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VMware virtualization

• How does moving huge VMDK files affect storage?

  VMware ESXi 5.5 enabled VMDK files larger than 2 TB, but huge VMs bring storage challenges. Continue Reading

• Why would you need huge virtual disk files?

  As more enterprises look to virtualize top-tier applications, many are seeing a growing need for huge virtual disk files. Continue Reading

• Before you buy, be sure you can meet extensive VSAN requirements

  VMware launched VSAN GA with the vSphere 5.5 Update 1, but there are important requirements to know before you make the switch. Continue Reading

• Using VMware vApps to organize and manage multi-tiered applications

  Multi-tiered applications that span several VMs can be difficult for data center admins to manage, but VMware vApps can help simplify the process. Continue Reading

• Troubleshooting a VMware DRS load balancing failure

  VMware's DRS helps organizations better utilize resources and can prevent resource contention, but DRS load balancing doesn't always work as expected. Continue Reading

• Not so fast: VMware's NSX has hardware and software requirements

  Before you decide to use VMware's NSX network virtualization platform, be sure you know about its software and hardware requirements.Continue Reading

• VMware supports a massive VMDK file size, but why create a monster?

  Practical uses for a 64 TB VMDK file are limited today, but as storage needs grow, you might find a reason to embrace monster VMs.Continue Reading

• When is it worth paying for vSphere management tools?

  Third-party vSphere management tools can help with what VMware vCenter lacks, but a company must determine if it's worth the cost.Continue Reading

• 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

• Is VMware VSAN a good fit for your company?

  VMware VSAN could someday replace your expensive SAN, but it may not be the right fit for every company.Continue Reading

• VMware vCenter Single Sign-On problems strike vSphere 5.5 upgraders

  Another round of vSphere upgrades has uncovered more problems with vCenter Single Sign-On. Some users can't upgrade, and others can't authenticate.Continue Reading

• Using esxtop to check processor and memory utilization

  Readily available hypervisor tools, such as esxtop in VMware ESXi, can aid technicians in isolating and correcting virtual machine performance problems.Continue Reading

• Consider hiding the price tag when comparing vSphere vs. Hyper-V

  While it might seem crazy to your CFO, comparing vSphere vs. Hyper-V without considering the price is a useful exercise.Continue Reading

• vSphere 5.1 Single Sign-On problems dog VMware shops

  VMware customers have encountered numerous problems with vSphere 5.1's Single Sign-On feature, and that's holding some shops back from upgrading.Continue Reading

• Was it smart for VMware to undo vSphere pricing changes and kill vRAM?

  VMware changed vSphere pricing again, but was that the right move? Our Advisory Board dissects the controversial vRAM pricing model.Continue Reading