Virtualization Strategies for the CIO- VM performance management
- Capacity planning
- Provisioning and configuration
- Monitoring and troubleshooting virtual machines
- P2V, V2V and V2P migration
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Using Linux Virtual Machine Manager in mixed Xen, KVM shops
The Linux Virtual Machine Manager can control both Xen and KVM at the same time, and setting it up is simple.Tip
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VMware vFabric App Performance Manager is GA: News in brief
VMware’s Java application performance management software is now available for purchase, and other virtualization news in brief.News | 08 Nov 2011
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Optimizing Xen virtualization for Oracle databases
After adjustments, Xen virtualization can run Oracle databases without a performance hit. Just be careful about the Oracle’s finicky support policies.Tip
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SearchServerVirtualization.com Products of the Year 2011
SearchServerVirtualization.com's annual Products of the Year awards recognize innovation and performance in data center technologies. Nominate a product today!Feature
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Windows PowerShell cmdlets for XenServer management
You can make Citrix XenServer management easier by using Windows PowerShell cmdlets. The XenServer PowerShell snap-in is handy for automating tasks.Tip
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Q&A: Cross-platform virtualization management
More data centers are running multiple virtualization platforms, but with this approach, virtualization management can get complicated.Q&A
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Microsoft System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2012 at a glance
Due later this year, Microsoft System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2012 offers a self-service portal and granular admin roles for cloud management.Tutorial
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Virtualization pros get flashy with tier-one apps
Flash storage can break I/O and latency bottlenecks that would otherwise hamper virtualizing high-performance applications.News | 22 Aug 2011
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Virtualization storage performance monitoring: Metrics and tools
Storage performance monitoring ensures that you’re warned of low storage capacity and that you’re up to date on virtualization storage usage trends.Tip
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IT process automation and automated performance monitoring
IT process automation is the foundation of an automated virtual infrastructure. You can improve server automation by linking simple tasks such as VM provisioning and configuration.Tutorial
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Defining an ideal virtual server consolidation ratio
Finding the best virtual server consolidation ratio is difficult, and larger, virtualization-friendly servers do not necessarily ease the process.Tip
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IT showback
An IT showback system tracks the data center utilization rates of an organization’s business units or end users.Definition
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Mommy, where does VM sprawl come from?
VM sprawl creeps up on a data center. Before you can tackle the issue, it helps to understand how VM sprawl occurs and what it can do to an IT shop.Tip
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Shedding light on Hyper-V 3.0 resource monitoring
Hyper-V 3.0 will feature new resource-monitoring capabilities, which will be a boon for multi-tenant environments that need to calculate chargeback.Tip
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Comparing configuration and change management tools: What to look for
Configuration and change management affects capacity planning, DR and compliance. Find out which tools and features are available in the market.Tip
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Hyper-V 3.0 guide: Dissecting the next Microsoft hypervisor
Hyper-V 3.0 is still in pre-beta, but the early reviews are promising for IT shops. The next Microsoft hypervisor will sport new features that may give VMware a run for its money.Tutorial
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Improving business agility through capacity planning and VM management
Business agility is essential for organizations looking to stay competitive in today’s economy. Server virtualization and capacity planning are two ways to address that need.Tip
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Local storage for virtualization: Will it catch on?
Local storage is making a comeback. Storage and virtualization vendors are utilizing local disks, providing a cheaper alternative to shared storage.Tip
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Virtualization storage performance monitoring: Metrics and tools
Storage performance monitoring ensures that you’re warned of low storage capacity and that you’re up to date on virtualization storage usage trends.Tip
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Virtualization storage thin provisioning and lifecycle planning
Thin provisioning means you can flexibly add storage and expand virtual hard disks when needs rise, but don’t overprovision. You could end up with poor performance and low physical capacity.Tip
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Defining an ideal virtual server consolidation ratio
Finding the best virtual server consolidation ratio is difficult, and larger, virtualization-friendly servers do not necessarily ease the process.Tip
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Mommy, where does VM sprawl come from?
VM sprawl creeps up on a data center. Before you can tackle the issue, it helps to understand how VM sprawl occurs and what it can do to an IT shop.Tip
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The complete buyer’s guide for virtual infrastructure tools
Searching for the right virtual infrastructure tools can feel like trying to find a needle in a haystack, unless you’re using our buyer’s guide.Tutorial
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Automation tools for virtualization provisioning: Weighing the options
When choosing automation tools for your virtualization provisioning, carefully weigh all options to ensure that you get the most bang for your buck.Tip
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Shedding light on Hyper-V 3.0 resource monitoring
Hyper-V 3.0 will feature new resource-monitoring capabilities, which will be a boon for multi-tenant environments that need to calculate chargeback.Tip
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Comparing configuration and change management tools: What to look for
Configuration and change management affects capacity planning, DR and compliance. Find out which tools and features are available in the market.Tip
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What will the future hold for multi-hypervisor management?
