Bitpipe: Server Virtualization Research

Podcast: File Virtualization FAQ with Jeff Boles

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this FAQ with Jeff Boles, Jeff discusses the ins and outs of file virtualization. He tells users the benefits and drawbacks of file virtualization, which file virtualization products are on the market and how they might work in specific IT shops, as well as how file virtualization affects replication or migration of files. Published by: F5 Networks UK

Podcast: Systems Management Considerations for Server Virtualization

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST

This podcast explores the new virtualization tools available. Discover the management and monitoring risks of virtualization, and options for mitigating these risks. Learn how to leverage server virtualization to consolidate multiple servers and improve power, cooling and space efficiency. Published by: Dell and Symantec

Systems Management Considerations for Server Virtualization

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST

This videocast explores the new virtualization tools available. Discover the management and monitoring risks of virtualization, and options for mitigating these risks. Learn how to leverage server virtualization to consolidate multiple servers and improve power, cooling and space efficiency. Published by: Dell and Symantec

Essential Guide to Storage Virtualisation

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST

Virtual server technology has made one key task a lot harder: backup. In this SearchStorageUK essential guide, you'll learn everything you need to know about protecting virtual servers. Published by: Double-Take Software UK

Uncover the Benefits of Virtualization

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST

BMC Software's internal IT organization launched a virtualization and automation initiative that achieved financial payback in less than six months. The effort improved productivity, increased responsiveness, and saved the company $5 million per year. Published by: BMC Software, Inc

Complex Deployment Done Right at Morgan Stanley

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST

Morgan Stanley’s Global Wealth Management Group and their internal Financial Advisors need the very latest information about market changes, the execution of trades and informed analysis to make the best investment decisions. To achieve this, they rely on BMC BladeLogic. Published by: BMC Software, Inc

Right-Sizing Your Power Infrastructure: How to Optimize Energy Efficiency Without Impeding Growth

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Read this paper to learn the ways in which new technologies are impacting power demand patterns, explores the consequences of having too much power capacity or too little and then provides concrete advice on strategies for right-sizing your power systems. Published by: Eaton Corporation

Podcast: Systems Management Considerations for Hardware and Software Refresh

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this podcast, learn how to best approach a hardware and software refresh. Gain insight into key systems management considerations for a desktop and server upgrade including costs, security and compliance. Published by: Dell and Symantec

Systems Management Considerations for Hardware and Software Refresh

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this videocast, learn how to best approach a hardware and software refresh. Gain insight into key systems management considerations for a desktop and server upgrade including costs, security and compliance. Published by: Dell and Symantec

Top 10 Ways to Optimize Remote Office Disaster Recovery

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Dealing with disasters at remote offices, where you likely have little or no technical staff, can be challenging—and, if you're not careful, expensive. Here are our top 10 tips for optimizing branch office DR while achieving overall improvements in cost efficiency. Published by: Zenith Infotech

Virtualization, Cloud Computing and the IT Service Catalog

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this webcast, learn about an IT service catalog that will help you achieve virtualization benefits like cost savings and IT agility. Discover a new operating model that enables effective virtualization and cloud computing management. Learn how IT can become more cloud-like and explore how to pave the way for an internal cloud. Published by: newScale, Inc.

eBook: Backup and Disaster Recovery

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In these articles, Network World and its sister publications CIO, Computerworld, CSO and InfoWorld lay down the groundwork and explore the latest tips and technologies for no-fail corporate data backup and disaster recovery. Published by: Zenith Infotech

The Intelligent Choice for Microsoft® Windows Server Virtualization

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

To fully benefit from Windows Server® 2008 with Hyper-V and Systems Center Virtual Machine Manager 2008 (SCVMM) technology, a fully engineered virtualization solution is needed, that is both cost effective and easy to manage whilst simultaneously ensuring high availability with enterprise performance and stability. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Windows Server® 2008 Fasttrack

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Dell's FastTrack for Windows Server® 2008 includes assessment, design and validation consulting performed in a phased, contiguous approach. FastTrack is Dell's recommended end-to-end service for customers that would like a validated, repeatable migration process necessary to deploy a best of breed, Windows Server 2008 solution. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Windows Server® 2008 Hyper-V Technology Introduction with Advanced Management

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The Hyper-V Technology Introduction with Advanced Management for Windows Server 2008 is an approximate 10 day service and consists of either a single-node implementation or dual-node highly available (HA) host-based cluster configuration and up to two servers for the System Center elements. Read this paper to learn more. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Dell and Microsoft solutions help ServiceU deliver reliable system performance and create a virtualized environment that reduces power consumption by 50 percent

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

ServiceU Corporation was challenged to deploy reliable hardware to support its Microsoft® SQL Server® 2008 environment and virtualize other applications to enhance business flexibility. Read this case study to learn about the benefits that ServiceU achieved through by implementing Dell hardware and Microsoft Hyper-V technology. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Virtualizing Microsoft® Exchange Server 2007 on Dell™ Systems Running Microsoft Windows Server® 2008 Hyper-V™

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this paper, various configurations of Exchange Server 2007 are tested in physical and virtual environments to evaluate the performance scalability and to understand the sizing requirements for Exchange Server 2007 in a virtualized environment. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Microsoft® Hyper-V™ Server 2008 for Dell™ PowerEdge™ Systems

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This document details the four available networking configurations for running Hyper-V on Dell™ PowerEdge™ systems. It also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each networking configuration with an emphasis on typical Dell system configurations. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Dell™ ProConsult Virtualization Services

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Simplify, consolidate, and aggressively accelerate virtualization with a portfolio of services that help decrease TCO and speed time to value. Dell ProConsult Virtualization Services simplify virtualization by helping you assess, plan, design and implement virtualization projects. Read this data sheet to learn more. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Dell™ Reference Architecture Overview for Microsoft® Exchange Server 2007 in a VMware® ESX Server Environment using EqualLogic PS Series Storage

Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper describes the Dell Reference Architecture, a blue print or a starting configuration, for designing Microsoft® Exchange Server 2007 storage in a virtualized server environment using Dell™ EqualLogic™ arrays. Published by: Dell, Inc.

Why Virtualize?

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

There are compelling reasons to virtualize computing infrastructure. Hardware resources can be more efficiently utilized to consolidate devices, boost business continuity, and serve high-priority applications and users. This paper explains the potential benefits and key decisions associated with virtualization projects and how to get started. Published by: AT&T Corp

Security Goes Virtual

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Virtualization offers the opportunity for a more hands off approach to security. It eliminates the need for local hardware, as well as the time required for security administration. It frees users from worrying about arcane technical details, and eliminates the need for constant attention. Read on to learn more about the benefits of virtualization. Published by: AT&T Corp

How to Virtualize

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Many organizations are looking into virtualization as a means of decreasing capital expenses and launching energy conservation initiatives. This paper explains why one must consider how business processes, administrative rights, capacity planning, performance monitoring, and security strategies will need to change before jumping into a deployment. Published by: AT&T Corp

Virtualization for Dummies, 2nd HP Special Edition

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Read this book for an introduction to the subject so that you can understand its promise and perils — and create an action plan to decide whether virtualization is right for you, as well as how to move forward with implementing it should you decide it is right for you. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Getting Virtualization Right: Five Virtualization Rules Every Organization Must Know

Sat, 25 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

HP has a long and proud tradition of partnering with technology leaders to help ensure success in both good economies and bad. This paper provides practical advice and insight into the rules these leaders followed to realize the full potential of virtualization. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Top 10 Reasons to Add Surgient Self-Service to VMware Virtual Infrastructure

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Learn the top 10 reasons to add Surgient's self-service provisioning and management to help you get even more from your VMware investment. Published by: Surgient

Self-Service Provisioning for Dynamic Data Centers

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Despite flat and even shrinking IT budgets, the demand for complex services and infrastructure to support business initiatives continues to increase. The Surgient Virtual Automation Platform™ streamlines the administration of infrastructure delivery. Published by: Surgient

Extending the Benefits of Virtualization to Remote Office and Branch Locations, Small to Medium Businesses and Web Hosters

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

VM6 provides affordable software solutions to extend the benefits of enterprise-class virtualization to remote offices and branch locations (ROBO), small to medium businesses and web hosters. Published by: VM6 Software

High Availability Doesn’t Need to be Expensive

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:30:00 EST

In this webcast, learn about a wide range of high availability (HA) alternatives that meet IT requirements and reduce the risk of downtime. Determine ways to justify an HA investment and how to mix and match tools for faster ROI. Watch this webcast to learn how to align your business needs with a high availability strategy. Published by: Marathon Technologies

Best Practices for Virtualizing Distributed Environments: Enterprise-Class Virtualization for Remote Office and Branch Office Infrastructures

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This whitepaper provides the 4 best practices that IT leaders of ROBO organizations need to consider when virtualizing their businesses, providing ROI tips and establishing a roadmap for reducing the Total Cost of Ownership for virtualizing the distributed ROBO environment. Published by: VM6 Software

Distributed IT Infrastructures: Alternative Approaches

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This whitepaper outlines the benefits derived and the costs associated with virtualization in the Remote Offices/Branch Offices, in the classic model versus the proposed model. Published by: VM6 Software

Developing a mission-critical hardware strategy for your SAP environment

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

How can you develop the optimal hardware strategy for maximum performance of your SAP environment? This eBook includes tips and insight from server, storage, virtualization and SAP software pros that will help you get the most out of your SAP enterprise software. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Ops Center in Action Product Tour

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

View this screencast to learn about a new management approach for virtual and physical systems that helps reduce data center complexity. Discover how this tool combines provisioning, patching, managing and monitoring through a single console to enable IT pros to gain control over system sprawl and provide more flexible infrastructures. Published by: Sun Ops Center

Introduction to Virtualization E-book, Chapter 6: How Virtual Infrastructures Change Security

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Protecting the virtual data center doesn't need to be any more difficult than protecting a physical network. The key is to remain vigilant. In this chapter, you'll learn how to mitigate potential security risks to your resource pool and virtual machines without over-allocating administration. Published by: SearchServerVirtualization

Download Citrix NetScaler VPX Express for Free!

