In a MID Server Load Balanced Cluster, what is a requirement?

For a MID Server Load Balanced Cluster, it is essential that all MID Servers have the same capabilities. This requirement ensures that any MID Server in the cluster can handle the workloads and tasks assigned by the ServiceNow instance. When MID Servers possess identical capabilities, it allows for efficient load balancing, as any server can take on any of the tasks without compatibility issues. It also simplifies maintenance and scaling because you can add or remove servers with minimal impact on the overall functionality and performance of the cluster. This uniformity is crucial to achieving a reliable and effective load-balanced environment that meets the demands of Discovery processes efficiently.

While there are other aspects that contribute to the functionality of a MID Server cluster, such as connectivity to networks and operating environments, the uniform capability across MID Servers is foundational for proper functionality and load distribution.