Server Virtualization Software White Papers

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Get the facts on Virtualization
sponsored by VMware
WHITE PAPER: This fact sheet details the benefits of virtualization in a variety of ways.
Posted: 11 Oct 2013 | Published: 11 Oct 2013

VMware

Building on OpenStack Infrastructure: CloudForms Plus ManageIQ
sponsored by Red Hat
WHITE PAPER: Enterprises need more than just the appropriate cloud infrastructure to support their cloud goals. They seek features such as chargeback, policy, orchestration, reporting and automation. Discover an advanced open-source, on-premise cloud platform that unifies infrastructure and management capabilities for an optimal cloud environment.
Posted: 29 Aug 2013 | Published: 29 Aug 2013

Red Hat

Unified Backup: Virtual & Physical
sponsored by Dell Software
WHITE PAPER: In independent testing, researchers found Dell AppAssure offered advantages in ease-of-use and backup/recovery time. AppAssure's image-level backup technology can essentially eliminate the potential for data loss by creating closely spaced recovery points for mission-critical applications, such as Exchange, SQL and SharePoint. Read the Report
Posted: 29 Aug 2013 | Published: 03 Sep 2013

Dell Software

Exploring the Open, Hybrid Cloud Model
sponsored by Red Hat
WHITE PAPER: This exclusive white paper explores the key characteristics and benefits of a hybrid, open cloud, along with key recommendations on implementing this model.
Posted: 29 Aug 2013 | Published: 29 Aug 2013

Red Hat

Extending Intel's Enterprise Private Cloud with Platform as a Service
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: The enterprise private cloud may be assisting your business operations, but how can you improve the functionality of your private cloud?  Learn how Platform as a Service can accelerate custom application deployment and promote cloud-aware application design principles in your private cloud.
Posted: 27 Aug 2013 | Published: 27 Aug 2013

Dell, Inc. and Intel®

Best Practices for Building an Enterprise Private Cloud
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: Many enterprises are turning to the cloud, including Intel, which has developed its own list of enterprise private cloud best practices from the experience of implementing and operating its own private cloud. Learn the best practices for building your own enterprise private cloud in this white paper.
Posted: 26 Aug 2013 | Published: 26 Aug 2013

Dell, Inc. and Intel®

ShareFile Customer Spotlight (U.S. Retail)
sponsored by Citrix Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Imagine how your business could function more efficiently if all data was shared on compatible software without file size or format being a concern. This case study demonstrates how a major retail chain's business benefits from enterprise file sharing internally and across thousands of third-party agencies.
Posted: 26 Aug 2013 | Published: 26 Aug 2013

Citrix Systems, Inc.

How Citrix ShareFile Enables Secure Data Sharing in the Enterprise
sponsored by Citrix Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper will guide even the most experienced of IT professionals on how to share data securely in the face of IT trends like BYOD and mobile workforces.
Posted: 26 Aug 2013 | Published: 26 Aug 2013

Citrix Systems, Inc.

IBM PureApplication System for IBM WebSphere Application Server workloads
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This key resource describes how organizations can save time and money through consolidation and acceleration of applications onto a flexible IBM PureApplication System environment with built-in expertise.
Posted: 14 Aug 2013 | Published: 14 Aug 2013

IBM

Oracle VM: Designing, Creating and Testing an Oracle VM 3.2 Environment
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WHITE PAPER: New to Oracle VM and not sure where to start? This technical whitepaper including best practices will walk you through the process of design, creation and test of Oracle VM.
Posted: 12 Aug 2013 | Published: 30 Apr 2013

Oracle Corporation

Deployment Guide: Configuring a highly available Microsoft® Lync Server® 2013 environment on Dell™ architecture
sponsored by Dell EMC and Microsoft
WHITE PAPER: Setting up Microsoft Lync Server 2013 on Dell architecture? Find best practices in this resource.
Posted: 09 Aug 2013 | Published: 09 Aug 2013

Dell EMC and Microsoft

VNXe 3150: Winning Storage Simplicity
sponsored by EMC Corporation
WHITE PAPER: With the continuing rapid growth of information in your IT infrastructures, there is a need for shared storage. Find out if EMC's solution – offering simplicity, efficiency, and affordability – is right for your organization.
Posted: 31 Jul 2013 | Published: 11 May 2012