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Now you can get the ultimate Web app delivery solution in a flexible, dynamic and cost effective virtual appliance with Citrix® NetScaler® VPX. Simply download the NetScaler VPX Express edition, then deploy it across your existing infrastructure - anywhere, anytime, anyhow you need it. Published by: Citrix

ZT Systems 1226Ra 1U Datacenter Server

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

An ideal solution for dense computing environments where energy and thermal efficiency are at a premium. Featuring the Six-Core AMD Opteron Processor 2419 EE, this solution is designed with ZT's signature data center server engineering expertise for the groundbreaking new levels of performance per watt cloud computing providers demand. Published by: ZT Systems

Cost-effective Strategies for Building the Next-generation Data Center

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper will discuss the forces behind the rise of flexible, cloud-like data center architectures; describe the hardware needs created by those new architectures; and show why custom servers from ZT Systems powered by AMD Opteron™ processors are an exceptional fit for these demanding new data center environments. Published by: ZT Systems

PODCAST: Architecting Deduplication and Virtualization for Best of Breed Data Protection

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Disk offers significant management and performance benefits over tape-based storage systems. Now, with advances in virtualization and deduplication, disk-only storage is also less expensive than tape. This podcast explores a real-world example of an organization going tapeless and outlines the processes required and the resulting benefits. Published by: Data Domain

Solutions for Network Closets

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Convergence, consolidation, virtualization - today's IT trends have turned the network closet into a mission-critical environment. APC solutions give you the level of control, monitoring, and management that today’s more critical systems demand. Published by: APC

Solutions for High-Density Environments

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

High-density (HD) zones enable new technologies and unlock the doors to data center efficiency. APC® by Schneider Electric lets you deploy an HD environment anytime, anywhere. Learn how you can achieve this with APC's HD solutions. Published by: APC

Real-Time Data Protection for Microsoft Hyper-V

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

To provide disaster recovery for virtual machines running on a Hyper-V host, look to Double-Take for Hyper-V from Double-Take Software to protect your workloads with real-time replication and automated failover for virtualized workloads. Read this white paper for more details. Published by: Double-Take Software UK

Architecting Deduplication and Virtualization for Best of Breed Data Protection

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Boston Medical Center details its decision process and successful implementation of Data Domain deduplication storage as well as the economic benefits received by going tapeless for backup and disaster recovery. Mr. Blake presented to an audience at Gartner's Data Center Conference. Published by: Data Domain

eGuide: Examining Blade Servers and Virtualization and the Related Channel Opportunities

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this expert E-Guide, brought to you by SearchSystemsChannel.com and Dell, you will discover the critical role blade servers play in your customers' virtualization plans. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

The Efficient Enterprise: Standardize, Consolidate, Automate

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Join Robin Johnson, Dell's Chief Information Officer, as he explains the most efficient way to run an IT enterprise. You'll learn how a basic management philosophy and a belief in industry standard technology can lead to great success. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Dell™ Reference Architecture Sizing and Best Practices for Microsoft® Exchange Server 2007 in a VMware® ESX Server Environment using EqualLogic PS Series Storage

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper describes the Dell Reference Architecture, a blueprint or a starting configuration, for Microsoft® Exchange Server 2007 in a virtualized server environment and provides guidelines for designing and sizing the storage for the same using Dell EqualLogic PS Series storage systems. Published by: Dell, Inc.

Get More Virtual: Protecting Microsoft Applications with Dell and VMware vSphere 4

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Watch this webcast to learn how to ensure application security and availability in your VMware environment. Discover how to provide quick recovery of applications and how to use automation for server application protection. Published by: Dell and VMware

Intel® Core™2 Processor with vPro™ Technology and Windows® 7: Better for Business

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Technical decision makers are faced with many challenges in today's economy: help users get more work done faster and with fewer difficulties, protect the network and individual systems from attacks or malicious code, and much more. Find out how the Intel Core 2 processor with vPro technology complements the new Windows 7 operating system. Published by: Intel Technology Provider

Windows Server Virtualization in Windows Server 2008 Product Overview

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper introduces Windows Server virtualization as a key component of the Microsoft datacenter-to-desktop virtualization strategy. Published by: SHI

Server Virtualization - Windows Server Virtualization in Windows Server 2008 Product & Technical Overviews

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Server Virtualization means more than server consolidation. Microsoft Windows Server can help your organization improve network reliability, scalability and security. Published by: SHI

Why Would You...Waste 1/2 Your Server Virtualization Budget?

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this webcast, viewers will discover a new combination of tools that can help them transform their IT systems into agile, virtual infrastructures. Discover how to leverage this approach for a quicker return on investment and reduced operations, management and networking costs. Published by: HP, Citrix, and Intel

Taking Network Configuration and Change Management to the Next Level

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This E-guide addresses configuration and change management in a partially virtual environment. Topics include: reporting on and managing virtual servers, the effects of physical changes on servers, how to extend change management processes like ITIL to cover the SAN, and handling human problems between the networking, datacenter, and storage teams. Published by: Dorado Software

CIO Decisions Ezine Volume 9 - Virtualization 2.0: Preparing for a Virtual World

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

A tsunami of change is riding into the data center on the back of virtualization. In this eBook, you'll learn where it is today, and how to keep up with management, licensing, and much more. Published by: CIO Decisions

Power Efficiency and Management in Windows Server 2008 R2

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, like its predecessor Windows Server 2008, has been designed with energy efficiency in mind. Recent tests found that Windows Server 2008 R2 improved power efficiency by up to 18 percent over Windows Server 2003, out of the box. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

What's New in Windows Server 2008 R2?

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The new Windows Server® 2008 R2 operating system provides a productive and cost-effective server platform with low-cost virtualization, power-saving capabilities, and a superior experience for end users. Read this data sheet to learn more! Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Dell Helps Customers Reduce Spending on Power, Hardware, and Software

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Companies that seek infrastructure consulting from Dell often want to cut expenditures. Dell can help customers reduce costs by taking advantage of Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Dell products and services. Read this case study to learn more! Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Case Study: Continental Airlines Streamlines Operations, Cuts Costs with Virtualization Solution

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

To expand its virtualized server and desktop infrastructure, Continental Airlines deployed a beta release of Windows Server 2008 R2 Datacenter. By using improved Hyper-V™ technology and Remote Desktop Services, Continental expects to increase system uptime, implement new services in minutes, and save up to U.S. $1.5 million a year. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Virtualization as a disaster recovery strategy

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this podcast, industry expert Mike Karp addresses how virtualization is increasingly being used within midmarket organizations and discusses the major pros and cons of relying on a virtual environment for backup. Published by: Compellent

Technical White Paper: Performance of HP ProLiant BL460c G6 with Intel Xeon 5500 Series processors (2.93 GHz) in a 64-bit HP SBC environment

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

This HP paper provides performance characteristics for the HP BladeSystem BL460cG6 blade server with XenServer and 64 bit workloads. Published by: HP, Citrix, and Intel

Technical White Paper: Sizing tips for XenServer with HP ProLiant servers

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

This technical paper provides general sizing best practices to consider when planning your virtualization deployment with HP ProLiant and XenServer. Published by: HP, Citrix, and Intel

Technical White Paper: Best Practices for deploying Citrix XenApp on XenServer on HP ProLiant servers

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This techncial paper explores a number of options for using Citrix XenServer to consolidate 32-bit workloads on both x86 and x64 Microsoft® Windows® platforms, with emphasis on best practices, tuning, and tips for a server based computing environment. Published by: HP, Citrix, and Intel

Clusters vs. Grids for Windows High Availability

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

IT pros have several options to choose from when ensuring high availability, making it difficult to know which approach is best for their organization. This expert podcast explores these choices with a focus on cluster and grid computing. Discover the differences between the two with details on when to use them. Published by: Marathon Technologies

eGuide: Server Virtualization and Storage: Channel Opportunities Explored

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this expert E-Guide, brought to you by SearchITChannel.com and Dell, you will discover how solution providers are finding significant revenue opportunities in the consulting, planning, deployment and management of server virtualization and networking projects. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

eGuide: Mid-Market Guide to Architecting SQL Server for High Performance and 100% Uptime on a budget

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Read this expert E-Guide from Dell to learn key concepts that will help you architect your next SQL Server installation. Published by: Dell, Inc.

eGuide: Expert Tips for Comprehensive Data Center and Server Hardware Management

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this E-Guide brought to you by SearchWindowsServer.com and Dell, you will discover expert tips for comprehensive remote data center management, server hardware maintenance and much more! Published by: Dell and Symantec

Logical Domains Quick Start Guide

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Logical Domains, or LDoms, is Sun's built-in, no-cost hardware virtualization technology for servers and blade systems powered by UltraSPARC® T1, T2, and T2 Plus processors. The purpose of this Sun BluePrints™ article is to provide a simple set of steps for setting up and running a server with Logical Domains 1.2 software. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc.

15 Reasons why Desktop Virtualization Projects Fail

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This videocast sponsored by Dell and Intel featuring virtualization experts, Brian Madden and Gabe Knuth, discusses the top 15 reasons why virtual desktop projects fail. Discover the considerations to make when virtualizing desktops, like hidden costs, implementation planning and user needs. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Virtualizing a Windows Active Directory Domain Infrastructure

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper focuses on best practices for implementing an enterprise Active Directory infrastructure using virtualization technology. We will discuss how to perform a full migration of your physical AD infrastructure to a virtualized environment. Published by: Global Knowledge

Lights Out: Disaster Recovery Solutions with VMware and Compellent

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

VMware provides a highly available virtualized server platform with hardware-independent disaster recovery capabilities. Compellent’s Replays allows fast local recovery from disk while Thin Replication enables DR functionality using native iSCSI ports for cost-effective WAN connectivity. Published by: Compellent

Red Hat Enterprise Linux Beats Microsoft Windows Server 2008 in Value

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this whitepaper, Enterprise Linux and Windows Server 2008 are compared over a six-year period, with various e-commerce configurations covering small, medium, and large business scenarios. Published by: Red Hat

Intel-Powered Dell Server Solutions for PartnerDirect Partners

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In recent years, server technology has taken an enormous leap forward, thanks to the incredible advances from Dell's engineering teams and Intel's introduction and evolution of Xeon® processors. No matter what IT challenges you are helping your customers to solve, you'll find the answer with Dell and Intel. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Dell Virtualization: Simplifying the Path to Profit

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This webinar will explain Dell's virtualization approach and discuss Dell's virtualization optimized technologies; explaining the methodologies and approaches taken to help you work with customers to bundle more solutions and services when selling virtualization solutions. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Virtual Data Center E-Zine - Volume 15: Staying Compliant in a Virtual World

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this month's issue, learn how to keep compliance a priority in a virtualized environment. Also in this issue, get advice on how to buy hardware for virtual systems, and take a closer look at your storage needs. Published by: SearchDataCenter

IDC Paper – Services for Virtualization

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT

IDC's white paper reviews finds that virtualization can have significant benefits to an organization, like increased utilization, simplified management and reduced energy costs, but it can be a complex undertaking and if not planned correctly, it can hurt instead of help. Published by: IBM

Winning with HP Integrity servers for SAP with Windows Server 2003

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 24:00:00 EDT

Companies face numerous challenges when managing and integrating information across enterprise business processes. Companies frequently choose an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution to fulfill business requirements. The leading ERP applications with the greatest market share are the mySAP ERP and SAP R/3 industry solutions from SAP AG. Published by: Arrow ECS HP Group and Intel

Virtualization - aligning IT supply with business demand

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 24:00:00 EDT

Virtualization allows you to dynamically allocate and manage resources in a utility-like way. It helps you break down the rigid IT structures that inhibit business agility. Virtualization also helps you increase utilization of valuable computing resources. Published by: Arrow ECS HP Group and Intel

Application Transformation: Getting to the Bottom Line

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

Nov. 4th on 14:00PM CET (13:00 PM GMT) Learn application transformation strategies, such as legacy application modernization and exploiting mainframe alternatives, at this virtual conference. Get innovated with Geoffrey Moore, best-selling author and managing director of TCG Advisors and Dale Vecchio, featured speaker from Gartner Research. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Application Transformation: Getting to the Bottom Line: Asia Pacific and Japan

