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News
21 Oct 2026
Nvidia, Schneider Electric test digital twin for AI data center ops
Nvidia and Schneider Electric are testing a digital twin at Portugal's SINES data center campus to model AI workloads, power and cooling before infrastructure changes. Continue Reading
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News
21 Oct 2026
CBRE to acquire Onnec in $1 billion data center infrastructure deal
CBRE will acquire Onnec for up to $1 billion, expanding its global data center infrastructure services as hyperscalers demand more fiber, networking and deployment expertise. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Jan 2021
Top 5 data center technology trends to watch in 2021
2020 changed how IT pros managed and provisioned infrastructure. In 2021, organizations must find ways to support automation, AI and data analysis in the data center. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Dec 2020
Server failure, Linux comprise 2020 data center management tips
When you work in IT, you should consistently try to expand your knowledge base. This tip roundup explores recent content about Linux, IT budgeting and server troubleshooting. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Dec 2020
Smart UPS features for better backup power
Vendors now offer UPSes with functions that help regulate voltage and maintain battery health. Before you upgrade, evaluate costs and confirm infrastructure compatibility. Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2020
Data center market M&A deals hit new high in 2020
This year proved to be a banner year for data center mergers and acquisitions with 113 deals valued at over $30 billion, a pace that is unlikely to slow in 2021. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Dec 2020
Main factors that can guide your UPS selection process
To choose the right UPS, be sure to figure out business needs, power supply size requirements and how long your backup systems must last during downtime. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Dec 2020
Guide to colocation and how to choose a provider
It's important to thoroughly evaluate facilities, pricing and contract terms before choosing a colocation provider. Also, consider the challenges that come with going colo. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Dec 2020
Deep dive into NetApp Converged Systems Advisor for FlexPod
Converged Systems Advisor from NetApp helps FlexPod customers better manage their converged infrastructure deployments. Dive into its features to see if it is right for you. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Dec 2020
4 data center UPS vendors to evaluate
UPSes are crucial components to any backup power system. Use power ratings, infrastructure voltage requirements and the UPS type to guide the selection process. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Dec 2020
Composable disaggregated infrastructure right for advanced workloads
Composability provides the agility, speed and efficient resource utilization required to support advanced workloads that continue to grow ever-more sophisticated and comprehensive. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Dec 2020
Your primer to colocation pricing and rack space rightsizing
Even with structured pricing methods, there's a lot to consider when making colocation infrastructure purchases. Account for future hardware needs and spend flexibility. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Dec 2020
How to negotiate a fair data center colocation agreement
It's critical to business operations and your overall budget to know what a good colocation SLA covers, what it doesn't and how to negotiate one for your organization. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Dec 2020
NFV systems converge virtual network services at the edge
Explore functions, products and use cases that illustrate how NFV and edge computing trends combine SD-WAN endpoints and other network services on single pieces of hardware. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Dec 2020
The new features of vSphere 7 DRS
The updated version of Distributed Resource Scheduler that VMware premiered with vSphere 7 has several new features, including configuration options and scalable shares. Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2020
Nutanix names VMware vet Ramaswami as CEO
New Nutanix CEO Ramaswami appears to have the SaaS model background the HCI vendor sought, after helping VMware move in that direction as COO of cloud services. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Dec 2020
Colocation pricing guide: Understanding data center costs
Colocation facility costs can include anything from power fees and bandwidth service charges to connectivity expenses, change fees and support costs. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Dec 2020
Avoid colocation and cloud noisy neighbor issues
In any multi-tenant IT environment, noisy neighbors can be an issue. Here's a closer look at how the challenges differ in the public cloud versus colocation. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Dec 2020
9 considerations for a colocation data center selection checklist
Use this data center selection checklist to make fair and comprehensive comparisons between colocation data center providers before making a decision. Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2020
Nutanix clusters files and objects into public clouds
Nutanix takes the next step in moving from hyper-converged infrastructure to hybrid cloud infrastructure by supporting file and object data in Clusters for public clouds. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Dec 2020
Retail colocation vs. wholesale data centers: How to choose
One offers more control, while the other offers more flexible space. If you're considering a colocation facility, how do you decide between wholesale and retail? Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Dec 2020
7 benefits of colocation for your business and 4 challenges
Colocation is not a silver-bullet solution for everyone. Discover the benefits and drawbacks that come with allowing a third-party to manage your IT equipment. Continue Reading
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Answer
02 Dec 2020
What is database refreshing?
