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Improving server management with virtualization
Manage large volumes of VM data with these storage tactics
Admins can effectively virtualize large servers with storage tiering and disk allocation, but they must be wary of potential IOPS and redundancy issues. Continue Reading
Top server sizing strategies for VMs
How many VMs can you put on a server? That depends on whether your hardware and virtual environment are well-matched. This tip offers four criteria to select the right servers. Continue Reading
Virtualization can ease Windows Server upgrade challenges
Upgrading an OS or application can be a complex and time-consuming process, but cloning and snapshots can make the process easier. Continue Reading
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Why every administrator needs a virtual laptop
You know the advantages virtualization brings to servers, so why not reap the same rewards by creating a virtual copy of your laptop? Continue Reading
For virtualization documentation, timing can be everything
Virtualization documentation can swallow up huge chunks of time if you have to retrace your steps. Recording what you do as you do it could save lots of time down the road. Continue Reading
Simple rules to avoid VM snapshot problems
You can avoid a lot of trouble if you simply use virtual machine snapshots as they're intended. A VM snapshot is not a backup.Continue Reading
What's the best way to configure BIOS settings for virtualization?
There are several BIOS settings you may need to change on your host server to ensure that hypervisors will run correctly.Continue Reading
Managing virtual machine storage with virsh commands
The virsh edit command offers more options than the basic ones offered by Virtual Machine Manager when it comes to storage.Continue Reading
Do the benefits of hybrid cloud computing live up to the hype?
With all of the hype, it’s important to weigh caveats and benefits of hybrid cloud to determine if it’s the right fit for your company.Continue Reading
Solving problems and taking names: Automated scripting keeps you ahead
IT admins can use automated scripting and other tools to avoid repetition, reduce human error and generate better documentation.Continue Reading
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Even a small business can take advantage of virtualization
There are many virtualization success stories among large companies, but with more low cost options, even an SMB can take advantage of virtualization.Continue Reading
Preparing your checklist for a flawless hypervisor switch
No matter what your reason is for a hypervisor switch, there is plenty to consider before the change.Continue Reading
Differentiating C-state and P-state in server power management
C-state and P-state both offer options for managing system power, but they are very different from one another.Continue Reading
Ask the expert: How do hypervisors control server power consumption?
Server power consumption can be readily controlled by hypervisors instead of the operating system once the host server is properly configured.Continue Reading
VMware jumps into log analytics with vCenter Log Insight
VMware jumps into an already crowded log analytics market with the release of vCenter Log Insight, but vSphere integration could help spur adoption.Continue Reading