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Nov. 3rd at 12 Noon SGT (4AM GMT) Attend this virtual conference to learn application transformation strategies such as legacy application modernization and exploiting mainframe alternatives. Get innovated with Geoffrey Moore, best-selling author and managing director of TCG Advisors and Dale Vecchio, featured speaker from Gartner Research. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Using VMware Infrastructure 3 with 3PAR Utility Storage in Datacenter Deployments

Sun, 01 Oct 2006 24:00:00 EDT

This paper discusses the complementary benefits of combining features of VMware and 3PAR technologies to gain increased performance and avoid the cost of over-provisioning servers and storage in an IT infrastructure. Published by: 3PAR

VMware on 3PAR Utility Storage - Tips for Simple and Efficient VMware Deployments with 3PAR InServ Storage Servers

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper focuses on various points that should be considered when deploying 3PAR InServ Storage Servers with both VMware vSphere, VMware’s latest suite that includes VMware ESX™ 4, VMware vCenter, and Virtual SMP, and with previous versions of VMware ESX. Published by: 3PAR

ITG - VALUE PROPOSITION FOR IBM POWER SYSTEMS Virtualization Impact for Enterprise UNIX and Linux Server Infrastructures

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This report by industry analyst International Technology Group evaluates how organizations can reduce IT costs by employing IBM Power Systems and PowerVM verses competitive offerings from HP and Sun Microsystems. Cost savings range from 43 to 65% and are based on client data. Published by: IBM

Podcast: How to Virtualize your Servers

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Virtualization has become one of the latest trends in helping to drive efficiencies in the data center -- from management to energy costs, server virtualization may be able to help you optimize your IT environment. Listen to Tom Ready, IBM vice president as he describes the latest trends and benefits of server virtualization. Published by: IBM

Virtualization for a Dynamic Infrastructure

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This IBM white paper describes how Virtualization is an important element of a dynamic infrastructure and expands on the areas of server, storage, application, network, and client virtualization and the IBM technology and benefits from each. Published by: IBM

Sun and Intel ROI Evaluation Tool

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This tool allows you to enter data about your existing server environment and evaluate the benefits of replacing x86 server technology with the latest generation Sun servers powered by Intel® Xeon® processors. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

Best Practices Guide - Intel® Xeon® Edition: VMware Reference Configurations for Midsize Companies

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper proposes a spectrum of reference configurations using Sun servers based on Intel processors, the broad range of Sun storage systems and appliances, and the VMware suite of virtualization products to configure cost-effective information systems for these businesses. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

PlateSpin® Recon: Virtual Capacity Management and Consolidation Planning

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

PlateSpin® Recon from Novell is a sophisticated workload analysis, planning and management solution that provides new levels of intelligence, visual analysis and forecasting for optimizing the data center. Published by: Novell Inc.

Mainstreaming the vSwitch: HP Network Automation Extends Control to Virtual Computing Environment

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

HP recently announced availability of a driver for their long-fielded HP Network Automation product which delivers integrated support of virtual switches (vSwitches) – virtual network elements that exist within VMWare’s ESX virtual server platform. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

The Total Economic Impact™ Of Dell’s Server Consolidation And Virtualization Solutions

Sat, 11 Aug 2007 24:00:00 EDT

The purpose of this Forrester study is to provide readers with a framework to evaluate the potential financial impact of the Dell Solution. Read this study to better understand and evaluate Dell's server consolidation and virtualization solutions. Published by: Dell India

Case Study: A Model of Virtualization

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT

Read this case study to learn how the Dell IT group has virtualized more than 5,000 servers and saved the company over US$29 million using a scalable, worldwide virtualization model. Published by: Dell India

Case Study: Indiabulls Gets Bullish on Growth by Deploying Dell Servers and a Dell SAN

Mon, 24 Dec 2007 24:00:00 EST

Read this case study to learn how one of India's leading financial services firms paved the way for continued growth and improved customer service by deploying Dell servers and a Dell SAN. Published by: Dell India

Case Study: Brokerage Trades Up to Robust Server Platform

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

Read this paper to learn how Dell PowerEdge servers with virtualization helped reduce datacenter footprint by over 35 percent at Pune e Stock Broking. Published by: Dell India

Case Study: Shift to Blades Speeds Up and Simplifies IT

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

Read this paper to learn how Precision Automation and Robotics India Ltd reduced server footprint by 50 percent and energy costs by 30 percent by implementing an infrastructure based Dell™ PowerEdge™ blades running virtualization and Dell/EMC SAN array. Published by: Dell India

Optimizing the Data Center for Cost and Efficiency

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The current state of the datacenter demands a transformation that helps in improving space utilization and lowering power consumption while still providing the scale and availability the business requires. Read this report to learn how your organization can optimize data center efficiency and lower costs. Published by: Dell India

The Tangible Value of Server Virtualization

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 24:00:00 EST

Virtualization is more than just a concept-- it is a concrete business strategy that can provide tangible value for companies in virtually any industry. Read this paper to learn more about Dell's virtual infrastructure solutions. Published by: Dell India

Presentation Transcript: How to Consolidate and Simplify Backup and Recovery for Your VMware Environment

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this presentation transcript, you will hear from industry leaders VMware and Data Domain, and we will discuss compelling solutions for today's data protection and DR challenges for these virtualised server environments. Published by: Data Domain

Getting Virtualisation Right: Five Virtualisation Rules Every Organisation Must Know

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

HP has identified five common virtualisation rules employed by organisations that have succeeded where others have not. While technology differs in complexity and scale from one business to the next, nearly every successful organisation deployed the same five rules to realise the full potential of virtualisation. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Will New Mainframe Technologies Attract New Blood to the Platform?

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Wayne Kernochan discusses new and unique technologies on the mainframe that may be attractive to college graduates and job seekers. Published by: BMC Software, Inc

Recommendations for Optimizing a Virtual Environment

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this videocast, learn how to optimize your virtual infrastructure performance by allocating resources properly. Gain insight into essential steps you should take to begin the optimization process. Learn how to meet business requirements while increasing resource efficiency. Published by: IBM

FREE Software Download - VM Rightsizer

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The VKernel VM Rightsizer is a simple tool for tuning your VMs with the right amount of resources (CPU, memory, and storage) to drive maximum VM densities without impacting performance. Published by: VKernel

Switching from Solaris/SPARC to Solaris/ProLiant – 9 Things You Should Know

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Businesses trying to migrate from SPARC to a more reliable platform often run into a host of obstacles. This podcast discusses the pitfalls of this transition and offers effective migration strategies. Published by: Arrow ECS HP Group

FREE Software Download - Wastefinder

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Quickly finds where resource capacity (CPU, memory, and storage) are being wasted in the virtual infrastructure. By identifying zombie VMs, expired snapshots, and other wasteful consumers, users can reclaim expensive capacity to optimize virtual environments and achieve a better, faster ROI. Published by: VKernel

FREE Software Download - Inventory

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Automatically collects important information about all VMs in the virtual infrastructure and creates a detailed inventory report showing VM name, created by and when, resource allocations, and much more. Published by: VKernel

Network Virtualization

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Vyatta offers users the unique ability to connect, protect, and optimize virtual appliances and applications within popular virtualization platforms by offering a complete software-based network operating system that eliminates the hardware dependencies of proprietary networking gear. Published by: Vyatta Inc.

Data Center Virtualization and Efficiency: Server, Network and Storage Perspective

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Watch this webcast to gain insight into how data center virtualization technologies are contributing to dramatic increases in efficiency and reduced capital and operational expenses. Discover current trends driving the virtualized data center. Published by: Cisco Systems, Inc.

Premier Issue of the CIO Decisions Midmarket Ezine - "The Green Monster"

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 24:00:00 EDT

This document highlights what you need to know about power consumption, server virtualization and outfitting data centers to make the most of the new technologies. Published by: CIO Decisions

Initial Investment Payback Analysis: Dell PowerEdge R710 solution with Hyper-V vs. HP ProLiant DL385 solution

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

In this report, we estimate both the number of older solutions each Dell PowerEdge R710 solution can replace and the payback period for replacing those older solutions. Read on to learn more. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Initial Investment Payback Analysis: Dell PowerEdge R710 solution with VMware ESX vs. Dell PowerEdge 2850 solution

Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this report, we estimate both the number of older solutions each Dell PowerEdge R710 solution can replace and the payback period for replacing those older solutions. One key finding discovered is that each Dell PowerEdge R710 solution with VMware ESX can replace seven Dell PowerEdge 2850 solutions, and could yield a payback in under 18 months. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Initial Investment Payback Analysis: Dell PowerEdge R710 solution vs. Dell PowerEdge 2850 solution

Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this report, we estimate both the number of older solutions each Dell PowerEdge R710 solution can replace and the payback period for replacing those older solutions. One key finding discovered is that each Dell PowerEdge R710 solution can replace up to nine Dell PowerEdge 2850 solutions, and could yield a payback in around 9 months. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Initial Investment Payback Analysis: Dell PowerEdge R710 solution vs. HP ProLiant DL385 solution

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

In this report, we estimate both the number of older solutions each Dell PowerEdge R710 solution can replace and the payback period for replacing those older solutions. One key finding discovered is that each Dell PowerEdge R710 solution can replace up to nine HP ProLiant DL385 solutions, and could yield a payback in under 9 months. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Initial Investment Payback Analysis: Dell PowerEdge R710 solution with VMware ESX vs. HP ProLiant DL385 solution

Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this report, we estimate both the number of older solutions each Dell PowerEdge R710 solution can replace and the payback period for replacing those older solutions. Read this white paper to learn more. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Virtualized OLTP workload performance comparison of end-to-end solutions: Dell vs. HP

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

One of the key findings discovered in this series of tests is that the Dell PowerEdge R710 server and Dell EqualLogic storage supported 22.2% more virtual machines than did the HP ProLiant DL385 G5 server and HP StorageWorks EVA 4400. Read this test report to learn more. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Consolidating Multiple Oracle OLTP Workloads on the Dell PowerEdge R710 Server

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The goal of this study is to determine if a multi?node Oracle RAC cluster can be replaced with a cluster consisting of fewer Dell PowerEdge 11G nodes (powered by Intel® Xeon® processor 5500 Series), and still process the OLTP workload faster with less power consumption and lower Oracle RAC licensing fees. Read this white paper to learn more. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

vSphere Virtual Infrastructure Business Ready Solutions for the R610 and R710 PowerEdge Servers

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper presents a sample Dell solution -- using the Dell R610 and R710 PowerEdge Servers (powered by Intel® Xeon® processor 5500 Series) -- designed to tolerate faults at multiple infrastructure layers to provide maximum level of availability for the virtual infrastructure. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

OLTP and Exhange Server performance summary of Intel Xeon Processor E5506, E5520, E5540, and X5550 on the Dell PowerEdge R710 Server

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

One key finding discovered from this test is that the Intel Xeon Processor E5520 2.26GHz-based Dell PowerEdge 710 server achieved 75.9% higher SQL Server 2008 performance than did the Intel Xeon Processor E5506 2.13GH-based Dell PowerEdge 710 server. Read this test report summary to learn more key findings. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Storage Virtualization with the HP StorageWorks

