Upgrade volume performance without downtime: VolumeAttributesClass on OpenShift

· Red Hat · Feb. 3, 2026, 2:35 p.m.
Summary
This blog post describes the new VolumeAttributesClass (VAC) feature in OpenShift 4.21, which allows developers to modify persistent volume performance attributes without downtime. Traditionally, such upgrades required disruptive processes like tearing down volumes or complex migrations. VAC enhances flexibility by permitting live performance modifications, which can significantly improve operational efficiency and adaptability in cloud environments.
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