Scaling Virtualized Data Centers with Cloud-Optimized Networks
sponsored by Brocade
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This paper helps IT organizations in their planning for cloud computing by proposing a reference architecture with VMware software products and Brocade VCS technology.
Posted: 12 Dec 2011 | Published: 12 Dec 2011
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Case Study: Building Materials Company Virtualizes SAP Applications [Unified Computing]
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
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When it came time to replace its blade servers, Pacific Coast Building Products, Inc. sought a new platform that would support growth. Read this case study to learn how Pacific Coast implemented a platform that simplified provisioning and management of their SAP applications in a virtualized environment.
Posted: 21 Nov 2011 | Published: 31 Dec 2010
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What Is an Ethernet Fabric?
sponsored by Brocade
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Compared to classic hierarchical Ethernet architectures, Ethernet fabrics provide the higher levels of performance, utilization, availability and simplicity required to meet the business needs of data centers today and into the future.
Posted: 15 Nov 2011 | Published: 31 Aug 2011
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Cost/Benefit Case for Virtualization with IBM System x Dual-socket Servers: Economic Value of Legacy Small Server Replacement
sponsored by IBM and Intel.
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This management brief provides a virtualization cost/benefit analysis, examines common deployment patterns, and recommends an architecture that can ensure your clients achieve their desired results.
Posted: 15 Nov 2011 | Published: 21 Nov 2011
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What’s New in VMware vSphere 5?
sponsored by VMware and Cisco
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This white paper details a virtualisation platform that accelerates the cloud computing transition for existing data centres and supports compatible public cloud offerings, forming the foundation for the industry’s only hybrid cloud model.
Posted: 08 Nov 2011 | Published: 08 Nov 2011
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Stingray Traffic Manager Virtual Appliance Performance on vSphere 4
sponsored by Riverbed Technology, Inc.
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Cloud infrastructure platforms like VMware vSphere 4.0 can significantly benefit from load balancers that connect users to the most suitable data center. This white paper outlines how the Riverbed Stingray Traffic Manager Virtual Appliance (VA) improves traffic performance figures compared to a Linux install.
Posted: 07 Nov 2011 | Published: 07 Nov 2011
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The Value of Smarter Datacenter Services
sponsored by IBM
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This paper provides an overview of how IT organizations can optimize across the entire life cycle of their datacenters and build a strong foundation for future IT operations. Opportunities for optimization remain strong, including increasing efficiency.
Posted: 04 Nov 2011 | Published: 04 Nov 2011
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Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
sponsored by Citrix
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Access this white paper to learn about the latest technology platform that is proven to deliver optimal deployment service in comparison to other solutions in the market.
Posted: 02 Nov 2011 | Published: 02 Nov 2011
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Virtualize Critical Applications with IBM and VMware
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
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When IT professionals migrate critical applications to a virtualized infrastructure, they must consider continuity throughout every stage in the application lifecycle. Access this white paper to learn about technology solutions that can virtualize your critical applications to enhance business value and minimize risks.
Posted: 01 Nov 2011 | Published: 01 Nov 2011
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SAP Implementation and Operation in Integrated Environments
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
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Access this detailed technical brief to learn how creating a dynamic infrastructure can advance business performance and reduce operational efforts.
Posted: 31 Oct 2011 | Published: 31 Oct 2011
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Support for Virtualized Environments: HP's Critical Advantage
sponsored by HP Inc
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Access this exclusive resource to learn about an innovative solution that can optimize your server virtualization and offer your business enhanced performance, improved availability, personalized support and much more.
Posted: 27 Oct 2011 | Published: 27 Oct 2011
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Capacity Management Is Crucial in Virtualized Environments: Without the Right Tools, IT Service Optimization Is Tricky
sponsored by TeamQuest Corporation
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Virtualization offers a more flexible solution where resources can be redistributed in accordance with shifting demands. However, virtualization resources add a new abstraction layer to the infrastructure stack, which can complicate IT service optimization. Read on to learn best practices for optimizing IT services in complex virtual environments.
Posted: 10 Oct 2011 | Published: 10 Oct 2011
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The Key To Cloud And Virtual Computing: Managing And Planning Capacity In 2011 And Beyond
sponsored by TeamQuest Corporation
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The flexibility and cost alternatives provided by virtualization, cloud computing and SaaS present organizations with a choice of platforms to run applications or a business service. These computing models highlight the need for a better capacity management process. Learn about effectively managing capacity for improvements in business services.
