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MySQL HeatWave release notes 25

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HeatWave: Support for Version 8.0.46-u1
HeatWave now supports MySQL database version 8.0.46-u1 (Bugfix). Note
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureOct 13, 2026
HeatWave: Default MySQL Version Changes to 9.7 LTS
MySQL 9.7 LTS replaces MySQL 8.4 LTS as the default version for new DB systems. New DB systems are now based on MySQL 9.7.2 by default.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureSep 29, 2026
HeatWave: Automatic Storage Expansion Enhanced
Automatic storage expansion now increases the DB system storage when the remaining available storage is 10% or less of the currently allocated storage.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureSep 24, 2026
HeatWave: Blue/Green Deployment
You can now use blue/green deployments to perform low-downtime upgrades and infrastructure changes for standalone DB systems.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureAug 25, 2026
HeatWave: Support for Versions 26.7.0, 9.7.2, and 8.4.11
HeatWave now supports MySQL database versions 26.7.0, 9.7.2, and 8.4.11. These versions provide security and bug fixes. New DB systems are now based on version 8.4.11, by default. You can optionally select version 26.7.0 or 9.7.2 when creating a new DB system.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureJul 28, 2026
HeatWave: Multi-Source Replication
Inbound replication now supports multi-source replication. A replica DB system can connect to up to 18 MySQL sources by using one replication channel for each source. For more information, see Inbound Replication.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureJul 8, 2026
HeatWave: Support for Versions 9.7.1 and 8.4.10
HeatWave now supports MySQL database versions 9.7.1 and 8.4.10. Note
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureJun 16, 2026
HeatWave: Near-Zero Downtime Maintenance Available for All Eligible DB Systems
Near-zero downtime maintenance is now available for all eligible standalone DB systems. For more information, see Maintenance of a Standalone DB System.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureJun 10, 2026
HeatWave: IPv6 Support
You can now create a DB system with an IPv6 address. For more information, see Advanced Option: Connections.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureJun 9, 2026
HeatWave: DB System Cloning
You can now clone an existing standalone or high availability DB system to create a new DB system in the same tenancy. The clone can be created in the same region as the source DB system or in another region.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureMay 21, 2026
HeatWave: Support for Versions 9.7.0, 8.4.9, and 8.0.46
HeatWave now supports MySQL database versions 9.7.0, 8.4.9, and 8.0.46. These versions provide security and bug fixes. New DB systems are now based on version 8.4.9, by default. You can optionally select version 9.7.0 or 8.0.46 when creating a new DB system.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureApr 29, 2026
HeatWave: Controlled Upgrade
You can now perform a controlled upgrade of high availability DB systems in two separate phases, which lets you decide when the downtime of the primary endpoint of the DB system occurs.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureMar 31, 2026
HeatWave: MySQL Logs and OCI Log Analytics
You can now send MySQL logs to the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Log Analytics service. The following MySQL log types are supported: Error log
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureFeb 24, 2026
HeatWave: DB System and Replication Channel Status
HeatWave now lets you view the DB system and replication channel status. This information can be helpful in assessing whether the source and target are ready for a successful failover or switchover.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureFeb 24, 2026
HeatWave: Near-Zero Downtime Maintenance
HeatWave now supports near-zero downtime maintenance, which minimizes disruptions during system updates. For more information, see Maintenance of a Standalone DB System.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureFeb 18, 2026
HeatWave: Maintenance-Disabled Window
You can now enable a maintenance-disabled window during which any non-critical maintenance that imposes downtime is not performed. For more information, see Configuration DB System Maintenance.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureFeb 17, 2026
HeatWave: Flexible Configuration
HeatWave now provides you with the flexibility to edit more user variables when you create or copy a configuration. For more information, see Configuration Variables.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureFeb 11, 2026
HeatWave: Export Backup
HeatWave now lets you export an active DB system backup to an Object Storage bucket in the same or different compartment of the same tenancy. For more information, see Exporting a Backup.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureJan 31, 2026
HeatWave: Support for Versions 9.6.0, 8.4.8, and 8.0.45
HeatWave now supports MySQL database 9.6.0, 8.4.8, and 8.0.45 versions. These versions provide security and bug fixes. New DB systems are now based on the 8.4.8 version, by default. You can optionally select 9.6.0 or 8.0.45 when creating a new DB system.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureJan 20, 2026
HeatWave: MySQL Studio
You can now enable MySQL Studio on a standalone DB system. For more information, see Enabling or Disabling MySQL Studio.
MySQL HeatWaveFeatureJan 16, 2026