Server Virtualization Reports

eBook: The Green Data Center - Energy-Efficient Computing in the 21st Century, Chapter 2, 2009 Update
sponsored by Rackable Systems
EBOOK: This document explains about servers which present the most important opportunity and energy-efficient power supply which is the most important aspect of improving servers.
Posted: 31 Jan 2009 | Published: 30 Jan 2009

Rackable Systems

Best Practices for VMware ESX Server 3.0 Backup on NetApp
sponsored by NetApp
WHITE PAPER: This document discusses how Network Appliance and VMware ESX Server 3.0 work together to provide an effective backup solution in the Loyola Marymount University (LMU) environment. The goal of the VMware/NetApp solution is to provide a crash-consistent process that takes advantage of snapshot-based backups.
Posted: 30 Jan 2009 | Published: 30 Jan 2009

NetApp

Use of Virtualization Technology with SAP
sponsored by VMware and Intel
WHITE PAPER: The arrival of VMware virtualization technology and the multi-core Intel® Xeon® processor specifically designed for virtualization helps upgrading the company's core business systems in a limited amount of time.
Posted: 28 Jan 2009 | Published: 28 Jan 2009

VMware and Intel

Server Consolidation: Let's Get Physical and Practical
sponsored by Hewlett Packard Enterprise
PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: In this document Laura DiDio explains few concepts about making the business and technology case for server consolidation.
Posted: 26 Jan 2009 | Published: 26 Jan 2009

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

THINWORX Version 4.0
sponsored by THINWORX
TRIAL SOFTWARE: download this trial software which addresses the high cost and complexity of implementing a server based computing solution.
Posted: 22 Jan 2009 | Premiered: 22 Jan 2009

THINWORX

The Value of PowerVM Workload Partitions: New Virtualization Options in IBM AIX v6.1
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This white paper from the Sageza Group, Inc. explains why Workload Partitions (WPARs) are a more cost-effective way to meet the needs of your organization.
Posted: 16 Jan 2009 | Published: 16 Jan 2009

IBM

Virtual Data Center E-Zine Issue 2
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
EZINE: Read this second issue of the Virtual Data Center E-Zine to learn strategies for taking on two of biggest virtualization challenges: I/O bottlenecks and email system virtualization.
Posted: 14 Jan 2009 | Published: 14 Jan 2009

VMware, Inc.

Presentation Transcript: Disaster Recovery FAQ
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: This document is based on a Dell /TechTarget Webcast entitled "Disaster Recovery FAQ." Data Center Practice Director Pierre Dorio discusses disaster recovery, including backup services, plain backup and DR strategy.
Posted: 14 Jan 2009 | Published: 14 Jan 2009

DellEMC and Intel®

Secrets to Shrinking Your Storage for VMware
sponsored by NetApp
WHITE PAPER: VMware has drastically increased storage capacity requirements, but deduplication functionality can help reverse this effect. Read this white paper to learn how real IT shops have managed to achieve space capacity savings in the virtualized data center.
Posted: 19 Dec 2008 | Published: 19 Dec 2008

NetApp

Case Study: Virtualizing with XenServer and NetApp
sponsored by NetApp
CASE STUDY: Mine Safety Appliances were facing a problem of server sprawl which created many problems in their process and to overcome this problem they choose XenServer and NetApp as their solution.
Posted: 19 Dec 2008 | Published: 19 Dec 2008

NetApp

Presentation Transcript: Storage Virtualisation - Making Virtual Backups Real
sponsored by EMC Backup and Recovery Solutions
PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: This document is based on a DataDomain/TechTarget webcast entitled "Making Virtual Backups Real" where Curtis Preston discusses server virtualization and backups.
Posted: 18 Dec 2008 | Published: 18 Dec 2008

EMC Backup and Recovery Solutions

eBook: Strategies for Securing Virtual Machines
sponsored by Information Security Magazine
EBOOK: Check out this expert eBook to learn about the special security concerns of virtualization and get best practices for securing virtual machines.
Posted: 18 Dec 2008 | Published: 18 Dec 2008

Information Security Magazine

The SAP Virtualization Ecosystem
sponsored by VMware and Intel
PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: This paper discusses the options available to you for virtualizing SAP, the big cost savings you can expect from virtualization, and why you should go virtual right away.
Posted: 18 Dec 2008 | Published: 18 Dec 2008