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The most powerful application of virtualization today is at the storage system level. With the HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array and HP StorageWorks SAN Virtualization Services platform, organizations can take advantage of the many benefits of virtualization with a solution designed specifically for open systems. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Why would you not consolidate and simplify your XenApp environment with XenServer and HP BladeSystem G6

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Is your organization struggling to reduce server costs and improve performance? This webcast explores how various virtualization and server platforms stack up in performance tests. Learn how to leverage this technology to achieve significant consolidation and cost savings. Published by: HP, Citrix, and Intel

Improving IT Economics with Storage and Server Virtualization

Wed, 20 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper describes the powerful combination of HP StorageWorks SVSP storage virtualization solution with server virtualization products to produce a more dynamic IT infrastructure that improves efficiencies and simplifies operations. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Data Protection for Virtual Environments Webcast

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this webcast, Greg Schulz, Founder and Senior Analyst at The StorageIO Group, and Randy Glissman, Solutions Marketing Manager at Quantum, explore solutions for virtual server data protection and discuss general data center trends and perspectives. Published by: Quantum Corporation

ThinPrint®: .print Product Overview with Free Demo Downloads

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

See the many ThinPrint central print management product solutions as well as FREE demo downloads for your printing environment. Published by: ThinPrint

Server Choices for Virtual Environments

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this videocast, get expert advice on selecting a cost-effective server to fit your IT needs. Discover how blade and rack servers compare and learn the pros and cons of unified compute system (UCS) servers. Also, determine which hardware options to choose and decide whether it is better to scale-up or scale-out your virtualization project. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

Vyatta vRouter & vFirewall for XenServer & VMware

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Vyatta's vRouter & vFirewall technology is optimized to run in virtual environments to manage traffic and enforce policies in the same way that a physical router, firewall, VPN or intrusion prevention device does in a traditional infrastructure. Try out this open source software today. Published by: Vyatta Inc.

Microsoft Exchange Server 2007: Performance on VMware vSphere™ 4

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Increased adoption of VMware infrastructure and continued performance advances in hardware and software have driven the virtualization of Microsoft Exchange. This paper will detail experiments that demonstrate the efficient performance and scalability of Exchange when running inside a virtual machine on a VMware vSphere™ 4 environment. Published by: Global Knowledge

VMware Training Nxtbook: Reduce Your IT Costs with VMware Training

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

VMware vSphere is the next evolutionary step in IT computing. vSphere dramatically reduces capital and operating costs, and increases control over IT infrastructures while preserving the flexibility to choose any OS, application and hardware. Learn how to take advantage of this new technology with VMware training from Global Knowledge. Published by: Global Knowledge

What's New in VMware vSphere™ 4: Virtual Networking

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

VMware vSphere™ introduces a number of new features and capabilities to virtual networking under VMware® vNetwork. vNetwork is the new name to describe the collection of networking technologies for optimally integrating networking and I/O functionality into vSphere. Published by: Global Knowledge

Best Practices for Deploying an SAP Landscape Using the c3000 Blade Enclosure and the EVA4400

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT

Discover best practices for deploying a 250-user/250-GB three-tiered SAP ERP landscape in an HP BladeSystem c3000 blade enclosure with HP ProLiant BL460c blade servers running Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003, an HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array (EVA) 4400 disk array, and an Ultrium 448c tape blade with HP Data Protector software. Published by: Avnet, HP and Partners

Leading VC Firm Keeps Citrix XenApp, Microsoft Exchange and Blackberry Enterprise Server "Always On" with Marathon Technologies

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Find out how Argo Global Capital utilized server virualization to simplify, consolidate and reduce operating costs in their data center. Since implementing XenServer with everRun, Argo has had zero downtime, even during a significant hardware failure. Published by: Marathon Technologies

Three Steps to Improving Server Virtualization ROI with everRun

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Server virtualization offers a tremendous opportunity for cost savings in the data center. This paper will give three steps you can take to dramatically improve your cost savings from server virtualization as well as show how companies are using Marathon's everRun software to implement those steps. Published by: Marathon Technologies

Increasing Reliability and Availability in a Virtualized SQL Server Environment

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

As companies continue to consolidate and look for best possible uses of both existing and new computer hardware, nowhere is this more apparent than server management. This paper will provide you some best practices and key success stories that you can use in designing and implementing your own virtualized SQL environment. Published by: Marathon Technologies

TAC Prepared for Aggressive Growth

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT

In the face of aggressive growth, TAC Americas found it increasingly difficult to conduct month-end financial closing and report results. This case study examines how they addressed this problem by implementing a solution that incorporated Microsoft Office PerformancePoint Server 2007. Published by: Microsoft

Leaping Forward: SQL Server 2008 Compared to Oracle Database 11g

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 24:00:00 EDT

Microsoft SQL Server has steadily gained ground on other database systems and now surpasses the competition in terms of performance, scalability, security, developer productivity. This paper highlights some of the mission-critical areas in which SQL Server 2008 excels. Published by: Microsoft

An in-depth look at data deduplication methods

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This E-Guide will discuss the various approaches to data deduplication. You'll learn the pros and cons of each, and will benefit from independent expert insight that will help you get the most out of the approach you take with data deduplication technology. Published by: CDW Corporation

Reassessing Server Costs for Mid-Size Companies – An on-demand Webcast

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

View this webcast to gain insight into how upgrading your aging infrastructure can grow your bottom line. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

Save Data Center Dollars via Application and Server Consolidation

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Watch this webinar to learn best practices for enterprise-level server consolidation by leveraging next-generation server platforms developed jointly by Sun and Intel. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

T2 Server Virtualization Case Study

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

T2 Systems offers a unified, hosted solution for parking management—a unique offering for the industry. Watch this webcast for more information. Published by: Microsoft

Webcast: New Economics of Mid-Market Computing -- Sun Fire Systems based on Intel® Xeon® processor 5500 series

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This webcast examines how upgrading your system with new Sun Fire servers can actually save you money. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

Don't Lose Your ROI with Antiquated Network Technology: Learn about New Technology from Sun and Intel

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Watch this webcast to learn how the latest blade server modules from Sun Microsystems, based on the Intel® Xeon® processor 5500 series, deliver significant performance gains and energy savings, plus an innovative approach to networking that virtualizes each 10GbE port and provides high-bandwidth connectivity to each virtual server. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

How to Optimize the Solaris OS on Sun Systems based on Intel® Xeon® 5500 Processor Series

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Engineering teams from Sun and Intel are collaborating on optimizing how the Solaris ecosystem and the new Intel Core Microarchitecture (formerly code-named Nehalem) for the Intel® Xeon® processor work together, with compelling results. View this webcast to see how these results can improve your own infrastructure. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

Reassessing Server Costs for Mid-Size Companies

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper argues that while the current economic climate might suggest delaying data center upgrades, the opposite will save you money. Learn how upgrading to Sun Fire servers can put more on your bottom line. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

The Solaris Operating System – Optimized for the Intel® Xeon® Processor 5500 Series

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This document is intended as a quick reference guide for developers and system administrators that want to optimize the Solaris™ OS on the Intel® Xeon® processor 5500 series platform. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

SCALING VIRTUAL DESKTOPS ON SUN FIRE™ X4450 SERVERS: Evaluating Performance and Capacity with VMware

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

Managing desktop environments across the enterprise can be challenging for many organizations. Virtualization of desktop systems is an increasingly popular solution, but requires scalability and balanced design for successful implementation. This white paper discusses the use of Sun Fire X4450 servers as a virtual desktop infrastructure platform. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

Quick-EDD/HA for System i and Quick-EDD/OPEN for Intel Based Servers

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

You need HA/DR, but do you think you can afford it? Quick-EDD offers world class products with options to purchase, lease or rent. We even provide turn-key solutions that take care of all your target needs. Published by: Quick-EDD/iSam Blue, llc.

Vizioncore is Making Virtualization Adoption as Easy as 1, 2, FREE!

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This podcast explains how to successfully adopt virtualization to cut costs and simplify resource management. Discover how to manage hypervisor environments and properly allocate storage resources. Learn how to automate time consuming manual costs to improve productivity. Published by: Vizioncore Inc.

Dealing with Linux Server Sprawl

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Organizations that do not have an active management strategy are often left with significant server sprawl issues. This expert webcast discusses a three pronged approach for overcoming these issues and explores different options for virtualization on Linux platforms. Published by: Red Hat

Planning and deploying a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure on HP hardware: Creating a 150 user VDI proof-of-concept implementation

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 24:00:00 EST

This document is intended for IT decision makers, planners, architects, service professionals and installers that are evaluating VDI. A moderate level of technical expertise and familiarity with VMware, Microsoft Windows Server and Desktop Operating Systems as well as HP ProLiant and StorageWorks hardware is considered essential. Published by: HP, Vmware and AMD

HP Virtual Desktop Infrastructure with VMware View: Bring the benefits of industry-standard servers to your desktop environment

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

This solution provides a centralized approach to managing your desktop environment and protecting the information within it. It brings the far-reaching benefits of industry-standard servers and shared storage to your desktop environment, while delivering a full virtual PC experience. Published by: HP, Vmware and AMD

HP reference configuration for BladeSystem: BL495c with Flex-10 and VMware View

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

This paper is for decision makers that are familiar with and interested in VMware View as a desktop replacement strategy. An understanding of networking and fibre channel infrastructure and how they interact with HP Virtual Connect technologies, virtualization benefits and techniques, VMware software, and datacenter practices is recommended. Published by: HP, Vmware and AMD

HP ProLiant G6 Servers & Server Blades: AMD and HP providing over a decade of technological innovation

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This brochure provides an overview of the HP Proliant G6 live of Servers. Based on AMD’s Opteron processor, HP delivers a line of servers offering high performance while reducing power and cooling requirements. Published by: HP, Vmware and AMD

Presentation Transcript: Virtualization - Growing Your Success in the Data Center to the Desktop

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Desktop and server virtualization are not the same. This podcast, featuring virtual desktop experts, Brian Madden and Zeus Kerravala, explains how some methods and tools that work for servers disrupt desktops. Discover how to plan a successful virtual desktop project by addressing customization needs of users and meet your organization's goals. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Virtualize and Fortify XenApp for Lower Costs & Higher SLAs

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This webinar will discuss the benefits of virtualizing Citrix XenServer as well as show how fortifying XenApp and XenServer with Marathon Technologies' everRun software will give you the confidence to increase your SLAs for your most critical XenApp deployments and protect your Citrix License Server and Data Store from downtime. Published by: Marathon Technologies

Virtualizing Exchange - The Cold, Hard Numbers on Why Citrix XenServer + everRun VM is the Best Platform

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Moving your Microsoft-Exchange servers to the latest server virtualization technologies offers compelling benefits. View this webcast to discover the benefits of virtualizing Exchange, Exchange 2007's new architecture, the performance advantage of XenServer for Exchange and why everRunVM software is essential in keeping users continuously connected Published by: Marathon Technologies

Mainstreaming the vSwitch: HP Network Automation Extends Control to Virtual

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Server Virtualization Solution for Wipfli CPA and Consultants

