Server Provisioning Research
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E-Brief: Capacity Planning for Virtualized Infrastructure
Sponsored by: TechTarget Data CenterExplore current trends and tools for capacity planning in this e-brief. Discover how you can maximize server space and overcome top challenges of capacity planning to increase server utilization and ROI these tips from virtualization pro David Davis.
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Data Center Servers and Storage E-Book Chapter 4: Reallocating Unused Server and Storage Hardware
Sponsored by: TechTarget Data CenterWith a bit of planning, a specific tiering-out of your system priorities and a dash of virtualization, you can breathe new life into your old servers -- even as you bring in replacements with all of their powerful new capabilities. Read this e-book to learn more.
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Introducing Dell 12th Generation PowerEdge Servers
Sponsored by: Dell, Inc. and Intel®This short video examines the importance of remote server management, especially as organizations expand globally. Discover new design features that enable you to quickly detect issues, regardless of the physical location of your data center.
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Four-step plan for private cloud construction
Sponsored by: DLT Solutions Red HatThis expert e-guide examines the key differences between virtualization and the private cloud, and helps IT pros identify critical cloud components that are missing from their data centers. In a four-step plan to building private cloud, learn how to successfully transition from a virtualized data center to the private cloud.
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Your top VMware vCloud questions answered
Sponsored by: EmboticsDiscover the pros and cons of using VMware vCloud Director to manage your hybrid or private cloud. Learn about the extensive features this native tool provides and how you can best leverage them to maximize cloud performance.
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Dell Desktop Virtualization Solutions Simplified
Sponsored by: Citrix Systems, Inc.Explore how all-in-one, out-of-the-box VDI appliances are simplifying and accelerating desktop virtualization implementations for both large enterprises and SMBs.
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RHEV for Desktops: Competitive Pricing Whitepaper
Sponsored by: Red HatThis document compares the pricing of Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization for Desktops (RHEV) with the pricing of VMware View 5 for desktop virtualization. Access a detailed price comparison for the use cases of 100 virtual desktops.
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MicroScope - April 2012: A special issue looking at the opportunities for resellers in the server market
Sponsored by: MicroScopeThemed ezine looking at the issues in the server market and the opportunities for resellers.
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E-Guide: Tips for Building a Private Cloud – Start Slowly
Sponsored by: Dell, Inc. and Intel®Many IT professionals are intrigued by the idea of a private cloud to reduce performance bottlenecks and simplify management. This expert e-guide from SearchCloudComputing.com provides insight into what you need to consider before investing in a private cloud strategy.
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Virtual Performance Matters
Sponsored by: HPM NetworksAs organizations continue to virtualize their data centers, IT faces new challenges in managing virtual server deployment, migration, power and performance monitoring across the physical and virtual environments. Access this white paper to learn how integrated software management tools can help organizations maintain peak performance.
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FlexPod for SAP Applications—Elevating the SAP Landscape to the Cloud
Sponsored by: Cisco Systems, Inc.This solution brief explores the driving forces behind the decision to implement these technologies and reveals the key benefits you can expect once you have done so. Learn about a cloud reference architecture designed to provide secure isolation of tenants and systems, seamless provisioning and deprovisioning, and more.
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Best Practices for Migrating Linux/x86 Applications to IBM Power Systems
Sponsored by: IBMRunning your Linux workloads on inefficient x86-based server farms is complex and costly. But switching to a consolidated server solution can be difficult. Read the white paper to learn the best practices for migrating to Power System servers. You’ll also see how simple it is to leverage IBM’s offerings to maximize performance and cost savings.
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Presentation Transcript: The Benefits of IBM System x – More Affordable 4M Servers for Small and Mid-sized Businesses
Sponsored by: IBMThis presentation transcript provides detailed insight into the midmarket customer landscape and explains why servers are recommended over traditional PCs. Access results from recent client surveys and discover affordable platforms for small and medium-sized businesses.
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Case Study: Building Materials Company Virtualizes SAP Applications [Unified Computing]
Sponsored by: Cisco Systems, Inc.When it came time to replace its blade servers, Pacific Coast Building Products, Inc. sought a new platform that would support growth. Read this case study to learn how Pacific Coast implemented a platform that simplified provisioning and management of their SAP applications in a virtualized environment.
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eGuide: Mistakes to avoid when providing virtualization services and support
Sponsored by: IBMThis expert e-guide, brought to you by SearchSystemsChannel.com, reveals the four most common virtualization stumbling blocks that resellers encounter and offers advice for avoiding and overcoming them.
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Virtualization Roadmap: Twists, Turns, and Key Considerations
Sponsored by: Dell, Inc. and Intel®This expert presentation transcript explores key management factors you should consider as you navigate your virtualization initiative, including licensing, memory capabilities, and more. Hear about one company's virtualization roadmap and determine whether it aligns with your own virtualization plans.
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Performance Monitoring Tools and Challenges
Sponsored by: Isilon SystemsKeeping hosts and VM utilizations in check to prevent sprawl is a major task for IT administrators. Access this expert resource to learn tips for monitoring your virtual environment.
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Cloud with a Brain
Sponsored by: IBMCheck out this two-page article from IBM Systems Magazine featuring cost-savings with Cloud through advanced virtualization, data center consolidation, and workload optimization technology.
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Virtual Machine Sprawl
Sponsored by: AMDVirtual machine sprawl can creep up on a data center. You can learn to spot it, control it and prevent VM sprawl altogether. This eBook shows you how to track and manage VMs.
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VMware vSphere 4: The Most Efficient SQL Server Consolidation Platform
Sponsored by: VMware, Inc.Learn how to support your SQL Server instances and control your costs and administration requirements.
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Indiana University Virtualizes Mission-Critical Oracle Databases
Sponsored by: VMware, Inc.Access this resource to learn how the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University used virtualization to decrease server deployment time for faculty special projects; reduce amount of physical hardware; and reduce the power consumption across all infrastructure.
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The Value of Smarter Data Center Services (IDC Analyst Paper)
Sponsored by: IBMWhile recent emphasis has been on consolidation and cost reduction, IT organizations looking to the future are developing streamlined processes and improved time-to-market. Read this white paper from IDC to learn how IT organizations can optimize data centers and build a strong foundation for future IT operations.
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The Accelerated SMB: Moving at the Speed of Virtualization
Sponsored by: AMDIT is a strategic partner in businesses of all types and sizes, but especially in the small to medium-sized business. Take a look at this exclusive resource to learn how virtualization is a relevant and practical method for the growing SMB to streamline processes and reduce operational costs.
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Intel Intelligent Power Node Manager
Sponsored by: IntelWith calls for efficiency and shrinking budgets, it is certain that any attempt to reduce power consumption will be welcome. Take a look at this exclusive resource to learn how implementing a power capping, monitoring and allocating application can improve overall performance and energy consumption in your data center.
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Case Study: A Major European Development Bank Turns to HyTrust to Virtualize its IT Infrastructure and Enable Secure, Efficient Delivery of Services
Sponsored by: HyTrustWith a data center structured on aging legacy systems, IT administrators at the Development Bank soon realized that server virtualization, was the key to supporting the bank's long-term goals. Access this exclusive resource for a case study of the Development Bank's implementation of the HyTrust Appliance alongside their virtualization deployment.