Data Center Design White Papers

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Next Generation Data Center Infrastructure Management
sponsored by Emerson
WHITE PAPER: Due to recent technological advances such as cloud, virtualization, big data and converged infrastructures, the data center is evolving. Read through this informational white paper to learn how companies are focusing their resources their data center infrastructure management solutions.
Posted: 16 Dec 2013 | Published: 20 May 2013

Emerson

BMC Atrium Discovery and Dependency Mapping
sponsored by BMC Software
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper discusses a solution that can end the days of manual audits in your data center with more accurate mapping practices.
Posted: 16 Dec 2013 | Published: 15 Dec 2009

BMC Software

Cloud Readiness Heat Map
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This informative map will show you what countries are the most cloud prepared and which ones are emerging to handle the technology.
Posted: 12 Dec 2013 | Published: 12 Dec 2013

Cisco Systems, Inc.

Cisco Global Cloud Index Q&A
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper is a Q&A about the Cisco cloud index that will give you a full understanding of how it works and how you can use it to help you run your data center.
Posted: 11 Dec 2013 | Published: 11 Dec 2013

Cisco Systems, Inc.

The Role of the Operating System in Cloud Environments
sponsored by Red Hat
WHITE PAPER: Download this exclusive whitepaper today and discover the crucial elements you need to consider to create an operationally sophisticated hybrid cloud computing environment.
Posted: 10 Dec 2013 | Published: 31 Dec 2011

Red Hat

The Truth About Migrating to Private Cloud
sponsored by Dell and VMware
WHITE PAPER: This expert whitepaper serves as a guide on how to setup and manage the cloud without running into issues.
Posted: 09 Dec 2013 | Published: 09 Dec 2013

Dell and VMware

Red Hat Open IaaS Architecture Service
sponsored by Red Hat
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper details the importance of getting off to a good start when implementing an open cloud environment.
Posted: 27 Nov 2013 | Published: 27 Nov 2013

Red Hat

How self-service cloud provisioning helps
sponsored by ServiceNow
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper covers the importance of taking a customer-centric approach to cloud management.
Posted: 26 Nov 2013 | Published: 26 Nov 2013

ServiceNow

Cloud Management In A Hybrid Cloud World
sponsored by Red Hat
WHITE PAPER: To maximize the benefits of cloud, infrastructure and operations (I&O) professionals must take over cloud management to allow cloud developers to focus on what's really important – developing and testing apps. Access this white paper to learn the current cloud management issues and skills I&O professionals must master to manage the cloud.
Posted: 26 Nov 2013 | Published: 30 Jul 2013

Red Hat

Understanding the Ins-and-Outs of IT Disaster Recovery Management
sponsored by SunGard Availability Services
WHITE PAPER: This crucial white paper examines what elements are critical in constructing comprehensive DR strategy, detailing the three components crucial to success: backup hardware, software, and the surrounding programs.
Posted: 25 Nov 2013 | Published: 25 Nov 2013

SunGard Availability Services

Red Hat's Open Hybrid Cloud Architecture
sponsored by Red Hat
WHITE PAPER: Read this resource today for a cloud system software overview, understand the two classes this trend is diverging into and discover  a commercially supported and tested version of OpenStack now on the market that will target customers that want an enterprise-ready distribution of OpenStack.
Posted: 24 Nov 2013 | Published: 31 Jul 2013

Red Hat

New Strategies to Slash Data Center Energy Costs and Beef up Capacity
sponsored by Emerson Network Power
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper covers how to create a cascade effect on the energy savings in your data center by putting the focus in the correct places.
Posted: 22 Nov 2013 | Published: 22 Nov 2013

Emerson Network Power

VMware vSphere with Operations Management
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper covers 10 important tech tips to help you find the cause of problems in your data center and quickly resolve them.
Posted: 22 Nov 2013 | Published: 22 Nov 2013

VMware, Inc.

Cloud Storage: 3 Primary Pillars to Take Into Account
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper details the requirements for building an efficient cloud infrastructure in order to achieve the agility benefits of this compute strategy. Read on to learn about the value of storage virtualization – and why needs to be an essential consideration in your cloud design.
Posted: 21 Nov 2013 | Published: 18 Jul 2012

IBM

Fundamental Principles of Generators for Information Technology
sponsored by Schneider Electric
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper covers the basics on standby generators and systems to prepare your IT staff for any prolonged utility power outages.
Posted: 21 Nov 2013 | Published: 24 Nov 2011

Schneider Electric

A Guide to the Differing Types of Prefabricated Modular Data Centers
sponsored by Schneider Electric
WHITE PAPER: Access this feature white paper to compare and define the key attributes of prefabricated modular data centers, and provide a framework for choosing the best approaches based on your business requirements.
Posted: 21 Nov 2013 | Published: 21 Nov 2013

Schneider Electric

Study reveals the top cloud and virtualization service providers
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper reveals the results of study that broke down the virtualization and cloud markets for small and medium businesses.
Posted: 21 Nov 2013 | Published: 13 Sep 2012

VMware, Inc.

6 Tasks You Can’t Do With Traditional IT Operations Tools
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper dives into the six tasks that traditional IT infrastructure tools can't do.
Posted: 21 Nov 2013 | Published: 21 Nov 2013

VMware, Inc.

WHAT IS A MODULAR DATA CENTER?
sponsored by Schneider Electric
WHITE PAPER: In this white paper, you will discover a framework for modular data center architecture. Read on to learn how you can reduce total cost of ownership, increase flexibility, reduce deployment time, and improve efficiency with a modular, scalable data center design.
Posted: 20 Nov 2013 | Published: 21 Nov 2012

Schneider Electric

Ten Steps to Increasing Data Center Efficiency and Availability through Infrastructure Monitoring
sponsored by Emerson Network Power
WHITE PAPER: This white paper details 10 solutions to take your data center from reactive to proactive.
Posted: 20 Nov 2013 | Published: 16 Nov 2011

Emerson Network Power

Calculating the Cost of Data Center Outages
sponsored by Emerson Network Power
WHITE PAPER: This white paper details the results of a study that determined the real cost of unplanned data center outages.
Posted: 20 Nov 2013 | Published: 01 Feb 2011

Emerson Network Power

High Efficiency Indirect Air Economizer-based Cooling for Data Centers
sponsored by Schneider Electric
WHITE PAPER: This white paper details how indirect air economizer-based cooling will lower the cost of running your data center without the same risk as directly exposing your infrastructure to the outdoor air.
Posted: 18 Nov 2013 | Published: 18 Nov 2013

Schneider Electric

Acoustics Management and Noise Mitigation in the OSP Environment
sponsored by Emerson Network Power
WHITE PAPER: This white paper details the noise problems that come with an expanding client base and how to stay quiet and meet regulations.
Posted: 18 Nov 2013 | Published: 15 Aug 2007

Emerson Network Power

Leveraging Virtualization for Operational Efficiency
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This white paper details the results of a study that show the benefits of running your data center on a Linux operating platform.
Posted: 14 Nov 2013 | Published: 14 Nov 2013

IBM

The future of data services delivery and management starts here
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This white paper details the importance of the right data services solution to keep your organization competitive in today's market.
Posted: 14 Nov 2013 | Published: 14 Nov 2013

IBM