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Read this case study to learn how CDW helped Wipfli CPA and Consultants optimize their IT environment to overcome power, cooling, and space challenges, while simultaneously improving IT response times. Published by: CDW Corporation

Essential Guide to Backup and Virtual Servers

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This Essential Guide offers a collection of tips, tools and techniques that you can use to back up your virtual servers more efficiently. Find out about the intricacies of using VMware's Consolidate Backup (VCB) application, get tips on how to fine-tune your current backup app for virtual servers, and read about the common problems and solutions. Published by: SearchStorage.com

Virtualization Buzz and Benefits: Decoupling Hardware From Software for Greater Efficiency

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Advanced technology allows businesses to get maximum bang out of hardware buck while reducing server counts and support costs. Read this whitepaper to learn how virtualization can help your business get the most out of its server hardware. Published by: CDW Corporation

Virtual Servers, Real Savings

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

With server virtualization, you do more with less. Instead of filling your data center with underutilized boxes, you run multiple operating systems and applications on a single physical machine. You make the most of your space while taking full advantage of your hardware investment. Read this whitepaper to learn more about these benefits. Published by: CDW Corporation

Desktop Management and Security: Two Big Reasons Desktop Virtualization Is an Easy Choice

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper is actually a combination of four smaller papers all rolled into one PDF. It features articles on revisiting old virtualization practices for new business purposes, desktop virtualization strategies for faster provisioning and migration, network security concerns in a virtual environment, and more. Published by: CDW Corporation

Reduce Costs and Gain Control of Your Virtualized Infrastructure with Consolidated Management

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Join HP and VMware, industry leaders in virtualization and infrastructure and application management for this one hour webinar to learn how you can reduce management costs and gain increased visibility and control of your virtual infrastructure. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Taking Control: Consolidation Can Help You Take Control of the Server Room

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Server sprawl creates a serious financial and efficiency leak at many organizations. Consolidation can help ease management requirements and reduce costs. Read this whitepaper to learn how to take control of server sprawl with a server consolidation solution. Published by: CDW Corporation

Server Virtualization Solution Using VMware at Lakeview Medical Center

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Lakeview Medical Center needed to optimize their IT environment to combat data center infrastructure challenges. CDW helped them put VMware to work consolidating their servers and providing a more efficient environment. Read this quick case study to learn how they reduced backup times, improved response times, and reduced cost of ownership. Published by: CDW Corporation

Common Pitfalls in Server Virtualization

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 24:00:00 EDT

For all its benefits, server virtualization can be difficult to implement and could actually increase your costs and complicate network management. Here are some common pitfalls to look out for and avoid. Published by: CDW Corporation

Say Yes to Virtualization: Server Virtualization Helps Businesses Achieve Considerable Reductions in Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Virtualized servers are yielding dramatic cost savings through consolidation of physical resources, reductions in power and cooling requirements, and slashed operational expenses. It’s delivering a magnitude of benefits that many businesses find virtually amazing. Read this whitepaper to learn more about the benefits of server virtualization. Published by: CDW Corporation

Hidden Costs in an SAP Virtualization Project

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This videocast takes a close look at what companies should consider before embarking on an SAP virtualization project, including costs, skills, data center and hardware requirements. Published by: Arrow ECS HP Group and Intel

DFS Changes in Windows Server 2008, Improvements and Best Practices

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

DFS has undergone incremental changes, all offering a basic solution for file management across LANs and WANs but the story is incomplete. In this E-Guide, brought to you by SearchWindowsServer.com and Peer Software, learn what improvements have been made to DFS in Windows Server 2008 R2 and what problems still exist. Published by: Peer Software

Getting Started with SAP Virtualization

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this videocast, learn how SAP customers are getting started with virtualization technology, and find out what needs to be considered in terms of hardware, staffing and SAP modules. Published by: Arrow ECS HP Group and Intel

Making the Case for SAP Virtualization

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this videocast, learn how SAP customers are getting started with virtualization technology, and find out why some companies are virtualizing mission-critical SAP applications. Published by: Arrow ECS HP Group and Intel

Perfect Marriage: Coupling Blade Servers With a Virtual Infrastructure Can Cut Costs and Add Efficiencies

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The recent push for more efficient computing platforms has businesses venturing beyond basic servers and systems. In order to manage resources more effectively, save data center space, reduce IT administrative tasks, and go green, many organizations have turned to virtualization. Learn how your organization can benefit from virtualization. Published by: CDW Corporation

P2V Benefits: Moving Servers From the Physical to the Virtual World Cuts Costs, Saves Space and Parallels Green Initiatives

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Virtualization basically means inserting a software layer between your hardware and your operating system. This decouples the operating system from the hardware and allows you to run many operating systems at the same time on top of that same physical piece of hardware. Read this short paper to learn about the benefits of using virtual servers. Published by: CDW Corporation

A Case to Optimize

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

A business manager identifies an urgent need for a software application and requests a server to run the new application. Then the server provisioning process kicks off. Read this short whitepaper to learn about new techniques and technologies that can enable your business to cut through so much of the red tape involved in adding new applications. Published by: CDW Corporation

Find Balance in Your Data Center

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Virtualization has become a common solution to the problem of server sprawl. By using this technology to consolidate servers, many companies are using less floor space, cutting energy consumption, and simplifying management. But IT must translate these technological advantages into concrete improvements for the business. Read on to learn more. Published by: CDW Corporation

Branch Modernization

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Your organization can reduce information technology (IT) costs, improve IT service levels, and enable new business scenarios by adopting best practices that will enable you to modernize your branch infrastructure. These best practices presented in this paper include virtualization, centralized management, and increased network efficiency. Published by: Microsoft

Breakthroughs with Windows 7 Webcast

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Interested in knowing the impact Windows 7 operating system can have on your business? If so, please join Tony Piltzecker, Server Partner Technology Specialist, Microsoft Corporation, for this webcast and learn about the hottest new capabilities in Windows 7. Published by: Microsoft

Ice Cream Maker Puts the Freeze on Server Sprawl, Saves More Than $500,000

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

Wells' Dairy needed to provide cost-effective services and promote business continuity and agility. It deployed the Windows Server 2008 Datacenter operating system and Hyper-V™ virtualization technology. Today, it has a scalable server consolidation solution and a data center that is saving more than US.$12,000 in annual electrical costs. Published by: Microsoft

Windows 7 and Hyper-V Deep Dive Webcast

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Interested in boosting your business by combining the power of the Windows 7 operating system with Hyper-V virtualization? If so, please join Michael Pathi, Partner Technology Specialist, Microsoft Corporation, for this webcast and find out how the Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 operating systems work together. Published by: Microsoft

Windows Server 2008 High Availability: Technology Comparison

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:30:00 EDT

Downtime can create significant financial and regulatory non-compliance consequences. This webcast provides viewers with tips for planning a high availability strategy for Windows Server 2008 to reduce downtime. Published by: Marathon Technologies

Evolution to Revolution: Landmark Technology Decouples Hardware from Software to Cut Cost and Complexity

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Read this white paper to learn more about virtualization and especially the similarities and differences between server virtualization and client virtualization. Which one holds more benefit for your organization? Published by: CDW Corporation

File Virtualization FAQ Podcast with Jeff Boles

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

CloudBurst Technical Demonstration

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The IBM CloudBurst Family is a line of pre-integrated service delivery platforms including hardware, storage, networking, virtualization, and service management software, which will enable you to create a private cloud environment. Published by: IBM

Reality Check – A Smart Business Continuity Strategy Can Offer Maximum Results at Minimum Cost

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In an increasingly digital world, it's clear that business continuity is no longer an option. Keeping systems running 24x7 and ensuring that data reaches its intended destination — precisely when it's needed — is the heart and soul of a business. This paper discusses Business-Continuity (BC) initiatives on a tight budget and with limited resources. Published by: CDW Corporation

Desktop Demystified: Server-Centric Client Virtualization Model Reduces Costs While Improving Security and Flexibility.

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Client virtualization or Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) is a server-centric computing model that offers IT the ability to host and centrally manage Virtual Machines while providing end users a full-desktop experience. If you haven’t yet discovered the advantages of a VDI, read this whitepaper and put yourself in command of the desktop. Published by: CDW Corporation

High Availability Lowdown

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The Barkley ad firm implements consolidation, virtualization and replication to strengthen business-continuity and disaster-recovery planning. With the goal of getting to 100 percent availability, the firm uses HP's blade hardware, VMware's virtualization software and a variety of existing storage platforms. Published by: CDW Corporation

Dell Virtualization Advisor

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This tool is designed as a guide for customers with a comfortable knowledge of virtualization and their server/storage environment. Simply enter in a few vital pieces of information and the Dell Virtualization Advisor will create a customized virtualization solution to match your needs. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

The Great Virtualization Dilemma of the Next Decade: What You Need to Know

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

Despite progress in Virtualization, much development still remains. With predications that virtualization will become pervasive, this research highlights forthcoming challenges and strategic issues facing IT planners. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Virtualize at the Speed of Your Business - The Dell Guide to Virtualization

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

Virtualization is changing everything, from how you manage resources to the way you support your business, it addresses many of today's IT challenges - cost, responsiveness, availability, disaster recovery - and is a key element for achieving a more automated, agile infrustructure. Dell helps you virtualize at the speed of your business... Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Dell Virtualization Consulting Services Video

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Virtualization is a rapidly evolving technology with many moving parts, making increasingly difficult for customers to develop an effective strategy. Every organization moves at a different pace. Dell delivers tailored solutions for every customer. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Resource Protection in Virtualized Infrastructures

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper provides an overview of security concerns and considerations that organizations must address when implementing virtualization. Published by: Intel Corporation

Intel Virtualization Technology for Servers – A Closer Look Inside

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT) provides comprehensive hardware assists that boost virtualization software performance, improve application response times and provide greater reliability, security and flexibility. Read on to learn more. Published by: Intel Corporation

Choosing the Best Servers for Virtualization

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Whether you are deploying virtualization for the first time or looking to increase the value of your existing solution, choosing the right hardware is as important as choosing the right virtualization software. This paper will discuss some of the basics of server virtualization. Published by: Intel Corporation

Intel Open Source Innovation Video by Doug Fisher

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Intel Software and Services Group VP, Doug Fisher discusses Intel’s innovation in the Open Source community helping companies power their operating environments by optimizing for Intel® Xeon® platforms. Published by: Intel Corporation

Red Hat and Intel Collaborate to Empower Open Source Software (Video)

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Discover how Novell and Intel collaborate in open standards and open source projects such as the Linux* kernel and the Xen* hypervisor moving virtualization forward along with the user of non-proprietary architecture so that customers can avoid vendor lock-in, while lowering solutions costs. Published by: Intel Corporation

Optimizing Open Source Citrix Xen* Code Base for Intelligent Performance (Video)

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

As the number one contributor to the Open Source Citrix Xen* code base, Intel collaborated with Citrix to optimize their software to take full advantage of the intelligent performance, virtualization, and energy efficiency built into Intel® Xeon® processor 5500 series. Published by: Intel Corporation

Novell and Intel Move Virtualization Forward with Open Source (Video)