IT testing and software development constantly requires fresh data. It's easy to run a database refresh and generate new data for sandbox or production tasks. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Nov 2020
Avoid server overheating with ASHRAE data center guidelines
Finding the right server operating temperature can be tricky. ASHRAE standards provide guidance for all server classes and what factors can play into temperature readings. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Nov 2020
How HPE OneView composes, manages Synergy infrastructure
HPE OneView enables Synergy composable infrastructure to do its job. Learn how OneView enables users to manage compute, storage and network for composing virtual servers on-demand. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Nov 2020
VMware vSphere Client
The VMware vSphere Client is a web-based application that connects to the vCenter Server so IT administrators can manage installations and handle inventory objects in a vSphere deployment. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Nov 2020
VMware-Pivotal acquisition leads to better cloud infrastructure
VMware acquired Pivotal in 2019 to bolster its cloud infrastructure lineup. Now, more than a year later, learn what Pivotal has brought to VMware and what still needs doing. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Nov 2020
5 ways a remote hands data center ensures colocation success
Off-site hardware upkeep can be tricky and time-consuming. With remote hands options, your admins can delegate routine maintenance and monitoring to trained, on-site service staff. Continue Reading
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Answer
20 Nov 2020
Colocation data center outage response and support
Navigating data center malfunctions when hardware is off premises can be tricky. Organizations must have strong SLAs with their colo provider to ensure appropriate response times. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Nov 2020
Your guide to avoiding server rack setup issues
Not all data center servers are created equal. Before you attempt a server racking project, double-check size specifications and account for fastening hardware and cabling needs. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Nov 2020
data center capacity planning
Data center capacity planning ensures that an IT organization has enough facility space, power and computing resources to support average and peak workloads. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Nov 2020
Extend your power lifecycle with Li-ion data center batteries
Backup system batteries are critical in any infrastructure. Developments in Li-ion technology can bring more power, lower TCO and a longer component lifespan. Continue Reading
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News
16 Nov 2020
Japan named HPC leader as world races to exascale
Exascale computers are due to arrive in 2021 in the U.S. and China. Developers are being urged to make these systems user-friendly and accessible. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Nov 2020
7-step pandemic return-to-work IT infrastructure checklist
As employees return on site, ensure your HCI can handle the changes. Follow these steps for checking system hardware and storage, as well as securing software and firmware. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Nov 2020
How to set up a VMware home lab on a budget
Set up a small, energy-efficient, at-home VMware virtualization lab for under $1,000 by evaluating your PC, software subscription and storage options. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Nov 2020
Hybrid cloud infrastructure design for AWS, Azure, Google Anthos
Learn about infrastructure for tightly coupled hybrid clouds and delivering AWS Outposts, Microsoft Azure Stack and Google Anthos from an on-premises data center. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Nov 2020
Microsegmentation networking: Nutanix Flow vs. VMware NSX HCI
Explore how microsegmentation improves network security and the differences in how Nutanix and VMware bring the technology to their software-defined hyper-converged infrastructures. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Nov 2020
Transform your infrastructure to support parallel processing
Quick, real-time data analysis is a boost to any organization's operations. With the right hardware and software, you can support parallelization in your data center. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Nov 2020
Post-acquisition strategy and why storage mergers go bad
NetApp-SolidFire and HPE-SimpliVity cuts illustrate some of the pitfalls awaiting large vendors when they spend hundreds of millions and even billions of dollars on acquisitions. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Nov 2020
AMD, Nvidia chip acquisitions target Intel's dominance
AMD, Nvidia and Intel raised the competitive heat in the chip industry with all three making strategic acquisitions to run AI workloads. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Nov 2020
The state of data center convergence: Past, present and future
Discover if CI, HCI, dHCI or composable technology is right for your environment and workloads, and how the converged data center continues to evolve. Continue Reading
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News
02 Nov 2020
Honeywell's quantum computer makes a quantum volume leap
Honeywell rolled out a quantum computer with a quantum volume of 128, accompanied by the company's first subscription program that assures users get the latest upgrades quickly. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Nov 2020
Software-defined power offers benefits, but lacks popular interest
Virtualized power systems promise to ease deployment and maintenance, but the market is still in its nascency. Continue Reading
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Quiz
30 Oct 2020
Do you know how HPE GreenLake services work?
