Scale MongoDB® Standalone to Replica Set

Easily upgrade your fully managed MongoDB® Database at ScaleGrid from a standalone deployment to a highly available replica set, and customize your geographic distribution in the cloud.

Convert a MongoDB® Standalone Deployment to a Replica Set

1. Log into the ScaleGrid console.

2. Go to your MongoDB® cluster details page.

3. On the Overview tab, click the Scale button and select "Convert to replica set."

4. Select your replication type: 2 + 1 Arbiter, 3 Replicas, 4 + 1 Arbiter

5. Select your data center regions for your new Primary and Standby locations.

6. Review and click the green "Upgrade" button to convert your standalone deployment to a replica set.