Bitpipe: Storage Virtualization Software Research

Presentation Transcript: File Virtualization Explained

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

At its most basic, file virtualization is about separating file data from restrictions in how it is accessed and manipulated. It can also ease things when it comes to migrating those storage systems. Read this presentation transcript to find out more about file virtualization. Published by: F5 Networks UK

Advanced Data Protection and Disaster Recovery

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

Coupling NetApp’s SnapMirror and SnapVault technology with Syncsort’s BEX software has created an integrated disk-based solution for data protection and disaster recovery of mission-critical digital assets. Within minutes of an outage or disaster, applications, databases and users can be accessing data and resuming business. Published by: Syncsort

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

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

File Virtualization Explained

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

HP StorageWorks SAN Virtualisation Services Platform: Simplifying Heterogeneous Storage Virtualisation

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

This report documents the results of ESG Lab testing of the HP StorageWorks SAN Virtualization Services Platform (SVSP). The enhanced high availability and disaster recovery capabilities of asynchronous remote mirroring are also presented. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

E-Guide: Storage Virtualization Best Practices

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This E-Guide explores server virtualization and its impacts on storage. Learn more about the dynamic nature of virtualized environments and the overall state of adoption, performance spectrum, benefits, and challenges. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

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

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

Workload Weighting for Mid-range Storage Array Administrators

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

This white paper informs readers about the time and cost savings, from a storage administrator's perspective, that can be realized from using StorageWorks EVA as compared to competing solutions from EMC and NetApp. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Business Value of Storage Virtualisation: Scaling the Storage Solution; Leveraging the Storage Investment

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

This analysis looks at the positive business impact of networked storage virtualisation solutions that improve storage asset utilisation, reduce the administrative costs of provisioning new storage systems, and improve application availability. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Storage Virtualisation and the HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 24:00:00 EST

This white paper presents an overview of storage virtualisation at the controller level of a storage system. It describes how HP defines virtualisation technology and how it applies to the HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array (EVA) storage system. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

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

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

Disk-to-Disk-to-Tape across Distributed Sites: Unified Approach Provides Improved Protection and Better ROI

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Every company with multiple locations has the challenge of managing backup data across different sites, media types, and retention periods for short term protection and long term retention. View this webcast to learn about a new consolidated approach to solving this problem by combining disk, deduplication, and tape storage systems. Published by: Quantum Corporation and Symantec

Hitachi NAS Platform 3080 and 3090: Storage Consolidation and Intelligent Tiering for VMware Environments

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The rapid adoption of server virtualization technology by organizations of all sizes has been driven by cost, flexibility and time to market. The cost savings in server consolidation are the primary motivators, but the ability to quickly deploy new applications to suit changes in the business has led many to use VMware products. Published by: Hitachi Data Systems

Essential Guide to Storage Virtualization

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Read this guide for expert advice on updating your storage system with virtualization. Covered here are the pros and cons of three architectures, a buying guide and vendor comparisons, a breakdown on how storage virtualization relates to disaster recovery, and a list of vendor resources. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

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

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

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

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

HP LeftHand SAN Failback Procedure for VMware

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper documents the procedure for failback from a VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) recovery site after SRM has performed a failover on an HP LeftHand SAN. This document is intended for customers who are using an HP LeftHand SAN with VMware. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Optimizing Business System Management in a Challenging Global Economy: Delivering Service Quality While Improving IT Efficiency

Fri, 15 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This IDC White Paper examines the roles of virtualization and automation in improving operational efficiencies. Delivering end-to-end service visibility across both physical and virtual infrastructures is a key requirement for preventing service outages or failures. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

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

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.

Swiss manufacturer installs out-of-the-box storage area network in less than half an hour

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

The existing storage solution at Eternit (Schweiz) AG, was unable to meet the growing needs of the organization. The company wanted a solution that was scalable, cost efficient and easy to use. Read this case study to find out how Dell was able to assist with these goals. Published by: Dell, Inc.