IT infrastructure hardware and services delivered through HPE GreenLake takes the cloud Opex spending model and brings it on premises. Test your GreenLake acumen with this quiz. Continue Reading
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News
30 Oct 2020
Composable storage startup Fungible chases hyperscalers
Fungible's composable storage includes FS1600 block storage server and Fungible Composer management backplane. Fungible offloads data services to its FS1 Data Processing Unit. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Oct 2020
Admins eye on-premises and cloud hybrid IT management
Most organizations now support a mix of on-premises and cloud infrastructure. This has vendors and analysts reshaping tools that can address hybrid IT requirements. Continue Reading
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News
29 Oct 2020
RHEL 8.3 updates target digital transformation
Red Hat has released RHEL 8.3 with features for users engaged in digital transformation projects. New System Roles improve security and stability. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
26 Oct 2020
4 ways data center operations must adapt to the cloud era
The role of the traditional data center has changed dramatically as enterprises adopt cloud services, but IT operations professionals can evolve to remain relevant. Continue Reading
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News
26 Oct 2020
TrueNAS Scale arrays place open source HCI into spotlight
TrueNAS Scale gives iXsystems a foothold in converged systems. Customers can obtain it as open source software or as an integrated system based on TrueNAS storage servers. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Oct 2020
Hyper-converged edge infrastructure targets carriers, ROBOs
Hyper-converged systems provide a way to locally process IoT data and deliver streaming content at the network's edge while maintaining service and application performance. Continue Reading
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News
22 Oct 2020
Dell: VMware spinoff would have 'no change for customers'
Dell CEO Michael Dell says customers aren't concerned about his company's plan to possibly spin off VMware shares; VMware's CEO says the companies will continue to 'R&D together.' Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Oct 2020
Composable, an IoT infrastructure paradigm with potential
Composable infrastructure can stand up and down virtual servers depending on the varying needs of workloads. Learn why composability is a good for IoT. Continue Reading
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News
21 Oct 2020
IBM cloud revenues climb as hardware continues to decline
IBM cloud revenues continue to increase as hardware sales drop, sharpening the company's strategy to focus on hybrid cloud. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Oct 2020
Figure out the differences of asset management vs. CMDB
There is no shortage of software options for change management tools. Operational goals can help IT teams decide if ITAM or CMDB is the right choice for the organization. Continue Reading
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News
16 Oct 2020
IBM partners with HBCUs to promote quantum computing
IBM is partnering with a group of historically Black colleges and universities to set up a quantum computing center in hopes of attracting Black students to the field. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Oct 2020
Learn SELinux commands for management and troubleshooting
SELinux provides a more secure way to run Linux servers. Key commands for status, file management and troubleshooting can help you run SELinux smoothly on your infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Oct 2020
Bare-metal container clusters: Infrastructure for next-gen apps
Learn the requirements, designs and software stacks used to build bare-metal clusters for containers using dedicated 1-2U HCI hardware instead of existing virtual machine servers. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Oct 2020
The value of an IoT implementation in the data center
IoT can help with data center management and optimization. Before you embark on an implementation, evaluate use cases, software options and security concerns. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Oct 2020
You can now run a Nvidia vGPU on VMware infrastructure
VMware's partnership with Nvidia aims to make machine learning more accessible. By pairing Nvidia vGPUs with vSphere, companies can accelerate computing and maintain management. Continue Reading
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News
08 Oct 2020
IBM to spin off IT services to focus on hybrid cloud, AI
IBM will spin off its Managed Infrastructure Services unit as a public company to focus on hybrid cloud and AI. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 Oct 2020
Hybrid cloud vs. hyper-converged: Hybrid wins hands down
When everything goes to cloud, why do you even need HCI? Who cares where server, storage, virtualization and networking are when IT adopts a 'run any app from anyplace' strategy? Continue Reading
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News
08 Oct 2020
Dell EMC PowerEdge XE7100 seeks to corral unstructured data
