Data Center Networking White Papers

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The Ultimate Guide to Enterprise Network Management
sponsored by NBN
WHITE PAPER: Managing enterprise networks is now a greater challenge than ever. Employees are everywhere, so NetOps need to keep a close eye on performance to make sure these employees can stay productive, wherever they are. Access our expert guide to explore best practices and tools for network management, and see how automation can help.
Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 12 Nov 2020

NBN

Strategically Sourcing IT Infrastructure: Dealing with the Data Center
sponsored by Digital Realty
WHITE PAPER: This white paper outlines the key research findings of a survey about the motivations and priorities of data center investment. Learn about the best ways to strategically source your IT infrastructure and how to make the right decisions for your organization about data center investment.
Posted: 10 Oct 2014 | Published: 31 Jul 2014

Digital Realty

Building Next-Generation Cloud and Data Center Transport Networks
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This brief guide outlines a unique strategy for building next-generation cloud and data center networks.
Posted: 26 Jun 2014 | Published: 26 Jun 2014

Cisco Systems, Inc.

A Data Center Fabric is Critical to a Next-Generation Data Center
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This informative whitepaper explores the need for a data center fabric in your next-generation data center.
Posted: 23 Jun 2014 | Published: 31 Jan 2014

Cisco Systems, Inc.

Five Secrets of Highly Effective Data Centers
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This informative whitepaper explores five secrets of highly effective data centers.
Posted: 23 Jun 2014 | Published: 23 Jun 2014

Cisco Systems, Inc.

The Building Blocks of Unified Fabric and LAN/SAN Convergence
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: This white paper details the benefits of I/O consolidation on Ethernet and Fibre Channel.
Posted: 12 Jun 2014 | Published: 13 Aug 2013

Dell, Inc. and Intel®

Solving the ADC Market Share Riddle: Why Citrix NetScaler is Winning the Data Center
sponsored by Citrix
WHITE PAPER: When it comes to the new demands of network infrastructure, it is critical to have an effective application device controller (ADC). This brief guide explores an effective ADC that can help improve your network performance and provide you with effective scalability solutions.
Posted: 13 May 2014 | Published: 06 Jan 2014

Citrix

The Active Advantage: Why Networking Leaders Are Embracing ADC Clustering
sponsored by Citrix
WHITE PAPER: This informative whitepaper explores the importance of application delivery controllers and why they are essential to the performance of your data centers and networks.
Posted: 07 May 2014 | Published: 07 May 2014

Citrix

"Bring Your Own Self" and the Workplace of the Future
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Enterprise
WHITE PAPER: Read this informative whitepaper to learn about the impact this evolving trend can have on your organisation and how both individuals and corporations can use this trend to gain competitive advantage.
Posted: 01 May 2014 | Published: 01 May 2014

Hewlett-Packard Enterprise

Two Industry-Leading Converged Infrastructure Systems Go Head to Head
sponsored by EMC Converged Platforms.
WHITE PAPER: This crucial white paper compares two of the top converged infrastructure solutions on the market, allowing you to compare and contrast the pros and cons of each and decide which one provides the ideal results for your organization.
Posted: 17 Apr 2014 | Published: 17 Apr 2014

EMC Converged Platforms.

Sports Broadcasting Company Scores Big With Converged Infrastructure
sponsored by EMC Converged Platforms.
WHITE PAPER: This exclusive case study examines how FOX SPORTS was able to utilize a converged infrastructure solution to handle their explosive increase in data, resulting in reduced support calls and decreased system implementation time, all while cutting costs.
Posted: 17 Apr 2014 | Published: 17 Apr 2014

EMC Converged Platforms.

Network Programmability Is Real: Five Use Cases for Our Disaster Recovery Cloud Services
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This resource covers the benefits found from five use cases for a networking platform that will provide added flexibility and agility.
Posted: 07 Apr 2014 | Published: 17 Feb 2014

Cisco Systems, Inc.

