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Check configuration settings on Hyper-V servers
Generate a report with valuable Hyper-V configuration information, such as the virtual disk path, using a PowerShell script to ensure your server settings match the design documentation.
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Best of VMworld 2018 U.S. Awards official rules
Read the updated rules, criteria and categories for the Best of VMworld 2018 U.S. Awards to find out what the requirements are for each product nomination.
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Best of VMworld 2018 U.S. Award nominations now open
Nominate the top virtualization, cloud and end-user computing products for the Best of VMworld 2018 U.S. Awards.
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Optimal virtual processor to Hyper-V VM ratio explained
There isn't a set number of virtual processors you should configure for a Hyper-V VM, but there are steps you can take to ensure your workloads receive enough processor resources.
VMware vs. Microsoft vs. Citrix
Download now to compare the top ten virtualization management tool providers including VMware, Microsoft, and Citrix, and see what improvements your organization could make with a virtualization management tool.
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Mitigate the negative effects of VM density
Large VMware hosts can be advantageous, but VM density can have unforeseen consequences during a system failure. Evaluate VM functionality to ensure you're ready for a disaster.
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Configure Hyper-V with a proper live migration setup
An effective live migration setup is key to a complete Hyper-V configuration. Consider these expert recommendations, such as limiting concurrent live migrations, to ensure success.
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Get to know Nutanix's hypervisor
Nutanix hypervisor components, including controller VMs, and Prism, its management control plane, help simplify management. Learn more about how these components work together.
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Zero in on CPU and vCPU management
Proper vCPU allocation can be difficult to achieve, but if you have a good understanding of the technology and take advantage of these helpful features, it will be within reach.
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Address common problems with VM backups
Common problems with VM backups include low disk space, low memory, interdependencies and so on. Learn how to overcome these issues and more with this expert advice.
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Virtualization costs, licensing and support issues
IT shops on the clock to upgrade vSphere 5.5 to 6.5
To position themselves for future needs and technologies, many vSphere 5.5 customers may have to move out of their comfort zones and upgrade to version 6.5.
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Why hybrid cloud deployments are becoming commonplace
Hybrid cloud deployments are gaining traction because they enable private cloud security and public cloud flexibility, and orchestration between the two cloud models has improved.
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The current private cloud market explained
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Pop quiz: Public and private cloud differences
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Key features of private cloud services
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Troubleshoot common KVM issues
To troubleshoot common KVM issues, start by checking the logs. Then, isolate the issue and check the VM status using virsh commands. Finally, check the disk space, memory and networking.
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Reconnect Hyper-V VMs after creating a virtual switch
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Remove a VM's attached ISO file before booting
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Plan for hybrid cloud deployments to avoid challenges
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Configure Hyper-V with a proper live migration setup
An effective live migration setup is key to a complete Hyper-V configuration. Consider these expert recommendations, such as limiting concurrent live migrations, to ensure success.
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Check configuration settings on Hyper-V servers
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Optimal virtual processor to Hyper-V VM ratio explained
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Create and manage a Switch Embedded Team in Hyper-V
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E-Handbook | April 2018
What's new in private cloud management?
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If SDDC is your next-generation data center architecture, plan now
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E-Handbook | March 2017
Is cloud bursting the best solution for compute capacity overload?
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E-Chapter | August 2016
Be prepared with server benchmarking, documentation tools
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E-Handbook | August 2016
VMware Virtual Volumes provide path out of legacy storage
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Server Virtualization Basics
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Best of VMworld 2018 U.S. Awards official rules
Read the updated rules, criteria and categories for the Best of VMworld 2018 U.S. Awards to find out what the requirements are for each product nomination.
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Best of VMworld 2018 U.S. Award nominations now open
Nominate the top virtualization, cloud and end-user computing products for the Best of VMworld 2018 U.S. Awards.
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Windows Server 2016 debuts new Hyper-V file format
VHD File Set -- a file format new to Windows Server 2016 -- is helpful for IT administrators using guest clusters. Get up to speed on the basics and learn how to optimize it.
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RHV 4.2 adds DR features, revamps UI
The latest updates to Red Hat's virtualization platform enhance enterprise-grade features. But despite improvements, it's still not a VMware killer.
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Network virtualization
VMware's NSX strategy: The virtual cloud is everywhere
VMware's NSX strategy aims to help enterprises stitch together data centers and cloud environments, though it could be overkill for IT shops with simpler needs that are more specific.
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Virtualization costs, licensing and support issues
IT shops on the clock to upgrade vSphere 5.5 to 6.5
To position themselves for future needs and technologies, many vSphere 5.5 customers may have to move out of their comfort zones and upgrade to version 6.5.