The release of Autobase 2.10 brings significant enhancements for PostgreSQL administrators, focusing on simplifying day-to-day operations and expanding automation. This version introduces new cluster management capabilities that are accessible directly from the Console UI, along with advanced configuration options and additional Ansible playbooks. Below are the key highlights:
Cluster Management Actions – The Autobase Enterprise UI now includes an Actions menu for common PostgreSQL cluster operations, allowing administrators to perform switchover, failover, replica reinstallation, restart, stop/start, and cluster deletion without needing to execute manual commands or scripts.
System Parameters Tab – A new System tab has been added to the Parameters page, providing access to advanced system configuration. This includes settings for Regional Settings, Host Mappings, DNS Servers, NTP Servers, Kernel Parameters, and SSH Public Keys, enabling more precise control over cluster nodes.
Local Disk Storage Option – Autobase now supports deploying PostgreSQL data on the local disk, eliminating the need for an additional network volume. To activate this mode, set the volume size to
0or explicitly select System Disk in Expert Mode. This can reduce storage costs and complexity for certain environments.Extended Ansible Playbooks – A new set of Ansible playbooks has been included to automate common PostgreSQL cluster operations. This allows DevOps teams to integrate Autobase with their existing infrastructure-as-code practices, enabling repeatable and consistent deployments.
These changes are particularly valuable for developers and DBAs who manage PostgreSQL at scale. The UI-driven cluster actions reduce the learning curve and minimize human error, while the system parameters tab offers deeper visibility and control. The local disk option simplifies storage provisioning, and the additional Ansible playbooks foster automation and reproducibility. Overall, Autobase 2.10 strengthens its position as a comprehensive management platform for PostgreSQL, bringing operational efficiency to the forefront.
Source: https://www.postgresql.org/about/news/autobase-210-released-3357/