Self-hosting FAQ

Which product components does Neptune consist of?

Neptune consists of:

• The app: A server with a web interface.
• The API: Two Python client libraries, designed for logging and querying metadata, respectively.

Can we use Neptune without Kubernetes?

Depending on your setup, it may be possible to deploy and use Neptune without Kubernetes. Contact us at support@neptune.ai.

Which services of our own should we provide?

We recommend providing your own ClickHouse, MySQL, and Redis, but these can also be part of the Neptune deployment.

For details, see the architecture overview.

Does Neptune support S3 or ABS for object storage?

Only local SSD and HDD disk storage is directly supported, but it's possible to set up a hybrid configuration.

How much storage space is required?

We recommend at least 2.7 TB, but the storage requirement depends on the amount of actual logged experiment metadata.

For details, see Prerequisites: Storage.

How disruptive are upgrades or recoveries?

Zero downtime is typical, but major changes may require planned downtime.

For details, see:

• Upgrading and maintenance
• Backup and recovery

For additional questions, contact us at support@neptune.ai.