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Power, Performance and Open Source (Video)

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Watch this video and learn about Intel’s longstanding contribution to the Open Source community in all areas of the stack to take best advantage of the power, performance, and virtualization enhancements built into Intel® platforms. Published by: Intel Corporation

Getting Maximum Mileage Out of Tickless Whitepaper

Sat, 30 Jun 2007 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper presents an in-depth but accessible introduction to the capabilities and future of tickless idle. It particularly presents techniques for making daemons and drivers tickless-friendly, with an eye toward extending the real-world benefits of the technology to the community. Published by: Intel Corporation

Open Source at Intel: Building with the Ecosystem

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This brochure details how Intel works with Open Source software developers who can adopt, change and redistribute the underlying code, helping drive rapid technological innovation. Published by: Intel Corporation

Dell PowerEdge Servers -- Introducing the Latest Generation

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Whether you need a tower, rack, or blade server, or a combination of these, Dell's comprehensive, award-winning PowerEdge family can meet your needs. Dell servers excel in virtualization, power and cooling, embedded systems management, and purposeful design. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Virtual server backup options today

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

W. Curtis Preston, executive editor of the Storage Media Group and independent backup expert, discusses the various options available today for backing up virtual machines including VMware's VCB, third-party products, and the ways that backup software products are evolving to ease virtual machine backups. Published by: Quantum Corporation

Virtual Data Center E-Zine - Volume 14

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

With so many new technologies, sticking with the status quo for your virtual network infrastructure is probably not your best option. In this month's issue, take a closer look at all the possibilities available now for interconnecting both virtual and physical networks. Published by: SearchDataCenter

Control Virtual Sprawl - 3 Ways to Achieve a Responsive , Flexible and Compliant Infrastructure

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This webinar will discuss the causes, costs, and cures for virtual sprawl, Gartner's best practices for managing virtual environments, and configurations that gradually drift out of compliance and how to fix those systems. Published by: Opalis Software, Inc.

PlateSpin Recon: Virtual Capacity Management and Consolidation Planning

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Watch this webcast to learn about a new unique workload profiling tool that takes the guess work out of identifying underutilized physical servers and virtual hosts. Learn how to leverage this tool for improved use and longer life of your current hardware. Published by: Novell Inc.

PODCAST - Virtualization: Growing Your Success in the Data Center to the Desktop

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The Pitfalls of Server Virtualization

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this expert webcast, you'll learn the most common issues involved with server virtualization and how to overcome them. Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel

Virtualization: Growing Your Success in the Data Center to the Desktop

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Desktop and server virtualization are not the same. This webcast, featuring virtual desktop experts, Brian Madden and Zeus Kerravala, explains how some methods and tools that work for servers disrupt desktops. Discover how to plan a successful virtual desktop project by addressing customization needs of users and meet your organization’s goals. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Market Report: Best Practices and Cost Reduction Strategies for Today’s Virtualized Data Centers

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper addresses the fact that server virtualization is still a relatively new technology undergoing rapid development and innovation. While creating a virtual machine is relatively simple, the underlying complexity of the infrastructure and IT processes cannot be ignored. Published by: VKernel

Integrated VM Data Protection from Dell

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Today, new levels of automation and integration between VMware and Dell EqualLogic arrays are now available to protect the entire virtualized infrastructure. Dell EqualLogic PS Series virtualized iSCSI SANs have been a popular storage choice in VMware-based environments. Published by: Dell, Inc.

Business Ready Virtualization for the Data Center

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Dell is committed to driving the cost and complexity out of virtualization, helping you accelerate adoption and achieve cost savings sooner without sacrificing productivity. Read this solution guide to learn about Dell's Business Ready Virtualization Configurations. Published by: Dell, Inc.

Ensuring the Availability of Hyper-V Virtualized Workloads

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This webcast discusses a new automation tool that protects workloads running on Hyper-V, preventing a loss of profit or productivity if host servers go down. Published by: Double-Take Software

Virtualization Review: The Desktop as a Service

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Learn how desktop virtualization greatly eases the pains of desktop management and deployment projects by centralizing all of your desktops, allowing all of your users access from any connected location (WAN, LAN, or home), completely lock down endpoints, and reduce service costs. Published by: Citrix

Deploying Citrix XenDesktop with Wyse Viance: Thin Clients for the Knowledge Worker

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Desktop virtualization brings many benefits that enable the centralization of entire personalized end-user desktop operating environments so that they can be efficiently accessed, managed, and protected from a central location. Published by: Citrix

The Best Desktop Delivery System for Today’s Demanding Business Needs

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Whether you're considering your first virtual desktop solution or trying to salvage an existing implementation, Citrix XenDesktop® is the clear choice on the market that offers the performance, scalability and manageability required to meet your business needs. Published by: Citrix

Virtual Applications, Real Advantages

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper discusses the benefits of software virtualization and the value of using a packaging solution that supports multiple virtualizations formats. Published by: Flexera Software

Getting Started with Application Virtualization

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper will answer key questions such as: What is application virtualization? How does an organization get started with understanding the basics? And, how can existing technology be used to accelerate an application virtualization deployment? Read on to learn more. Published by: Flexera Software

FAQ Guide: Network Attached Storage

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Tony Asaro, senior analyst with Enterprise Strategy Group, offers answers to the most common NAS questions he hears in the field. Published by: Dell, Inc.

Sustainable IT virtualization helps Earth Rangers accommodate 100 percent growth while saving 90 percent on data center space and 85 percent on energy costs

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

When it was time to refresh the headquarters' IT infrastructure, the Earth Rangers IT group knew that any new computer systems had to meet their own high environmental standards. In this case study, you'll learn why they decided to create a virtualized server infrastructure using solutions from Dell and VMware and the benefits achieved. Published by: Dell and VMware

Setting a Precedent for Success: Turner Padget effectively eliminates unplanned downtime and cuts server footprint by 50% with Dell solutions and VMware

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A., a Columbia, South Carolina-based law firm with five locations throughout the state sought to consolidate legacy servers, improve availability for remote users, increase storage capacity and implement a new disaster recovery DR/BC strategy. In this case study you'll learn about their new Dell and VMware solutions. Published by: Dell and VMware

Changing the Economics of IT: HP Adaptive Infrastructure and VMware vSphere 4.0

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Many IT managers face the challenge of providing greater business service while keeping costs low. Watch this webcast to learn how to simplify resource management. Gain insight into an advanced processor technology that reallocates energy budget from underutilized cores to those that need to run faster. Published by: HP, Intel, & VMware

Is Your IT Infrastructure Ready for Tomorrow? - Preparing for a 10GbE Future

Fri, 29 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This report discusses the need for and the advantages of deploying a unified 10GbE for the IT infrastructure. If your data center is going to need higher throughput in the years to come, and most will, please read on to learn how you can start to prepare now. Published by: Dell, Inc.

10GbE, Servers, Storage and Virtualization – Interoperability Review and Highlights

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Organizations can benefit from the advantages of 10GbE, consolidation on Dell PowerEdge blade servers, and virtualization with VMware. By implementing 10GbE solutions, organizations can enjoy the economies they hoped to obtain by consolidating and virtualizing their server environment, along with increased performance, reliability, and security. Published by: Dell, Inc.

Expert Tips for a Unix-to-Linux Server Migration

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Once an organization sets up a Linux server, they must tackle the complex process of migrating Unix-based applications to this new server. In this expert E-Guide, brought to you by SearchEnterpriseLinux.com and Arrow, you will discover how to get started on a Unix-to-Linux migration. Published by: Arrow ECS HP Group

Virtual Data Center E-Zine - Volume 13: Wanted: Well-Rounded IT Professionals

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Virtualization and other new data center technologies have changed the way IT professionals work. Find out in this month's issue what skills are needed to stay ahead in today's competitive workforce. Also, learn what virtualization options don't require a hypervisor. And, for those going the hypervisor route, get advice on picking the best one... Published by: Virtual Data Center eZine - Volume 13

The Benefits of SMB Virtualization using Dell and VMware - IT Efficiency for Organizations of all Sizes

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Whether you're a small organization trying to extend the value of the assets you already have or a larger data center pushing the envelope in automation, Dell and VMware can deliver solutions that make sense for your budget, staff, and business. Published by: Dell and VMware

Hyper9 Virtualization Optimization Suite - Free Trial!

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

How do you make the most of your VMware implementation and cut the waste out of virtualization? Find and reclaim your resources with a single, simple to use web-based application. Stop the Culprits of Virtualization ROI Erosion: Servers, Storage, Licensing, Labor. Make the most out of your VMware technology. Control Costs. Increase Productivity. Published by: Hyper9, Inc.

Virtualization Management Survey Report: Key Findings

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This FOCUS report of key findings presents the highlights of an end-user survey conducted in April 2009, outlining the current state of virtualization adoption, pain points, barriers to expansion, and management requirements. Published by: Focus

Optimizing Virtualization to Deliver Best-in-Class Outcomes

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This EMA paper (prepared for VKernel) discusses the challenges in achieving virtualization goals in the enterprise and how capacity management can help optimize resource utilization while maintaining performance. Published by: VKernel

Save your sanity: Reduce virtual sprawl by 50%

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Tune into this webcast to learn how to reduce server sprawl issues in your virtual environment. Learn how to avoid storage management challenges with automation technology. Discover tool features, usage, and custom reporting options to benefit your data center. Published by: Avnet, HP and Partners

IDC Research: Server Refresh to Meet the Changing Needs of IT

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT

One of the leading questions IT organizations face when thinking about their installed base of servers is when and how to refresh those servers. This white paper discusses why you should refresh, provides common approaches meet new requirements, and explores the x86-based Sun server line using Intel Xeon processors. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intel Corporation

Solution Brief: Server Virtualization - Choosing the Best Solution for Your Business

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

Server virtualization delivers many business benefits to datacenters today. Choosing the right server virtualization product is an important business decision, and Sun has the virtualization and server technology portfolio - along with the experience - to help you make the right one. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc.

Citrix XenServer - Enterprise-Class, Cloud-Proven Virtualization. Free.

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

XenServer is the only free, enterprise-class virtualization platform. With powerful features such as live migration and centralized multi-node management, your datacenter is instantly smaller and smarter. For free. You can't afford not to download it now. Published by: Citrix

Five Reasons Why You Need Citrix Essentials for Hyper-V Now

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper explores common challenges associated with server virtualization deployments and the ways Citrix Essentials for Hyper-V together with Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V and Microsoft System Center Virtual Machine Manager can help organizations maximize the value of server virtualization. Published by: Citrix

Rethinking Storage for Server Virtualization Environments

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Server virtualisation is an ever more important tool for reducing costs, increasing availability, and enhancing business agility. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

How To Optimize Resource Utilization and Increase VM Densities on Your Existing Hardware

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

View this VKernel webcast to learn how to best optimize resource utilization in your current ESX environment. During this 30 minute presentation, we'll discuss how capacity planning is different in an ESX environment, resource alignment, and many other aspects of capacity planning within your current environment. Published by: VKernel

VKernel SnapshotMyVM - Document Your Virtual Data Center in Minutes FREE!