VMware and Intel

eGuide: Meshing Virtual Machine and Physical Systems Management
sponsored by Dell EMC and Microsoft
EGUIDE: This paper explains how to provide adequate network redundancy and isolation, how to implement adaptive automation practices for high availability, and how to take advantage of the best tools to eliminate separate virtual and physical management structures.
Posted: 17 Dec 2008 | Published: 17 Dec 2008

Dell EMC and Microsoft

Oracle VM and NetApp Storage-Best Practices Guide
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WHITE PAPER: This white paper reviews a virtualization strategy that leverages grid technology to dynamically share resources like servers, storage, and networking. This combination helps reduce power and space requirements.
Posted: 17 Dec 2008 | Published: 17 Dec 2008

Oracle Corporation

Converting Linux and Windows Physical and Virtual Machines to Oracle VM Virtual Machines
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WHITE PAPER: This document describes the virtual machine conversion functions built into Oracle VM in Release 2.1.2, and how you can plan and execute the virtual machine conversions using Oracle VM.
Posted: 17 Dec 2008 | Published: 17 Dec 2008

Oracle Corporation

Oracle Real Application Clusters in Oracle VM Environments
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WHITE PAPER: This white paper explains how to run sophisticated or highly-available applications in virtualized environments by creating a software-based virtualization infrastructure that offers high availability and grid readiness.
Posted: 17 Dec 2008 | Published: 17 Dec 2008

Oracle Corporation

Virtual Data Center eZine - Volume 6
sponsored by Virtual Data Center eZine - Volume 6
EZINE: This expert e-zine shows you how lacking a solid plan can sabotage your virtualization implementation. Read on for proven best practices for virtual lab management planning and physical-to-virtual migrations.
Posted: 16 Dec 2008 | Published: 16 Dec 2008

All resources sponsored by Virtual Data Center eZine - Volume 6

Introducing the PowerEdge M805 and PowerEdge M905 Blade Servers
sponsored by Dell EMC and Microsoft
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

Dell EMC and Microsoft

Dell and Microsoft Windows Server 2008
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
BROCHURE: Windows Server 2008 is designed to provide increased reliability and control over your server infrastructure.
Posted: 11 Dec 2008 | Published: 11 Dec 2008

DellEMC and Intel®

Performance Advantage of Dell PowerEdge R900 over HP DL585 Running Microsoft Hyper-V
sponsored by Dell EMC and Microsoft
WHITE PAPER: The combination of high performance and efficiency make the PowerEdge R900 an excellent Microsoft Hyper-V virtualization server.
Posted: 11 Dec 2008 | Published: 11 Dec 2008

Dell EMC and Microsoft

Getting Started with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V on Dell Servers
sponsored by Dell EMC and Microsoft
WHITE PAPER: This article provides an introduction to Hyper-V virtualization, discusses the overall architecture and underlying technologies, and offers guidance on best practices for deployment on Dell PowerEdge servers.
Posted: 11 Dec 2008 | Published: 11 Dec 2008

Dell EMC and Microsoft

Demo - Installing Hyper-V Server on Dell PowerEdge R805
sponsored by Dell EMC and Microsoft
SOFTWARE DEMO: This video shows the installation of Hyper-V Server on a Dell PowerEdge R805 server through a Dell Remote Access Card (DRAC) using the Virtual CD-ROM and remote console features to facilitate installation remotely.
Posted: 11 Dec 2008 | Premiered: 11 Dec 2008

Dell EMC and Microsoft

eGuide: Technology Management Strategies for the Midmarket CIO
sponsored by Hewlett Packard Enterprise
EGUIDE: Learn how midmarket CIOs are re-examining computer infrastructure and realizing a return on their investment while grappling with new challenges.
Posted: 08 Dec 2008 | Published: 08 Dec 2008

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Disaster Recovery eZine - Covering All the Bases: A Concise Guide to Disaster Recovery Essentials, from Building a Plan to Putting It to the Test
sponsored by TechTarget Disaster Recovery
EZINE: Disaster recovery (DR) has quickly become the top priority for today's storage managers. However, the issue isn't whether or not you have a DR plan, but rather if you have one that will work when needed. This paper covers all the bases.
Posted: 05 Dec 2008 | Published: 05 Dec 2008

TechTarget Disaster Recovery