existing machine. | Requires a new VM. |
| Storage options: - StaaS (recommended) - Self-managed storage with dedicated clustered storage setup (requires expert knowledge) |
Storage options: - StaaS (recommended) - Self-managed storage with dedicated clustered storage setup (requires expert knowledge) - Self-managed storage deployed on the same Windows machine (for small-scale setups only) |
Note
By default, a DataMiner System is deployed with a Community Edition license. For information on pricing and limitations for this license, see DataMiner Community Edition.