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November 22, 2011 22 Nov'11
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.
September 22, 2011 22 Sep'11
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.
June 10, 2011 10 Jun'11
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.
June 25, 2010 25 Jun'10
Red Hat users eye Xen-to-KVM move

Support for KVM server virtualization has grown, but users who make the move from KVM to Xen face a potentially complex migration process and political minefields in the data center.

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physical to virtual (P2V)

Physical to virtual (P2V) is a term that refers to the migration of an operating system (OS), application programs and data from a computer's main hard disk to a virtual machine. Continue Reading
What cloud compatibility issues can arise with VM migration?

Many compatibility issues can arise when moving VMs to the public cloud. Watch out for compatibility problems with partitions, OSes and image formats to ensure a smooth migration. Continue Reading
How do you use forklift migration to move VMs to the cloud?

To migrate a VM and its dependencies from a local data center to a public cloud, use the forklift method to prepare the VM for migration, deploy the right tools and import. Continue Reading

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Why and how to migrate cloud VMs back on premises

Before migrating back on premises, do your research on potential expenses, like licensing costs and egress charges, and consider investing in a migration tool. Continue Reading
Consider these tips when migrating Azure VMs to Hyper-V

Microsoft makes it easy to migrate Azure VMs to Hyper-V, but there are some post-migration cleanup tasks you need to complete before using the VMs in production. Continue Reading
Nine steps to a successful Hyper-V to VMware migration

Before you migrate from Hyper-V to VMware, you should take a comprehensive inventory, set an agreed-upon schedule and communicate the potential impact to all relevant parties. Continue Reading

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Navigate VMware EVC disadvantages during live migration

Traditional VMware vMotion migration relies on hardware similarities. VMware EVC mode enables live migration despite differences, but it can have an effect on performance. Continue Reading
Consider Hyper-V live migration requirements before configuration

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. Continue Reading
How do I convert VMDK to VHDX using PowerShell commands?

Download and install Microsoft Virtual Machine Converter to gain access to several PowerShell commands that enable VMware VMDK to Hyper-V VHDX conversions. Continue Reading

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Answers to your burning DRS load-balancing questions

VMware's DRS is able to move virtual machines from an overloaded host to one with more space -- as long as there are no hiccups. Administrators can prevent any miscues by being prepared. Continue Reading
Microsoft deprecates the SCVMM P2V feature: Now what?

SCVMM 2012 R2 no longer supports P2V, but Microsoft didn't leave virtual administrators completely in the dark. Continue Reading
How Storage vMotion works under the hood

VMware makes moving a VM from one datastore to another simple with Storage vMotion, but the details of how the feature works are more complex. Continue Reading