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Server hardware and virtualization News

February 05, 2020 05 Feb'20
VMware licensing change limits CPUs to 32 cores

VMware moved its per-CPU licensing plan closer to competitors' per-core licensing plans by requiring one license for CPUs with 32 cores.
April 09, 2019 09 Apr'19
HPE-Nutanix deal expands roster of hyper-converged options

The Hewlett Packard Enterprise-Nutanix partnership sprang up on two fronts, bringing more layers of coopetition to the world of HCI. But where does this leave HPE SimpliVity?
February 17, 2016 17 Feb'16
Hyper-converged choices pit hypervisor mobility vs. VMware

The latest hyper-converged appliance from VMware and VCE is built around VMware software integration, while Nutanix gives users a way to easily move applications off VMware's hypervisor.
June 16, 2015 16 Jun'15
As virtualization plateaus, bare-metal computing finds a niche

Virtualization has spurred new levels of IT productivity, but as innovation begins to stall, some companies find bare-metal deployments better fit their performance needs.

Server hardware and virtualization Get Started

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How to make the right HCI deployment decisions

Hyper-converged infrastructures pose different challenges depending on the deployment method. Software might not offer as much support, while choosing hardware risks vendor lock-in. Continue Reading
server hardware degradation

Server hardware degradation is the gradual breakdown of the physical parts of a server. Continue Reading
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A server is a computer program or device that provides a service to another computer program and its user, also known as the client. Continue Reading

Evaluate Server hardware and virtualization Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

How to evaluate VDI hardware requirements

VDI has specific hardware needs that servers hosting other virtualized workloads may not meet. Learn how to gauge VDI hardware requirements for servers, storage and more. Continue Reading
Understand the pros and cons of the IBM PowerVM

IBM's enterprise virtualization product, PowerVM, offers a host of benefits, but it also comes with challenges that admins should familiarize themselves with prior to implementation. Continue Reading
CPU vs. microprocessor: What are the differences?

CPUs and microprocessors can execute many of the same tasks, such as arithmetic and I/O processing. However, there are some tasks CPUs can't execute effectively. Continue Reading

Manage Server hardware and virtualization

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

6 top hyper-converged infrastructure management tips

These tips address specific aspects of HCI management and illustrate ways to better integrate these systems with third-party tools and overall IT infrastructure. Continue Reading
Server hardware to run ROBO virtual workloads

Examine remote office/branch office technology trends, review server hardware options and ensure you can effectively manage virtual resources before implementation. Continue Reading
4 branch office server management best practices

Setting up a ROBO server involves specific hardware and software configuration considerations, such as ensuring redundancy and connectivity for remote management. Continue Reading

Problem Solve Server hardware and virtualization Issues

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Mix test and production environments with hyper-convergence

Despite the enhanced separation that hyper-converged infrastructure can offer, it's better to mix environments and use rules to create a hardware-independent workload balance. Continue Reading
512e disks attempt to bridge the gap between 512n and 4Kn

It's important to ensure that your OS and hypervisor support 512e and 4Kn disks, but there are always alternatives to work around any incompatibilities. Continue Reading
What to do with used server equipment after virtualization

If virtual consolidation has left you with extra server hardware, put those boxes to good use and give old servers new life. Continue Reading