SQL DB max storage expansion options beyond 5 TB

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SQL DB max storage expansion options beyond 5 TB

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 The following link shows the max storage for Business Critical 4TB. You may upgrade your database to Hyperscale.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-sql/database/service-tiers-sql-database-vcore?view=azuresql#service-tiers

Can I move my existing databases in Azure SQL Database to the Hyperscale service tier?

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-sql/database/service-tier-hyperscale-frequently-asked-questions-faq?view=azuresql#can-i-move-my-existing-databases-in-azure-sql-database-to-the-hyperscale-service-tier-  

What is my downtime during migration from an on-premises or virtual machine environment to Hyperscale, and how can I minimize it?

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-sql/database/service-tier-hyperscale-frequently-asked-questions-faq?view=azuresql#what-is-my-downtime-during-migration-from-an-on-premises-or-virtual-machine-environment-to-hyperscale--and-how-can-i-minimize-it-

How does the Hyperscale service tier differ from the General Purpose and Business Critical service tiers?

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-sql/database/service-tier-hyperscale-frequently-asked-questions-faq?view=azuresql#how-does-the-hyperscale-service-tier-differ-from-the-general-purpose-and-business-critical-service-tiers-

 

Can I bring my on-premises or IaaS SQL Server license to Hyperscale?

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-sql/database/service-tier-hyperscale-frequently-asked-questions-faq?view=azuresql#can-i-bring-my-on-premises-or-iaas-sql-server-license-to-hyperscale-

Hyperscale can go upto 128 vCores depending on the region and hardware availability. You  may want to explore their region and Hyperscale premium-series in the pricing page.

https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/pricing/details/azure-sql-database/single/

Thank You!