EMC Corporation

How Your Virtualization Platform Can Meet Your Needs Today and In Your Cloud Enabled Future
sponsored by Hewlett Packard Enterprise
WHITE PAPER: Access this resource to explore virtualization as the cornerstone of your IT optimization effort, and discover how it can help you address IT's biggest headaches. Also review criteria for selecting a virtualization partner, with emphasis on converged solutions from HP and VMware.
Posted: 31 Jul 2013 | Published: 31 Jul 2013

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Managed Hosting Provider Checklist
sponsored by Macquarie Telecom Pty Limited
WHITE PAPER: Hosting options vary and you need to know what a provider can offer you to make the most informed choice for your business. This guide reviews hosting options and provides a rubric of questions by which to evaluate a hosting provider.
Posted: 31 Jul 2013 | Published: 31 Jul 2013

Macquarie Telecom Pty Limited

Maximizing Information Systems Efficiency: How to Build a Workload Optimized, Highly-Automated, Heterogeneous Hybrid Cloud
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: Though cloud computing is now a widespread technology, the next frontier in cloud computing is understanding what type of cloud suits your organization best.  This e-guide will take you through the necessary steps for implementing a heterogenous hybrid cloud.
Posted: 30 Jul 2013 | Published: 30 Jul 2013

IBM

VMware vSphere 5.1 Updates Including Web Client, Disaster Recovery
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Access this resource for expert insights to help IT admins get familiar with the new availability and storage features of vSphere 5.1. Learn how the next-gen features can transform your IT environment today.
Posted: 29 Jul 2013 | Published: 29 Jul 2013

VMware, Inc.

Transitioning to the Private Cloud with Confidence
sponsored by Cisco
WHITE PAPER: Cloud computing may be the future of IT, but it also presents challenges businesses can't afford to overlook. Review the key characteristics, business benefits and barriers when moving to a private cloud.
Posted: 29 Jul 2013 | Published: 29 Jul 2013

Cisco

How Virtualization is Key to Managing Risk: A Guide to Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
sponsored by Dell and VMware
WHITE PAPER: Learn how encapsulation and server consolidation can minimize the damage that disasters cause.
Posted: 26 Jul 2013 | Published: 26 Jul 2013

Dell and VMware

VMware vSphere 5 on Dell PowerEdge and Storage Systems: Compatibility Matrix
sponsored by Dell and VMware
WHITE PAPER: Find out which Dell-supported systems and storage arrays are compatible with VMware ESXi 5.
Posted: 26 Jul 2013 | Published: 01 Jul 2011

Dell and VMware

VMware vCenter Site Recovery Manager 5 with vSphere Replication
sponsored by Dell and VMware
WHITE PAPER: Choosing a disaster recovery solution for a virtual environment isn't easy. Learn why.
Posted: 26 Jul 2013 | Published: 01 Jul 2011

Dell and VMware

What's New in VMware vSphere 5.1?
sponsored by Dell and VMware
WHITE PAPER: Dig into the features in vSphere 5.1 and learn how they can help expand your virtual environment.
Posted: 25 Jul 2013 | Published: 01 Jul 2012

Dell and VMware

Don’t Get Stuck on your Virtualization Journey: Where to Focus Next
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper presents key insights into where you should focus your virtualization efforts on in order to achieve the anticipated benefits. Also learn about the three distinctive phases your virtualization journey should consist of.
Posted: 25 Jul 2013 | Published: 25 Jul 2013

VMware, Inc.

Total Cost Comparison in Small to Medium Business Scenarios: VMware vSphere vs. Microsoft Hyper-V
sponsored by Dell and VMware
WHITE PAPER: See how vSphere and Hyper-V compare, and which reduced operational costs by up to 91% in two years.
Posted: 25 Jul 2013 | Published: 01 Sep 2012

Dell and VMware

Cost Savings and Beyond: 4 Overlooked Reasons to Expand Virtualization
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses four key benefits to virtualization – business continuity, simplified IT management, the ability to reallocate IT resources to strategic means, and enhanced business responsiveness.
Posted: 17 Jul 2013 | Published: 17 Jul 2013

VMware, Inc.

ITG Executive Summary: Value Proposition for IBM PureFlex Systems
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This valuable resource compares two technology offerings that will help SAP users achieve success no matter their SAP landscape. Read on for an in-depth value comparison between IBM PureFlex System vs. Vblock solutions by VCE and use cases to help you decide which offering will best meet your organization's needs.
Posted: 15 Jul 2013 | Published: 30 Apr 2012

IBM