diff --git a/faq/blockstorage-migration.mdx b/faq/blockstorage-migration.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..c56352e7ba --- /dev/null +++ b/faq/blockstorage-migration.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,69 @@ +--- +meta: +title: Block Storage Migration FAQ +description: Explore Scaleway Block Storage with our comprehensive FAQ covering performance, persistence, and more. Learn how Block Storage compares to Local Storage and its compatibility with Scaleway resources. +content: +h1: Block Storage Migration +dates: +validation: 2025-01-07 +category: storage +productIcon: BlockStorageProductIcon +--- + +Scaleway is transitioning the management of Block Storage volumes and snapshots from the **Instance API** to the **Block Storage API**. This migration enhances performance, scalability, and provides access to new features. Below are the most frequently asked questions regarding this transition. + +## What is changing with the migration? + +The management of Block Storage **volumes and snapshots** is moving from the Instance API to the Block Storage API. After the migration: + +* All your **volumes and snapshots** will be fully managed through the Block Storage API. +* **New features** and improvements will be available for your volumes, such as resizing and enhanced performance. +* The existing **Instance API** will no longer handle volume and snapshot operations. + +## How do I migrate my existing volumes or snapshots? + +For a step-by-step guide, visit [How to migrate volumes and snapshots](/instances/how-to/migrate-volumes-snapshots-to-sbs/). + +## What happens if I do not migrate my unified volumes or snapshots? + +To ensure continued access to managing your volumes, you must convert your **unified volumes and snapshots** into either **local** or **Block volumes** before the **end-of-life date of June 2nd, 2025**. After this date, unified volumes and snapshots will no longer be supported by any API. + +### Key migration deadlines: + +* April 30th, 2025: + + Creation of new unified volumes via the Instance API will be disabled. + + Unified volumes will no longer be supported by the Instance API. +* June 2nd, 2025: + + Unified volumes and snapshots **can no longer be managed via any API**. Existing unified resources must be converted by this date to avoid loss of manageability. + +## Will there be any downtime during the migration? + +There will be no downtime if you migrate your existing volumes to the Block Storage API, however only the volume's representation is migrated to the SBS API; the data itself does not move. + + + This means the migrated volume will not benefit from low latency or higher IOPS, as it **retains the original `b_ssd` characteristics**. + + +To convert an existing volume to the new Block Storage Low Latency, you can use the [snapshot export/import feature](/instances/how-to/migrate-volumes-snapshots-to-sbs/#migrating-using-the-snapshot-exportimport-features), however this manual process may result in downtime during the volume replacement. + +## Will migration affect my billing? + +The migration itself is **free**, but after migrating, your volumes will be billed according to the [Block Storage pricing](https://www.scaleway.com/en/docs/block-storage/pricing/). + +## How can I convert a Block Storage legacy volume into a Block Storage Low Latency volume? + +Although there is no direct way to change the storage class of a volume while preserving its ID, you can still convert a Block Storage legacy volume (along with its data) into a Block Storage Low Latency volume using the snapshot export/import features as a temporary solution. This allows you to transition a Block Storage legacy (`b_ssd`) snapshot into a Block Storage Low Latency (`sbs_5k` or `sbs_15k`) snapshot and then turn the snapshot into a Block Storage Low Latency volume. + + + The process below requires manual intervention and **does not preserve the original volume's ID**. + + +While this approach allows you to transition to a Block Storage Low Latency volume, it is only a workaround. + +1. [Create a snapshot of your Block Storage legacy volume](/instances/how-to/create-a-snapshot/). +2. [Export the snapshot](/instances/api-cli/snapshot-import-export-feature/#exporting-snapshots). +3. [Import the snapshot into a new Low Latency volume](https://www.scaleway.com/en/developers/api/block/#path-snapshot-import-a-snapshot-from-a-scaleway-object-storage-bucket). + +Find out how to [migrate your Block Storage volumes and snapshots](/instances/how-to/migrate-volumes-snapshots-to-sbs/) from the Instance API to the Block Storage API. + +Find out about the [advantages of migrating the management of your volumes and snapshots](/block-storage/reference-content/advantages-migrating-to-sbs) from the Instance API to the Block Storage API.