Blade Servers Reports

INFOGRAPHIC: Servers host applications, manage files and perform analytics. Any organization can benefit from the power and versatility that servers provide, but it can be difficult to know which types of server hardware to choose. In this infographic, we take a look into the major types of servers, their advantages and disadvantages.

Posted: 28 Mar 2022 | Published: 28 Mar 2022

WHITE PAPER: In this APC whitepaper, alternatives for providing electrical power to high density racks in data centers and network rooms are explained and compared as well as defined guidelines for rack power systems that can reliably deliver power to high density loads while adapting to changing needs.

Posted: 01 Apr 2010 | Published: 09 Jul 2009

ANALYST REPORT: This white paper looks at ongoing customer requirements for server platforms and a number of pain points that have developed in recent years, as computer systems have become packed more densely within the datacenter. Read on to learn how Sun Microsystems can help.

Posted: 22 Jul 2009 | Published: 01 Apr 2009

PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: In this three part transcript series with industry expert Greg Schultz learn how to boost web hosting efficiency and optimization in your environment.

Posted: 17 Jul 2009 | Published: 17 Jul 2009

WEBCAST: Watch how Langan Engineering & Environmental Services was able to increase availability and reduce data center energy consumption simultaneously, with the help of Emerson Network Power.

Posted: 07 Jul 2009 | Premiered: Jul 7, 2009

WHITE PAPER: The Dell PowerEdge M-Series blade servers help cut operating expenses through energy efficiency, product flexibility, and efficient use of data center space.

Posted: 19 May 2009 | Published: 01 Dec 2008

WHITE PAPER: There are many ways that blade enclosures can be attached to a Dell EqualLogic SAN. This paper reviews three ways, but depending on the blade enclosure design features there may be other options. Each of the three architecture strategies presented here provides different trade-offs in cost, complexity and scalability.

Posted: 05 May 2009 | Published: 30 Dec 2008

IT BRIEFING: By replacing aging single-core processor-based servers with new, more energy-efficient servers, you can gain capacity to grow and to increase IT performance using fewer servers. The estimated cost savings from energy and other operating cost efficiencies can pay for new servers in a an estimated 8 months.

Posted: 20 Apr 2009 | Published: 20 Apr 2009

CASE STUDY: In this case study learn how Intel® processor-based blade servers helped TIBCO Software keep up with business growth while lowering IT costs.

Posted: 08 Apr 2009 | Published: 01 Dec 2008

WHITE PAPER: One approach being used to reduce complexity and TCO in the data center is the implementation of new management software for blade servers, increasing business value and trimming expenses that vex IT budgets and divert important resources for transformational projects.

Posted: 03 Mar 2009 | Published: 03 Mar 2009

TECHNICAL ARTICLE: In this technical brief, IDC examines HP Thermal Logic, a holistic approach to improving power and cooling efficiency in the IT infrastructure, designed to help companies reduce energy consumption, reclaim unused datacenter capacity, and extend the life of their datacenter.

Posted: 03 Mar 2009 | Published: 03 Mar 2009

JOURNAL ARTICLE: Review these articles to learn more about Hewlett Packard's many innovative blade server platform developments, including its NonStop fault-tolerant technology.

Posted: 10 Feb 2009 | Published: 10 Feb 2009

WHITE PAPER: Download a complimentary copy of the IBM BladeCenter e-kit which contains white papers, videos and case studies featuring real-life success stories.

Posted: 16 Jan 2009 | Published: 16 Jan 2009

WHITE PAPER: This document provides sizing information for running Microsoft® Exchange Server 2007 mailbox servers on HP ProLiant servers with large mailbox storage constraints.

Posted: 14 Jan 2009 | Published: 14 Jan 2009

WHITE PAPER: Bladed environments have proven their ability to reduce complexity and costs, while also delivering an impressive level of flexibility to help organizations of all types and sizes quickly adapt to evolving requirements and realities.

Posted: 20 Dec 2008 | Published: 19 Dec 2008

TECHNICAL ARTICLE: Dell PowerEdge M805 and PowerEdge M905 fullheight blade servers are designed to deliver outstanding performance in virtualized and database-intensive environments.

Posted: 15 Dec 2008 | Published: 12 Dec 2008

WHITE PAPER: This paper explains an approach to virtualization software that relies on the host operating system to provide the service to talk directly to the underlying hardware.

Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 11 Oct 2008

CASE STUDY: For Qualcomm, virtualization started as an experiment. The experiment in consolidating physical server computers proved successful, and the Qualcomm IT department aggressively pursued virtualization starting in 2003.

Posted: 14 Nov 2008 | Published: 11 Nov 2008

PRODUCT LITERATURE: As discussed in this document, the Cisco® MDS 9000 Family provides the leading high-density, highbandwidth storage networking solution along with Integrated Fabric Applications to support dynamic data center requirements.

Posted: 04 Nov 2008 | Published: 04 Nov 2008

DATA SHEET: Learn more about the HP Integrity NonStop NB50000c BladeSystem which delivers a high-performance platform with the efficiencies of a standards-based bladed form factor to drive down costs, while supporting more robust applications for busin...

Posted: 23 Sep 2008 | Published: 23 Sep 2008

PRODUCT LITERATURE: Read this article to learn how to simplify your traditional UNIX, IBM i and Linux rack-mount and tower setup with the IBM BladeCenter JS12 Express blade and BladeCenter S chassis. Discover how it delivers a complete integrated business system.

Posted: 11 Sep 2008 | Published: 11 Sep 2008

BROCHURE: In this brochure, you’ll read about the advantages of IBM® BladeCenter®, including its flexible architecture, easy deployment and energy-efficient features.

Posted: 11 Sep 2008 | Published: 11 Sep 2008

CASE STUDY: Thanks to VMware, North Shore Medical Center provides better support for physicians and healthcare professionals while improving data center management with Advanced Micro Devices processor-based solutions.

Posted: 10 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jul 2008

DATA SHEET: The all-in-one configuration of the IBM BladeCenter S makes it a perfect fit in a small office. It integrates servers, storage, networking and I/O into a single chassis, which uses a standard electrical outlet...

Posted: 10 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Jun 2008

PRODUCT LITERATURE: Read how IBM® BladeCenter® S provides greater capabilities--including 9TB of flexible storage, low noise, a specialized rack with air filtration and available layer 2-7 secure switching.

Posted: 10 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Nov 2007