Dell looks to snap server sales slump with two new PowerEdge XE servers. The dense models have flexible configurations of compute, storage and networking, and joint code development with Splunk. Continue Reading
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News
06 Oct 2020
VMware bulks up vSAN against container-native threats
As VMware embraces Tanzu and Kubernetes, it expands vSAN hyper-converged infrastructure software to try to make it a better fit for developers who embrace containers. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Oct 2020
VSphere 7 Kubernetes capabilities ease move toward modern apps
VSphere 7 comes with a variety of updates -- most notably, native Kubernetes functionality. This helps developers deploy applications more efficiently, and also adds automation. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Oct 2020
Best practices for multi-cloud optimization
Optimizing multi-cloud environments is essential to ensuring performance and low costs. There are several best practices organizations can use, including governing cloud resource usage. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Sep 2020
NSX distributed firewall ensures security across VMs, containers
The security rules and policies within VMware's NSX software enable admins to implement security measures for both VMs and containers to prevent malicious attacks and malware. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Sep 2020
Private cloud networking creates public cloud UX on premises
Organizations can run a private cloud like a public cloud with the help of the right networking and security tools and achieve agility and flexibility on premises. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Sep 2020
TechTarget announces Best of VMworld 2020 Award winners
The Best of VMworld 2020 Awards highlight the most innovative products from VMware ecosystem partners. Here are the winners of all six categories and the Best of Show. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
30 Sep 2020
Winners of the Best of VMworld 2020 Awards
Best of VMworld 2020 Awards recognize the most innovative new products associated with VMworld 2020. A panel of judges named winners in seven categories, including Best of Show. Continue Reading
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Infographic
30 Sep 2020
Tips to counter sales tactics thru server refresh lifecycle
See what you can do throughout the server lifecycle to counter the sales strategies of hardware vendors competing for customer dollars in a cutthroat market. Continue Reading
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News
30 Sep 2020
Seagate's open source Cortx object store targets HAMR HDDs
Seagate launched new open source object storage software that is designed to exploit its highest capacity hard disk drives in supported Lyve Drive converged infrastructure racks. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Sep 2020
A look at the main differences of Bourne shell vs. Bash
Shells help admins run commands from the keyboard to the OS. Though Bourne shell and Bash are similar, there are differences in layout and code compatibility. Continue Reading
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Infographic
28 Sep 2020
9 steps to better IBM ELA negotiation results
Get a leg up on your next IBM enterprise licensing agreement or renewal. Following these nine steps will help prepare you to meet Big Blue across the negotiation table. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Sep 2020
VM performance monitoring tools boost infrastructure insights
Learn how virtualization management and monitoring tools from ManageEngine, SolarWinds and Veeam compare when it comes to features that address system health and performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Sep 2020
6 tools to know for private cloud monitoring and reporting
Cloud reporting helps admins address capacity issues and reduce outages. Effective tools should include role-based dashboards and track virtual and physical hardware. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Sep 2020
Discover the main differences between COTS vs. GOTS
When admins compare government versus commercial software options, they must consider cost, use cases and available support as part of the selection process. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Sep 2020
6 steps for effective real-time monitoring across hybrid IT
Infrastructure monitoring can span multiple stakeholders, data center sites and metrics. Use the five W's to establish a comprehensive monitoring strategy. Continue Reading
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News
16 Sep 2020
IBM roadmap promises a 1,121-qubit quantum computer by 2023
IBM outlined plans to deliver a series of quantum computers over the next three years culminating with IBM Quantum Condor, a 1,121-qubit system capable of solving complex problems. Continue Reading
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News
11 Sep 2020
Mega Hopex update focuses on aligning IT to business goals
Mega's Hopex upgrade adds IT Business Management, Information Architecture and Risk Management features designed to help users keep their technology in line with business goals. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Sep 2020
VMware vSAN vs. SAN: What are the differences?