Cisco Catalyst 2960-S, 2960-X, and 2960-XR Stacking with FlexStack and FlexStack-Plus Technology: Description, Usage, and Best Practices
sponsored by Cisco
WHITE PAPER: This guide takes a look at top network switching technologies and how they can help revolutionize your existing networks.
Posted: 06 Apr 2014 | Published: 31 Dec 2013

Cisco

Preventing Data Center Downtime
sponsored by Gigamon
WHITE PAPER: It goes without saying that your data center is the lifeblood of your organization. This guide explores how you can minimize data center downtime and why doing so is extremely important.
Posted: 04 Apr 2014 | Published: 31 Dec 2012

Gigamon

Secure Unified Access with Cisco Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Series Switches
sponsored by Cisco
WHITE PAPER: This informative whitepaper explores the security benefits of an industry leader's networking switch technology.
Posted: 03 Apr 2014 | Published: 31 Dec 2013

Cisco

Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Platform: The Greenest Catalyst Switches Ever
sponsored by Cisco
WHITE PAPER: This guide explores a state of the art network switching technology that can greatly enhance your company's ability to go green.
Posted: 03 Apr 2014 | Published: 31 Dec 2013

Cisco

Network Solutions for your 21st Century Data Center
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Enterprise
WHITE PAPER: This informative white paper explores the impact of virtualization and cloud computing on the data center and how to build the most efficient and cost effective data center network.
Posted: 31 Mar 2014 | Published: 31 May 2013

Hewlett-Packard Enterprise

NGBASE-T Cabling Requirements
sponsored by CommScope
WHITE PAPER: Offering max data center network speeds and performance is a top priority for all IT departments. This guide takes a look at the cabling requirements for NGBASE-T and how it can revolutionize the way networking is carried out.
Posted: 11 Mar 2014 | Published: 31 Dec 2013

CommScope

Using Policy Based Routing and Access Control Lists in a Virtualized Network
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: Explore this informative white paper to discover what's involved in configuring and applying PBR, user scenarios and much more.
Posted: 04 Mar 2014 | Published: 31 Dec 2013

DellEMC and Intel®

Using MLAG in Dell Networks: Deployment Guide for Dell Networking Switches
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: Access this exclusive white paper to discover all the ins-and-outs of MLAG technology, how they are used and recommendations on how to implement MLAG into your own network.
Posted: 04 Mar 2014 | Published: 31 Jan 2014

DellEMC and Intel®

Nexans simplifies data center operations to ensure scalability
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Enterprise
WHITE PAPER: In this case study, read up on how one organization overcame the complex IT challenges that ensued after acquiring an overseas company by adopting a cloud solution. Click to read about the benefits of a more scalable infrastructure and standardized and automated management.
Posted: 04 Mar 2014 | Published: 31 Jul 2013

Hewlett-Packard Enterprise

Optimizing Visibility, Control and Performance of Network Traffic
sponsored by Ixia
WHITE PAPER: Learn how network monitoring switches can help offload and control your current tools, providing the visibility you need for effective data center network monitoring and management.
Posted: 03 Mar 2014 | Published: 30 Jun 2013

Ixia

Benefits of Infrastructure and Network Convergence with FCoE
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: Access this game-changing resource to discover how your organization can benefit from adopting converged networks.
Posted: 03 Mar 2014 | Published: 31 Jan 2014

DellEMC and Intel®

Automation: The Future of Network Visibility
sponsored by Ixia
WHITE PAPER: Gain an understanding of how monitoring switch automation fits your organization, and discover how different security tools can help boost your compliance initiatives.
Posted: 28 Feb 2014 | Published: 30 Nov 2013

Ixia

Service Providers and OEMs – Better Together in Serving Big Business
sponsored by Dimension Data
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper discusses the importance of keeping your original equipment manufacturer and service providers separate.
Posted: 06 Feb 2014 | Published: 13 Feb 2013

Dimension Data