Multi-hypervisor management sounds great, but the tools lack critical features. Our advisory board members discuss this market’s future and potential.Answer
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Hyper-V Replica: New VM replication tool for cost-conscious IT shops
Hyper-V Replica, the new VM replication feature in Microsoft’s next hypervisor, is a free and viable disaster recovery tool for SMBs and enterprises.Tip
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Spotlight on Hyper-V 3.0 high availability and redundancy
IT admins will have more help improving high availability with new redundancy and predictive failure analysis features in Microsoft Hyper-V 3.0.Tip
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The multi-hypervisor management tool landscape
Multi-hypervisor management tools solve a growing need, as more organization run multiple platforms. But the options are few and far between.Tip
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The best ways to control virtual machine sprawl
After virtual machine sprawl takes hold, all hope isn’t lost. There are ways to reclaim your environment and prevent VM sprawl from appearing again.Tip
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The complete buyer’s guide for virtual infrastructure tools
Searching for the right virtual infrastructure tools can feel like trying to find a needle in a haystack, unless you’re using our buyer’s guide.Tutorial
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How to recognize and prevent a hypervisor attack to protect data
A hypervisor attack can hand hackers the keys to your virtual kingdom. But, with the proper precautions and tools, you can minimize the risk.Tip
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Virtualization and hypervisor security vulnerabilities to look out for
Virtualization and hypervisor security vulnerabilities are a real threat to organizations, and physical security tools may not help your efforts.Tip
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Death to white box servers: Why converged infrastructure is superior
Converged infrastructure can be a powerful weapon in your arsenal to quell the virtualization performance bottlenecks caused by white box servers.Tip
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Virtualization backup tools: How the field stacks up
Virtualization backup tools have become a crucial investment for many IT shops. Choosing the right one requires an analysis of the features and cost.Tip
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How virtual security appliances and tools protect a data center
Virtual security appliances and tools keep the bad guys out. But vendors approach virtual security differently and not every tool may suit your needs.Tip
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Asking stupid questions can lead to server virtualization success
Stupid questions are rarely stupid. In fact, asking stupid questions can challenge the status quo, leading to better results in the data center.Column | 24 Feb 2012
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Hyper-V SMB shops seek System Center 2012 alternatives
Some small Hyper-V shops look to third-party Hyper-V monitoring and reporting tools as an alternative to the new mammoth Microsoft System Center 2012 bundles.News | 22 Feb 2012
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Devising in-house workarounds to solve virtualization problems
Virtualization problems are bound to come up. But you don’t need a pricey product to solve your issues. You can always devise an in-house workaround.Answer
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Mommy, where does VM sprawl come from?
VM sprawl creeps up on a data center. Before you can tackle the issue, it helps to understand how VM sprawl occurs and what it can do to an IT shop.Tip
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Virtualizing applications and virtual server migration best practices
Virtualizing applications is great for ROI. With virtual server migrations and virtual appliances, you can recoup your investment even faster.Tutorial
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Long-distance live migration moves within reach
Doing a long-distance live migration these days is a Herculean effort, but F5 Networks says it’s time is coming for mere mortals.News | 22 Nov 2011
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Hyper-V 3.0 shared-nothing live migration a boon for small shops
Shared-nothing live migration in Hyper-V 3.0 will improve small IT shops’ planned maintenance prospects, but the technology comes with some limits.News | 22 Sep 2011
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Server consolidation's final phase: VM monitoring and migration
Once you’ve gathered all your server consolidation project data, you’re ready to perform the virtual server migration. And don’t forget VM monitoring.Tip
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Legacy OSes and virtual server migration challenges
Server virtualization is challenging, but it’s even more tricky when you have to coax old legacy servers or a legacy OS onto new virtualization hardware.Tip
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VMware launches Converter 5.0 beta: Virtualization news in brief
The new version of vCenter Converter Standalone will optimize disk partition alignment, Virsto snares $12 million in funding, and VMware partners with Hitachi on cloud services.News | 10 Jun 2011
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Top five P2V conversion roadblocks
The P2V conversion process doesn’t always run smoothly. Downtime, hardware incompatibility and outdated applications can foil your P2V migration plan at any stage of the game.Tip
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Using P2V conversion for virtualization disaster recovery
Not all servers are good VM candidates. But with P2V conversion, you can still protect the leftovers in a virtualization disaster recovery strategy.Tip
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Top 5 tips for P2V conversion success
The process of converting physical machines into VMs doesn’t always run smoothly. There are five easy ways to ensure your P2V conversions go off without a hitch.Tip
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