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In a dynamic virtual environment where things are constantly changing, your VM documentation efforts become out-of-date as soon as you begin the time-consuming process. Published by: VKernel

VKernel Chargeback - Automated Chargeback Solution

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Many organizations understand they need cost-visibility or a more formal chargeback process in order to further expand their virtual data centers. The challenge is where to begin and how to implement an automated solution. Published by: VKernel

Meeting Economic Challenges Through Accelerated Virtualization

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

With the current economic state the way it is CIOs must rethink how they manage IT costs and operations. This white paper will take a closer look at how virtualization can help cut down the costs as well as improve efficiency of the data center. Published by: Dell, Inc.

Expert Tips for Effective Virtual Systems Management

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this E-Guide, brought to you by SearchServerVirtualization.com and BMC, you will discover expert tips for effective virtual systems management. Explore the top five target areas essential for improved virtual performance and availability management. Published by: BMC Software, Inc

Green IT Through Better Hardware Utilization

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This videocast highlights how to go green in your data center with better hardware utilization. Watch as industry pro David Payne discusses some of the challenges of this approach as well as how to start reducing energy consumption at the hardware level. Published by: IBM

Virtualization Management Approach Enables Dynamic Cloud Infrastructure

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

To keep services humming in a virtual environment companies must move beyond manual management. With so many services running in virtual environments, companies are searching for the best way to manage physical and virtual services. The goal is to reduce costs, increase standardization and deliver higher quality without virtual sprawl. Published by: Opalis Software, Inc.

Reduce Server Sprawl for Optimal VM Management

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Opalis reduces the time, cost, and error potential of manual approaches to virtual service management by automating virtual lifecycle management, incident response and change management in your virtual infrastructure. The solution provides a level of control that eliminates sprawl and allows you to rapidly respond to changing business needs. Published by: Opalis Software, Inc.

Top Approach To Improve Virtual Service Delivery

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

A financial services provider offering personal, commercial, corporate and institutional services across Canada and the US needed to standardize requests and eliminate manual management. With the Opalis solution, the bank automated five processes - a VM request portal, provisioning, decommissioning, backup, and lease expiry of all virtual machines Published by: Opalis Software, Inc.

Essential Guide to Data Backup for SMBs

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Data backup is still the No. 1 pain point for storage administrators. The tips in this guide will help you simplify your backup process and put together a reliable backup and recovery plan. Published by: SearchSMBStorage.com

Extend Management Tools to Virtual Services

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Virtual Sprawl stands in the way of achieving the promise of virtualization. In order to optimize virtualization without increasing the staff, time and cost required to manage these environments IT departments need to automate management best practices by extending their existing management tools to virtual services. Published by: Opalis Software, Inc.

Five Things About Windows Server 2008 You Might Not Know

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Here five things about Windows Server 2008 that are the less obvious, more esoteric, yet useful features or quirks. The following is a brief list of some things that I tend to assume that many people know, and I am constantly amazed by clients and students who really don't know them. How many do you already know? Published by: Global Knowledge

Application Acceleration Challenge

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

How can server consolidation, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), moving applications to a web-based interface, and video and TelePresence collaboration projects all be supported at a reasonable cost? Check out this report to see how application acceleration is the answer. Published by: Blue Coat

HP white paper: Complete Data Protection for VMware Virtual Environments

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EDT

This paper examines the issues of backup and recovery in VMware virtual server environments, and outlines the key features of HP Data Protector. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

5 Key Virtualization Management Challenges - and How to Overcome Them

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

Virtualization introduces fundamental changes to IT, and adds significant management challenges. Read this informative white paper written by Enterprise Management Associates to learn what these challenges are as well as some of the solutions and strategies used to deal with them. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Optimising Your VMware Environment

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

If you either have a current stake in virtualisation as a technology and a strategy, or you are thinking of deploying virtualisation as a platform for your x86 systems, then read this whitepaper to learn vital information about the components of a well-managed virtual environment and how to incorporate them into your virtual environment. Published by: GlassHouse Technologies (UK) Ltd.

Auto-Snapshot Manager/Vmware Edition Automated, Integrated, and Scalable Protection of Virtual Machines

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper will discuss High performance, space-efficient hypervisor-aware SAN-based snapshot and replication support, backup and recovery, IT infrastructure, as well as virtual security. Published by: Dell, Inc.

IDC Product Flash: 3PAR Launches F-Class InServ Storage Servers

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This IDC Flash analyzes 3PAR's announcement of the InServ F-Class storage server product line, a solution that 3PAR is positioning as a more scalable, efficient, and flexible midrange storage platform. This Flash also examines the major IT developments that are driving future midrange storage developments. Published by: 3PAR

Which Virtualization Management Tool Is Right For Your Organization?

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this informative Pocket Guide, brought to you by SearchServerVirtualization.com, Dell and VMware, learn more about the virtual management tools on the market and their functionality. Discover which product capabilities organizations should consider when evaluating virtual infrastructure management technologies. Published by: Dell and VMware

Planning and Deploying Server Virtualization

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this Pocket Guide, brought to you by SearchServerVirtualization.com, Dell and VMware, discover the central tasks in the assessment and planning stages of a virtualization project. Published by: Dell and VMware

Red Hat and Intel: Moving Intelligence Forward

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Put state-of-the-art intelligence to work on the challenges of tomorrow by running Red Hat Enterprise Linux on the latest Intel® Xeon® processors. Red Hat's open source, commercial-strength innovation delivers optimized results for performance, energy efficiency, and advanced virtualization on Intel platforms, all at an affordable price. Published by: Red Hat

Databases and ERP Selection: Oracle vs SQL Server

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

How do Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server database platforms compare on reliability, scalability and cost when run under enterprise software? Download this white paper for details. Published by: IFS

11 Questions Every CIO Should Ask Their IT Manager

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

What is your IT really costing you? Could you be doing more with the technology you have? Could you reduce costs and provide better service to your organization? Read Red Hat's suggestions on 11 questions every CIO should ask their IT manager, and how Red Hat open source solutions can help. Published by: Red Hat

Open Source in the Next Computing Wave

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

The current economic climate is forcing more systematic thinking about costs in general, including those associated with overall complexity and the security and resiliency of large distributed infrastructures. These trends intersect in powerful ways; a new wave of computing is gathering momentum as a result. And open source is playing a major role. Published by: Red Hat

The CIO's Guide to IT Cost Optimization During the Recession

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In today's dynamic economy it is important for CIOs to be thinking about how to strengthen their organization and position themselves for success for a future economic upturn and growth. Read this guide to learn how a company can make changes to IT that generate real business value. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Automate Virtualization in Your Data Center

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

This Enterprise Management Associates® (EMA™) white paper highlights a number of specific examples of how virtualization provides measurable ROI and other benefits, looks at the challenges for data center management that virtualization introduces, and explains why most current approaches to virtual system management fall short. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Seven Requirements for Balancing Control and Agility in the Virtual Environment

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Unparalleled agility is the promise of virtualization. But managing change, staying compliant, and preventing virtual sprawl are just a few of the challenges you could face before you reap the rewards. VMware joined us recently to co-author 7 must-read tips for striking the perfect balance in your virtual environment. Published by: BMC Software, Inc

Tackle the Challenges of Virtualization Management

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Virtualization adds a whole new level of complexity to the IT infrastructure, introducing new challenges in every step of the process *#45; from planning to configuration and management. Read how effective service management can help tackle the challenges of virtualization in this white paper from BMC Software. Published by: BMC Software, Inc

New Enterprise Desktop E-Zine Vol. 1: Defining Application Virtualization

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this premiere issue of New Enterprise Desktop, you'll learn the ins and outs of application virtualization and how to apply it in the enterprise, as well as finding out how to categorize user groups and match them with the best desktop virtualization solution. Published by: SearchEnterpriseDesktop

Five Steps to Gaining Control and Managing Complexity in the Data Center through Service Automation

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Automating your data center can improve operational efficiency and give you control over service quality, security, and business agility, while simultaneously reducing risk and costs. Learn how five simple steps can help you chart your course to automation and show you how to develop a deliberate and well-planned incremental approach. Published by: BMC Software, Inc

Five Steps to Successful Data Center Consolidation

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Using the five step process outlined in this white paper, we were able to eliminate more than 2,000 servers from our own IT infrastructure, saving an estimated $10 million dollars in data center costs. Published by: BMC Software, Inc

Presentation Transcript: Leveraging Virtualization to Constrain Costs

Wed, 27 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Download this presentation transcript to learn how virtualization has been a major key to the success of everyone's favorite discount travel site as Priceline.com has continued to grow its competitive edge in the face of lean economic times. Published by: 3PAR

REDUCING COSTS THROUGH BETTER SERVER UTILIZATION - An IT Director's Guide

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

Keeping datacenters agile is key as IT organizations support dynamically changing business priorities and cope with economic pressures. By consolidating systems onto the latest server technology and taking advantage of virtualization techniques, enterprises can optimize datacenter efficiency, gain flexibility, and reduce operating costs. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc.

vSphere: New Features and Benefits

Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

vSphere, VMware's latest release, adds approximately 150 new features to its previous VI3 product! The purpose of this white paper is to highlight the most notable of these features and to discuss the benefits they offer your organization's IT infrastructure. Published by: Global Knowledge

What is Virtualization?

Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In the traditional IT approach, every new software application required a new server. This added costs to every project and deployment took days to weeks. This also drove server sprawl. Watch this demo for an animated explanation of how virtualization addresses common data center challenges. Published by: Dell and VMware

Dell completes virtualization deployment for heavy-equipment dealer Kelly Tractor in 20 days

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 24:00:00 EDT

An aging, proprietary enterprise resource planning (ERP) system at Kelly Tractor limited the company's ability to integrate information from separate departments and build new, innovative sales and services tools. Read how the company benefited from Dell and VMware virtualization. Published by: Dell and VMware

Why Virtualize? What are the Benefits?

Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Join Tim Webb, Director, Dell Data Center & Virtualization Practice, as he describes how Dell Virtualization Solutions can help reduce costs while improving IT agility, quality of service, and reliability. Published by: Dell and VMware

The Tangible Value of Virtualization

Fri, 29 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Read this article to learn how Dell has developed adaptive power management and worked with VMware to develop ways to autonomically and proactively power-down underutilized systems during off-peak times. Published by: Dell and VMware

Key Benefits of Virtualization

Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Discover benefits of virtualization like improving utilization, simplifying operations, and rapidly provisioning new servers. Learn more about the benefits of virtualization by viewing these brief flash overviews. Published by: Dell and VMware

VMware and Dell Solutions for Small to Medium Business: Ensuring Rapid, Reliable and Affordable Disaster Recovery

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

Affordable high availability and disaster recovery solutions are critical to the survival of all SMBs in the event of a disaster. Building on years of helping SMBs protect their information, VMware and Dell provide cost-effective and robust data protection, disaster recovery, and high availability solutions. Published by: Dell and VMware

Ten Ways SMBs Can Get More from Their IT Budgets

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

Virtualization technology presents a number of opportunities for driving capital and operational efficiency for SMBs. Read this brief paper to learn ten cost-saving strategies. Published by: Dell and VMware

How vStorage Enabled SANs Will Help Maximize VMware Investment

Fri, 29 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Check out this podcast to learn how VMware and Dell are leveraging VMware vStorage with the Dell EqualLogic PS Series SANs for greater virtual server performance and more efficient management. Published by: Dell and VMware

Citizant Enhances IT Flexibility and Scalability by Creating a Virtualized Dell Infrastructure

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

Read this case study to learn how the Citizant IT group worked with Dell to design a virtualized IT infrastructure that includes VMware virtualization software to accommodate business growth, enhance IT flexibility, and improve worker productivity by creating a virtualized infrastructure in-house. Published by: Dell and VMware

Priceline.com Capitalizes on Lean Economic Times

Wed, 27 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Watch this videocast to learn how virtualization has been a major key to the success of everyone's favorite discount travel site as Priceline.com has continued to grow its competitive edge in the face of lean economic times. Published by: 3PAR

SEPATON Architecture: Designed for Data-Intensive Enterprises

Wed, 20 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper describes the innovative architecture that SEPATON has designed specifically to meet the data protection challenges of data-intensive enterprises while achieving optimal cost savings and measurable ROI. Published by: SEPATON

Lulu.com executes Disaster Recovery plans 83% faster using VMware Infrastructure 3 and Dell EqualLogic iSCSI SANs

Thu, 14 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

VMware Infrastructure 3 and Dell EqualLogic iSCSI SANs deliver a flexible, scalable, and highly available virtual infrastructure that provides the IT agility that Lulu requires to effectively run its busines. Published by: Dell, Inc.

A Smart Path to Virtualization

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EDT

Read this white paper to learn about how Dell is providing answers to key virtualization questions for the enterprise. Topics include; how to migrate to a fully virtualized environment as well as how the IT infrastructure should be configured for maximum benefit. Published by: Dell, Inc.

Expert Tips for Virtual Infrastructure Management and Performance

Thu, 07 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Gain insight into the top 10 best practices for improving virtual machine performance, and explore a unique online virtualization community. Discover the ten essential virtual management tools, as well as what to consider when making a purchase decision. Published by: VKernel

10 Hot Skills for 2009

Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

With spending on cost-saving technologies such as virtualization rising, and the maintenance of networking and enterprise Microsoft software keeping IT professionals constantly in demand, here's our top 10 hot skills that will take us from a down economy and beyond. Published by: Global Knowledge

Leveraging Virtualization to Consolidate, Optimize and Protect Your IT Infrastructure

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST

This paper addresses some of the critical issues of virtualization and some of the ways it can be effectively implemented to help organizations utilize resources more efficiently, reduce costs, manage data across the entire enterprise. Published by: Datalink.

Presentation Transcript: Consolidate and Simplify Backup and Recovery for Your VMware Environment

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this presentation you will learn about this powerful solution, hear about specific deployments and the resulting benefits. Published by: Data Domain

Virtualization for Dummies: Sun and AMD Special Edition

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

Virtualization for Dummies explains how virtualization works and how it can benefit your organization. The book covers the kinds of issues virtualization can address and how it addresses them. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc.

Virtual Data Center E-Zine - Volume 9

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this month's issue of Virtual Data Center, learn how to reduce the number of physical servers even more by focusing on the process of virtual machine placement on host servers. Published by: Virtual Data Center E-Zine - Volume 9

Top 10 Tips for Successful Access Control

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT

This paper offers a practical guide to implementing fine-grained access controls with ten aspects that are important to consider when planning an implementation of fine-grained access controls in a corporate server environment. Published by: FoxT

LLog Exploration Finds Increases Productivity with Fusion- io's ioDrive Solid-State Storage devices

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Llog Exploration Company brought in Fusion-io's ioDrive Solid-state Storage devices to see how much time the new devices would save using their existing 32-bit Seismic Micro-Technology KINGDOM geosciences workflow application on their network. The result? Published by: Fusion-IO

Oracle Grid Computing Achieved: Service-oriented HP Adaptive Infrastructure offerings for Oracle Grid Computing and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 24:00:00 EST

Oracle's vision of the next-generation data center is the Oracle Grid Computing architecture, which provides the software building blocks for creating a service-oriented, shared-resource environment. Read this paper to discover more of what Oracle has to offer. Published by: Hewlett Packard Company and Intel

HP Virtual Server Environment Reference Architecture: Shared Infrastructure for Databases

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 24:00:00 EST

The core concept behind the Shared Infrastructure for Databases involves simple building blocks, comprised of computing elements, connected together to create a powerful, yet elegant shared database environment. This white paper describes the shared infrastructure, its benefits and HP offerings to help you implement this solution. Published by: Hewlett Packard Company and Intel

Using Deduplication Storage to Backup Virtual Machines Deployed with (VI3)

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 24:00:00 EST

This paper provides general information for using Data Domain deduplication storage systems to backup virtual machines deployed with VMware Infrastructure 3 (VI3). Topics include an overview of VI3 components and various methods of backing up data in VMDK images and Guest OS files for discrete recovery - either locally or remotely in a DR site. Published by: Data Domain

Secrets to Successful DR and Continuity Planning

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

This webinar reviews several enabling technologies that greatly simplify Disaster Recovery and business continuity like Silver Peak's WAN optimization solution. You'll also hear how OfficeWare was able to implement an effective and fully verified DR solution on a limited budget. Published by: Compellent

3 Steps to Eliminate Unused Capacity

Sat, 06 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

In this demo, Compellent technology professionals explain and demonstrate their dynamic capacity and thin provisioning techniqies, how they reduce TCO and energy costs, and dramatically eliminate unused storage space. Published by: Compellent

Data Center Virtualization

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Many organizations are adopting server virtualization technologies to reduce capital costs, create a flexible pool of resources and shrink the data center footprint. But to take full advantage of the benefits of server virtualization, organizations need the support of an advanced storage platform. This data sheet gives more details. Published by: Compellent

Three Must Haves for the Virtual Data Center

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

To take full advantage of server virtualization, and create a true virtual data center, IT departments need a holistic storage solution that allows fully shared resources, easy and automated storage classification and migration and complete data protection. Read this white paper for three "must haves" to achieve those objectives. Published by: Compellent

Going Beyond Certification

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

Check out this fact sheet on Compellent's Storage Center SAN. It's HCL-certified with VMware to ensure seamless integration and support. Read on to learn just how your organization can easily achieve the real-world benefits of virtualization. Published by: Compellent

7 Ways Compellent Optimizes VMware Server Virtualization

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT

As enterprises turn to server virtualization to enhance IT flexibility while reducing costs, Server virtualization solutions such as VMware Infrastructure software are helping organizations achieve those goals by abstracting applications from physical resources. Read this paper for 7 Ways Compellent Optimizes VMware Server Virtualization. Published by: Compellent

Virtually Effortless Backup for VMware Environments

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT

VMware Consolidated Backup (VCB) improves virtual server backup, but there are a number of limitations. FalconStor Software has a solution that works with VCB while overcoming these limitations. Using this solution, you can quickly and efficiently back up virtual machines and retain transactional consistency, without management complexity. Published by: FalconStor Software

VKernel Case Study: Proactive Capacity Optimization for Hershey Entertainment & Resorts

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

In its VMware server environment, Hershey Entertainment and Resorts (HE&R) needed to get more proactive visibility into its resource utilization and allocations to plan for future growth. Published by: VKernel

Significant and Sustained: Cutting Costs While Achieving Better Performance

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

The current economic downturn requires a strategic approach to cutting IT costs, high-performance businesses successfully reduce overall costs sharply and for the long term, shifting spend toward IT capability and business growth. Published by: Accenture

IDC Report on ITIL: How to manage the IT Service Lifecycle

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT

Read this IDC white paper to learn more about IT Infrastructure Library implementation and the ITIL service management lifecycle. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Replicate with Integrity: Protecting VMware Data to Ensure Fast Recovery, Business Continuity

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

This document discusses how technologies from FalconStor Software and VMware work together to enable organizations to overcome the limitations and deliver application-consistent replication for automated DR in a virtual environment. Published by: FalconStor Software

CIO Decisions Ezine Volume 5: Virtual Revolution

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

Read this new volume of the CIO Decisions Midmarket Ezine to learn how server virtualization can save time, space and - perhaps most important - money. Experts and IT executives offer their insights and experience on the technology that's changing the data center. Published by: CIO Decisions

Optimizing Backup and Data Protection in Virtualized Environments

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

Server virtualization increases storage utilization, as moving from physical to virtual servers and often results in a larger number of combined physical and virtual servers in the environment. Published by: ExaGrid Systems, Inc.

VKernel Capacity Analyzer

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

In a virtual server infrastructure where all resources are shared, optimal performance can only be achieved with an adequate amount of properly allocated resource capacity. Not allocating enough resources can cause critical bottlenecks - leading to performance problems and costly downtime events. Published by: VKernel

Highly Available Virtualization With Microsoft Hyper-V and System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2008

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

Combining Microsoft Hyper-V technology with SCVMM 2008 on Dell platforms can help organizations create highly available virtualized systems while offering simplified management, dynamic performance, and reduced costs. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Performance Advantage of Dell PowerEdge R900 over HP DL585 Running Microsoft Hyper-V

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

The combination of high performance and efficiency make the PowerEdge R900 an excellent Microsoft Hyper-V virtualization server. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Demo - Installing Hyper-V Server on Dell PowerEdge R805

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

This video shows the installation of Hyper-V Server on a Dell PowerEdge R805 server through a Dell Remote Access Card (DRAC) using the Virtual CD-ROM and remote console features to facilitate installation remotely. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

Getting Started with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V on Dell Servers

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

This article provides an introduction to Hyper-V virtualization, discusses the overall architecture and underlying technologies, and offers guidance on best practices for deployment on Dell PowerEdge servers. Published by: Dell and Microsoft

eBook: Capacity Planning Eases Path to Virtualization

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

Virtualizing any aspect of your data center changes the game for compliance and e-discovery. Published by: SearchCIO.com

CIO Decisions Ezine Volume 4: Disaster Recovery and Unified Communications

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

This eguide explains how Midmarket companies are embracing server virtualization and updating their disaster recovery strategies to ensure they minimize risk-affordably. Published by: CIO Decisions

Virtual Machines Are Not Free

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST

This paper explains the advantages that virtual machine provides to the IT department. Published by: VKernel

Capacity Analyzer: Optimize Capacity, Maximize Performance, Instant ROI

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST

By continuously monitoring shared capacity utilization trends in your VMware ESX environment, Capacity Analyzer significantly reduces the time and costs of identifying current capacity bottlenecks causing performance problems. Published by: VKernel

VKernel Case Study: Visibility into Resource Utilization for Hasbro Inc.

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST

Using the VKernel Capacity Bottleneck Analyzer, Hasbro is able to continuously monitor shared CPU, memory, and storage usage to properly allocate the required resources among all of its deployed virtual machines. Published by: VKernel

Performance Assurance Lifecycle for Virtual Infrastructures

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST

Read this paper to learn how the Performance Assurance Lifecycle eliminates performance and financial risks, taking the data center from 15-20 percent virtualized to 70-100 percent. Published by: VKernel