Karios Atlas
The Intelligent DCIM of Digital Infrastructure
Introducing Karios Atlas, our revolutionary Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) platform designed specifically for hyperconverged environments.
Built on an enhanced, open-source foundation, Atlas isn’t just a tool; it’s the “brain” embedded directly into the Karios hypervisor and operating system. This means seamless, automated control over every asset, physical or virtual, turning chaos into clarity for IT teams, operators, and business leaders alike.
Whether you’re a startup scaling edge deployments, an enterprise chasing sustainability goals, or a technologist streamlining zero-touch operations, Karios Atlas delivers total visibility and automation. No more spreadsheets, silos, or manual guesswork.
What Makes Karios Atlas Different?
At its core, Karios Atlas is our custom fork of NetBox, the gold-standard open-source tool for modeling infrastructure and managing IP addresses. NetBox helps teams track everything from server racks to network connections in one authoritative place, ditching outdated manual methods.
But we didn’t stop there. Under NetBox’s flexible Apache 2.0 license, we’ve supercharged it for modern needs, like automated provisioning, eco-friendly tracking, and IoT integration, and woven it straight into Karios Core.
This native integration makes Atlas an active orchestrator, not a passive database. It powers end-to-end lifecycle management: discover new hardware, provision it automatically, update firmware, and even decommission it, all without lifting a finger.
Key Enhancements : Built for the Future
Karios Atlas goes beyond basic inventory to handle the complexities of hyperconverged setups. We’ve expanded its reach to model every detail of your datacenter or edge site, from servers to sensors.
| Enhancement | Description | Technical Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Comprehensive Asset Coverage | Tracks racks, nodes, NICs, CPUs, storage, power chains, IoT devices (e.g., sensors, AC units), and even environmental factors like airflow and carbon emissions. | Uses open standards for a single source of truth; API-driven updates tie directly into hypervisor orchestration for real-time visibility. |
| Custom Fields for Zero-Touch Provisioning | Easily add schema extensions for BIOS, firmware, RAID, and thermal configs, deployed via one workflow. | Enables click-based customization; ensures provisioning decisions pull from complete datasets without config drift. |
| Integrated Zero-Touch Provisioning | Powers full lifecycle: discovery, provisioning, firmware updates, and decommissioning. | Native hypervisor embedding eliminates external dependencies; supports automated workflows for bare-metal and virtual assets. |
| Native Protocol Support | Orchestrates via Redfish (RESTful hardware API), Intel vPro (remote management), and PiKVM (out-of-band for HDMI/USB). | Provisions BMC-equipped servers and non-BMC devices like laptops/desktops; extends to edge/IoT without custom agents. |
| Support for Existing Deployments | Integrates with your current NetBox setup while upgrading to Karios features. | Hybrid compatibility protects investments; migrates data seamlessly into hypervisor automation. |
These upgrades make Karios Atlas future-proof:
any API-exposed device becomes part of your intelligent ecosystem.
Why Karios Atlas Powers Smarter Operations
Imagine your infrastructure knowing itself, anticipating needs, optimizing resources, and staying compliant effortlessly. By embedding Atlas into the hypervisor’s control plane, we transform DCIM from a reporting tool into an operational powerhouse. Here’s how it delivers value across your organization:
| Benefit | For Business Leaders | For Technologists & Operators |
|---|---|---|
| Zero-Touch Provisioning (via Karios Forge) | Scales deployments without hiring more staff; reduces downtime risks. | Auto-discovers/registers hardware (servers, IoT, networks) via protocols like Redfish, zero manual steps. |
| Complete Automation & Orchestration | Maximizes ROI on hardware by intelligently allocating CPUs, power, and IPs. | Hypervisor accesses real-time facts (e.g., cooling capacity) for dynamic workload orchestration. |
| Sustainability & Compliance | Meets ESG/LEED goals with built-in emissions tracking; supports carbon-neutral ops. | Granular monitoring of power chains and cooling; generates reports without add-ons. |
| Future-Proof Operations | Adapts to new tech stacks via open APIs; minimizes vendor lock-in. | Integrates any programmable device; extensible schema for evolving hyperconverged needs. |
Our Competitive Edge: Leading the Hyperconverged Revolution
In a market dominated by legacy players, Karios stands alone. No other hypervisor, VMware, Nutanix, or Proxmox, natively embeds DCIM like we do.
They lean on third-party bolt-ons or manual processes, creating gaps in automation and visibility. Karios Atlas gives us a clear, two-year lead. See the difference:
| Feature | Karios Atlas | Competitors (e.g., VMware, Nutanix, Proxmox) |
|---|---|---|
| Embedded DCIM/IPAM | Native in hypervisor core | Third-party integrations or agent-based |
| Zero-Touch for Non-BMC Devices | Full support via vPro, PiKVM, Redfish | Limited to BMC servers; manual for edge/desktops |
| End-to-End Lifecycle Management | Hypervisor-orchestrated from discovery to decommissioning | Fragmented tools for provisioning/firmware |
| Protocol Coverage | Redfish, vPro, DASH, PiKVM | Partial (e.g., Redfish only); no out-of-band for non-servers |
| NetBox Compatibility | Seamless hybrid adoption | No native support; requires custom migrations |
This isn't incremental, it's a paradigm shift,
making Karios the first truly intelligent datacenter OS.
The Bottom Line: Intelligence Built In, Not Added On
Karios Atlas isn’t an afterthought; it’s the foundation of our hyperconverged platform. By fusing DCIM, IPAM, bare-metal management, and provisioning into one API-driven system, we deliver unparalleled visibility and control, as long as your device speaks an API, Karios sees it, manages it, and optimizes it.