Posted: 10 Oct 2011 | Published: 10 Oct 2011
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Intel IT: Implementing and Expanding a Virtualized Environment
sponsored by Intel
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While businesses strive to find ways to deliver the most efficient cloud deployment possible in their enterprise, the security issues involved can make it difficult. Access this exclusive resource to discover how to effectively balance cloud security and network performance.
Posted: 03 Oct 2011 | Published: 30 Sep 2011
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Applying Factory Principles to Accelerate Enterprise Virtualization
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel®
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This white paper points out the challenges of virtualizing a large quantity of servers and describes seven clearly defined steps that comprise the virtualization process. Get detailed information on each one of these phases and obtain lessons learned from one company that employed this approach.
Posted: 28 Sep 2011 | Published: 01 Feb 2011
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Understanding Desktop Virtualization
sponsored by Intel
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This white paper describes the variety of desktop virtualization models available, how each works, and the advantages and limitations of each model for key vectors such as security, manageability, and power consumption. Also identified are the major providers of software solutions and the end-point devices to deploy each model.
Posted: 14 Sep 2011 | Published: 13 Sep 2011
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Enabling Device Independent Mobility with Dynamic Virtual Clients
sponsored by Intel
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To enable device-independent mobility (DIM) at Intel, Intel IT is considering implementing dynamic virtual client (DVC) technology, which uses containerized software appliances to abstract the OS; applications; corporate data and workspaces. In this model, users can access their applications and information from any device, anywhere, anytime.
Posted: 13 Sep 2011 | Published: 13 Sep 2011
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Virtualization for your enterprise
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
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This paper explores the basics of a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) deployment, including a general description of components and their purpose. Read more to discover the benefits of VDI, and how you can determine if this technology is right for your business.
Posted: 24 Aug 2011 | Published: 24 Aug 2011
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Dell Compellent Storage Center SAN & Vmware View 1,000 Desktop Reference Architecture
sponsored by Dell Compellent
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An efficient storage solution is integral to a successful VDI implementation. With a Fluid Data architecture and integrated software features such as Automated Tiered Storage, Thin Provisioning, Continuous Snapshots and Remote Replication, the Dell Compellent Storage Center SAN proves to be a highly effective storage option for VMware View.
Posted: 02 Aug 2011 | Published: 02 Aug 2011
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Integration of Microsoft Hyper-V and Coraid Ethernet SAN Storage
sponsored by Coraid
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Data centers are going through massive changes at the compute layer. Server virtualization is transforming the IT landscape achieving amazing improvements in price-performance and agility. However, realizing the price-performance and agility benefits of virtualization at the storage layer can be a challenge. Read this white paper to learn more.
Posted: 02 Aug 2011 | Published: 02 Aug 2011
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Efficient Data Recovery Demands a Unified Solution
sponsored by Acronis
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An Acronis white paper stating that integrating Disaster Recovery and Data Protection is a practical solution for reducing storage management TCO, improving IT administrator productivity, and increasing the reliability of backup and recovery plans.
Posted: 31 Jul 2011 | Published: 18 Jul 2011
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Optimize VMware Environments with the Smartest Virtualized Storage
sponsored by Dell Compellent
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Data center virtualization not only consolidates IT resources and boosts efficiency, but increases flexibility, performance and availability. By combining storage virtualization by Compellent with server virtualization by VMware, users know their data center will operate efficiently today and adapt to change tomorrow.
Posted: 11 Jul 2011 | Published: 11 Jul 2011
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Continuing to Reap the Rewards of Virtualization
sponsored by Veeam Software
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As virtualization initiatives have gathered momentum and virtual environments are becoming the norm rather than the exception, the infrastructure necessary to support these environments has exploded, creating new opportunities for inefficiency. Read on to learn more.
Posted: 08 Jul 2011 | Published: 08 Jul 2011
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Extending virtualization in the data center with application infrastructure virtualization: An Introduction to WebSphere Virtual Enterprise
sponsored by IBM
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This white paper examines application infrastructure virtualization as a new virtualization category within the data center. Continue reading to learn how this technology can augment the capability and value of existing server virtualizations.
Posted: 07 Jul 2011 | Published: 07 Jul 2011
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Simplify VMware vSphere* 4Networking with Intel® Ethernet 10 Gigabit Server Adapters
sponsored by Intel
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Server virtualization can quickly result in excessively complex network ports if you don't have a plan. This white paper explores the factors that can lead to GbE port bloat, including physical server connection paradigms and security procedures.
Posted: 05 Jul 2011 | Published: 05 Jul 2011
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