Configuring Azure AI Search Vector Database Connector

The Azure AI Search Vector Database Connector allows you to integrate Azure AI Search as a vector database for storing and retrieving vectorized data in your pipelines. This guide explains the configuration options available when setting up an Azure AI Search vector database connector.

Configuration Fields

Field Summary

Field	Description	Required
Name	A descriptive name to identify the connector within Vectorize	Yes
Azure AI Search Service Name	The name of your Azure AI Search service	Yes
API Key	The API Key for authentication	Yes

Finding Required Information in Azure AI Search

Azure AI Search Service Name

To find your Azure AI Search service name:

1. Log in to the Azure Portal
2. Navigate to your Azure AI Search service
3. The service name is displayed at the top of the overview page

API Key

To find your API Key:

1. In your Azure AI Search service in the Azure Portal
2. Go to the "Keys" section
3. Copy one of the admin keys (primary or secondary)
4. Store the key securely, as it provides full access to your search service

Configuring the Integration

1. From the main menu, click on Vector Databases
2. Click New Vector Database Integration
3. Select the Azure AI Search card
4. Fill in the required fields:
   • Enter a descriptive name for the connector
   • Enter your Azure AI Search Service Name
   • Enter your API Key
5. Click Create Azure AI Search Integration to test and save your configuration

Usage in Pipelines

When configuring a pipeline, you can select this Azure AI Search integration as the vector database output. You'll need to specify an index name where Vectorize will write the vectorized data.

Index Name Configuration

When using Azure AI Search in a pipeline, you'll need to specify:

• Index Name: The name of the index in Azure AI Search where the vectorized data will be stored. If the index doesn't exist, it will be created automatically.
  • Must only contain lowercase letters, numbers, or dashes
  • Cannot start or end with a dash

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues while creating the integration:

• Verify that your Azure AI Search Service Name is correct
• Ensure that your API Key is valid and has the necessary permissions
• Check your network settings to make sure your environment can connect to the Azure AI Search service

For further assistance, please refer to the Azure AI Search documentation or contact Vectorize support.