We’re pleased to announce the release of Tungsten Dashboard v8.0.4, delivering major improvements in Kubernetes deployment, better handling of hybrid SSL environments, improved connection reliability, and new interface options that give users greater control over how cluster data is displayed.
This release focuses on making Dashboard easier to deploy in modern cloud environments while also improving usability and performance for day-to-day cluster monitoring.
Key Improvements in v8.0.4
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Kubernetes Deployment
Streamlined installation workflow; tested on AWS EKS -
Hybrid SSL Topologies
Improved handling of clusters using mixed SSL and non SSL connections -
TCP Connection Reliability
Improved connection performance, resilience, and error handling -
Flexible Cluster Views
Compact layout and column selection for customizable cluster monitoring -
Usability Improvements
Clearer topology status indicators and improved diagnostics -
Bug Fixes
Stability improvements in cluster state handling, and REST validation
Stronger Kubernetes Deployment Experience
Tungsten Dashboard v8.0.4 significantly improves the installation experience in Kubernetes environments. The deployment process has been streamlined with fewer manual questions and more automation, reducing the complexity of getting the Dashboard up and running.
Installation prompts are now grouped by topic and include a step counter to make the process clearer and easier to follow. The installer can automatically configure Ingress access, allowing the Dashboard to be exposed inside the cluster without requiring manual port forwarding. Both SSL and non-SSL configurations are supported.
Note:
Ingress can be automatically enabled using the NGINX Ingress Controller for Kubernetes. NGINX is installed and configured automatically when the user confirms the prompt.
Additional improvements include automatic StorageClass detection to prevent pods from getting stuck in a pending state, improved Helm configuration handling, and the ability to automatically create Kubernetes secrets for certificates during installation.
These changes have been fully tested on AWS EKS, ensuring a reliable deployment experience for Kubernetes users.
Improved Hybrid SSL Topology Handling
Managing clusters with mixed SSL configurations is now significantly easier. Tungsten Dashboard v8.0.4 improves detection and handling of hybrid SSL topologies, including more reliable automatic certificate retrieval and clearer error reporting.
The system now properly handles clusters where some connections use SSL while others do not, ensuring accurate connection status and simplifying cluster configuration management.
Better Connection Performance & Reliability
This release also improves TCP connection handling, making communication with cluster nodes more efficient and resilient. Error handling has been enhanced across the Dashboard to ensure that failed connections or missing host information produce clear, actionable messages instead of generic client errors.
These changes improve overall stability when monitoring clusters, especially in larger or more complex deployments.
More Flexible Cluster Views
Tungsten Dashboard v8.0.4 introduces new display options that make it easier to tailor the interface to your workflow.
A new compact layout mode reduces row height and spacing, allowing administrators to see more clusters and nodes on screen at once. This is particularly useful for environments managing many clusters.
The cluster nodes table now also supports column selection, allowing users to choose exactly which metrics and attributes are visible. Specific columns with Datasource, Replication or Dataserver information can be shown or hidden as needed. Dashboard preferences are stored locally so the layout persists across sessions.
Additional Improvements
Several usability improvements further refine the experience. Cluster status icons have been updated to better highlight topology warnings, and the certificate fetching workflow now displays a pending indicator while the operation is in progress. The diagnostic collection tool has also been enhanced to capture additional cluster configuration data for troubleshooting.
Bug Fixes
This release includes multiple bug fixes addressing cluster state corruption scenarios caused by connection failures, improved REST request validation, and clearer error handling when host data is missing or incomplete.
The Kubernetes installation workflow has also been hardened to prevent misleading installation messages and improve timeout handling during deployments.
Learn More
For complete technical details, please refer to the Tungsten Dashboard v8.0.4 release notes.
If you have questions about deploying Dashboard in Kubernetes, configuring hybrid SSL environments, or optimizing cluster monitoring, the Continuent team is happy to help.
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