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• Don't forget to configure these SCVMM 2012 R2 settings

  SCVMM offers a wide variety of configuration options but some settings can be overlooked or are unknown because they don't appear directly in the management console. Continue Reading

• Reducing energy costs with virtualization and automation

  Virtualization allows administrators to cut down on the number of servers needed, which helps reduce energy consumption and save money. Continue Reading

• How can I avoid common virtualization mistakes?

  Great infrastructure design alone can't save you from falling victim to common virtualization pitfalls. You need to pair it with smart policies. Continue Reading

• Strict policy alone can't prevent virtual server security breaches

  Strict virtual server security policies are worthless if IT can't follow them. Protect your environment by setting realistic expectations and staying flexible. Continue Reading

• Do we need a unique VM lifecycle management plan for every workload?

  When managing virtual machines, each one should follow the same general settings but it's important to make sure the particulars are tailored to each individual workload. Continue Reading

• Local storage solves some problems, creates others

  Local storage helps address virtualization-related IO performance problems but raises potential security concerns, especially for cloud environments.Continue Reading

• Tactics to minimize VM power consumption

  Tracking and managing VM resource consumption can help administrators save power by allowing them to shut down unnecessary hosts.Continue Reading

• SCVMM 2012 R2: Exploring storage support options for virtualization

  System Center Virtual Machine Manager supports multiple storage types, but it's up to the administrator to classify and provision that storage.Continue Reading

• Two tools to help move a virtual or physical workload to Azure

  Microsoft's MAP Toolkit and VM Readiness and Assessment tool both offer important information regarding a workload migration to Azure.Continue Reading

• Prepare your VMs for cloud portability

  The ability to move workloads to the cloud offers many advantages, but make sure your VMs can make a smooth transition.Continue Reading

• Can virtualization software manage server power consumption?

  Tools like Microsoft's System Center can help admins manage virtual machines, but can they also improve server power consumption?Continue Reading

• Best practices for effective server virtualization

  The advantages of virtualizing server workloads may be firmly established, but proper planning, provisioning and performance monitoring remain critical to effective server virtualization management. This three-part guide provides expert guidance on ...Continue Reading

• Building your virtual infrastructure with SCVMM 2012 R2

  SCVMM 2012 R2 plays a vital role in managing your Hyper-V infrastructure. Learn how to set it up properly to avoid potential problems.Continue Reading

• Make your virtual infrastructure cloud ready

  Even if your organization isn't ready for a private or hybrid cloud, there are steps you can take today to make a future transition easier.Continue Reading

• Using SCVMM 2012 R2 to manage your virtualization infrastructure

  There is a lot of flexibility when you manage your virtualization infrastructure with SCVMM 2012 R2. But here are some guidelines to follow when doing so.Continue Reading