On-premises data gateway

An on-premises data gateway is a software component provided by Microsoft that allows securely connecting cloud services, such as Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, Azure Analysis Services, etc., to data sources located on-premises or in a virtual private network (VPN).

The on-premises data gateway enables data transfer between cloud services and on-premises data sources, acts as a bridge for authentication and authorization processes, optimizes data access by reducing latency, and provides secure communication channels.

The on-premises data gateway supports various data sources including SQL Server, SharePoint Server, Oracle Database, Teradata, DB2, SAP HANA, SAP BW, File Shares, Azure SQL Database, and more. The full list can be found in the Microsoft documentation.

To install the on-premises data gateway, you need to download the installation package from Microsoft's website and follow the provided installation wizard. Detailed instructions can be found in the official documentation.

Yes, you can install and configure multiple instances of the on-premises data gateway to handle different data sources or to distribute workload. Each instance operates independently with its own configuration settings.

The on-premises data gateway uses industry-standard encryption and secure protocols to establish a secure connection between cloud services and on-premises data sources. It also supports user authentication, role-based permissions, and data encryption at rest.

The on-premises data gateway can work without a VPN connection but using a VPN enhances security when accessing on-premises data sources. It is recommended to use a VPN when dealing with sensitive or critical data.

Yes, the on-premises data gateway is designed to work seamlessly with various Azure services, including Azure Analysis Services, Logic Apps, Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate (formerly called Flow), and more.

Yes, the on-premises data gateway is compatible with Windows as well as Linux platforms. However, certain features or connectors may have specific platform requirements. Refer to Microsoft's documentation for detailed information.

Microsoft provides a cloud-based portal called 'Power Platform Admin Center' (previously known as 'Power BI Admin Center') to monitor, configure, and manage the on-premises data gateway deployments. It provides usage statistics, health diagnostics, and other management capabilities.