VMware vSAN differs from a traditional SAN in a few crucial ways, including pooled vs. isolated storage, access management and optimization for different types of environments. Continue Reading
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Video
10 Sep 2020
Ubuntu Core tutorial: Run IoT devices on Linux
Linux OSes offer flexible IoT device management and have no upfront costs. Get Ubuntu Core up and connect your devices with the steps in this video tutorial. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Sep 2020
Tips to get colocation contract renewal right
During your team's colocation contract renewal process, be sure to reevaluate power requirements, spending flexibility and one-time cross-connect fees to gain better services. Continue Reading
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News
09 Sep 2020
Retiring Nutanix CEO Pandey ponders what's next
As he prepares to hand over the reins of Nutanix, CEO Dheeraj Pandey said the vendor's next big question is, 'How will HCI morph in this world of hyperscalers?' Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Sep 2020
Top 2020 data center industry trends include edge, private cloud
IT infrastructure isn't just an on-premises data center anymore. The '2020 State of the Data Center' report shows growing interest in private cloud, edge and colocation. Continue Reading
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News
08 Sep 2020
Nutanix Next steps into cloud: Clusters available in Azure
The Microsoft deal is part of Nutanix's pivot from an HCI vendor to provider of cloud software as it battles VMware and faces the same challenges as other infrastructure companies. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Sep 2020
COVID-19 puts IT infrastructure spending in flux
As the pandemic continues, research firms state that organizations must realign IT budgets to support projects that maintain operations and put nonessential initiatives on hold. Continue Reading
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Answer
03 Sep 2020
Is third-party threat a viable server maintenance contract tactic?
When negotiating server hardware and maintenance agreements with vendors, server customers can threaten to go elsewhere. But how effective is that tactic? Continue Reading
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Answer
02 Sep 2020
What is a top barrier to fruitful server refresh cycle negotiations?
Successfully countering server vendor sales tactics requires forecasting hardware and maintenance needs. Lacking a solid, consolidated forecast can be a recipe for failure. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Sep 2020
Best practices for better server lifecycle management deals
A buyer's playbook with granular forecasts of server refresh, upgrade, maintenance and precedent discount details strengthens your negotiation position with your server supplier. Continue Reading
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News
28 Aug 2020
Nutanix CEO plans to step down, search for successor begins
Nutanix CEO Dheeraj Pandey declared his intent to retire, pending the appointment of his replacement, following a $750 million investment from Bain Capital Private Equity. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Aug 2020
Composable benefits from infrastructure-as-code techniques
Learn why composable infrastructure is an effective infrastructure as code delivery model and can serve as a foundation for orchestrating and automating IT resource provisioning. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Aug 2020
VMware vs. Nutanix on HPE GreenLake: Comparing approaches
See how Synergy composable infrastructure with VMware Cloud Foundation and ProLiant DX on Nutanix Enterprise Cloud take different approaches to HPE GreenLake pay-per-use IT. Continue Reading
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News
24 Aug 2020
IBM quantum system reaches a quantum volume of 64
IBM's quantum technology continued its march forward, announcing one of its quantum computers achieved a quantum volume of 64, double that of its quantum systems from last year. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Aug 2020
VMware general support for vSphere 6 ended; know your options
VMware ended general support for vSphere 6.0 in March 2020. If you still use this version of vSphere, you should know your options moving forward. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Aug 2020
Actual sales tactics vendors use during server refresh lifecycle
See specific examples of the strategies server vendors use in order to better prepare for sales pitches throughout the five stages of the server renewal and refresh lifecycle. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Aug 2020
Adjust these 4 server BIOS settings to improve performance
You can configure BIOS settings to get more productivity out of servers, but some high-performance settings could increase power consumption or put reliability at risk. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Aug 2020
Single-socket servers offer cost, utilization benefits to admins
Different server types bring advantages in processing speed, memory availability and overall cost. See what single- and dual-socket servers can add to your infrastructure. Continue Reading
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News
18 Aug 2020
IBM debuts Power10 processor, aimed at hybrid clouds
IBM's Power10 chip promises to make life easier for IT pros installing hybrid clouds -- but they will have to wait until late next year to see for themselves. Continue Reading
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News
18 Aug 2020
Chip startup debuts with Fungible data processing unit (DPU)
Fungible, backed with $300 million-plus in funding, launches data processing unit (DPU) chips it will use to build high-performance composable infrastructure storage systems. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Aug 2020
How 5 stages of server lifecycle influence vendor sales tactics
Learn about sales tactics that server suppliers like Dell EMC, HPE, Lenovo, IBM and Cisco use to try to win back market share from white box suppliers and how those affect you. Continue Reading
