Machine Room Management White Papers

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The Virtual Machine Aware SAN
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper describes the innovative approach introduced by the Cisco MDS 9000 Family to support an end-to-end virtualized SAN environment that is flexible, secure, scalable, and mobile.
Posted: 24 Oct 2008 | Published: 24 Oct 2008

Cisco Systems, Inc.

A Holistic View of Virtualization in the Data Center
sponsored by Agilysys-Sun Technology Solutions
WHITE PAPER: When most IT Pros and CIOs think virtualization, the first thing that comes to mind is server consolidation using server virtualization. However, there is a lot more to virtualization than just "consolidating your servers with VMware." In this analysis, we'll help you to understand the different types of virtualization and which works best for you.
Posted: 09 Mar 2009 | Published: 09 Mar 2009

Agilysys-Sun Technology Solutions

VMware vSphere 5.1 Updates Including Web Client, Disaster Recovery
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Access this resource for expert insights to help IT admins get familiar with the new availability and storage features of vSphere 5.1. Learn how the next-gen features can transform your IT environment today.
Posted: 29 Jul 2013 | Published: 29 Jul 2013

VMware, Inc.

Seven Criteria for Sound Investment for WAN Optimization
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Choosing a WAN optimization solution can be a tough challenge. How do you maximize the benefits of WAN optimization and minimize TCO? This white paper can help. Discover seven major points to consider before investing in a WAN optimization solution.
Posted: 04 Jun 2007 | Published: 01 Feb 2007

Cisco Systems, Inc.

Best Practices in SAN Migration
sponsored by QLogic Corporation
WHITE PAPER: Overwhelming data growth has caused many storage administrators to move from older, legacy SANs to newer and more robust solutions. This white paper provides best practices and guidelines to follow when migrating to a new SAN technology.
Posted: 28 Aug 2007 | Published: 01 Mar 2007

QLogic Corporation

MDS 9000 SAN-OS Software: The Virtual Machine Aware SAN
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This document describes the innovative approach introduced by the Cisco MDS 9000 Family to support an end-to-end virtualized SAN environment that is flexible, secure, scalable, and mobile.
Posted: 24 Oct 2008 | Published: 24 Oct 2008

Cisco Systems, Inc.

Choosing System Architecture and Cooling Fluid for High Heat Density Cooling Solutions
sponsored by Emerson Network Power
WHITE PAPER: High heat in critical spaces compromises availability. This paper discusses the pros and cons of different cooling fluids and system architectures, and explores the role of supplemental cooling technologies as data center densities increase.
Posted: 07 Jul 2009 | Published: 07 Jul 2009

Emerson Network Power

Switching Essentials: An Introduction to Network Switching
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: In this white paper, we will address the basics of this Layer 2 technology and help you get your network switch up and running. For our examples, we will use Cisco's 2950 switch.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 11 Oct 2008

Global Knowledge

Protecting Server Data in Small and Medium-sized Businesses
sponsored by Iron Mountain
WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to learn how to successfully protect server data outside a centralized data center and focus on specific needs and requirements for SMBs.
Posted: 11 Jan 2010 | Published: 01 Sep 2006

Iron Mountain

Electrical Efficiency Modeling for Data Centers
sponsored by Schneider Electric
WHITE PAPER: Typical data centers draw more than twice as much power as IT loads require. The cost associated with this power consumption is considerable and often avoidable. Get tips on reducing electrical waste and learn about better ways to measure efficiency.
Posted: 21 Jun 2007 | Published: 01 Jan 2006

Schneider Electric