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Deploy a VM from a template with VMware PowerCLI

Quickly create and deploy VMs from templates using Packer or PowerCLI rather than doing so from scratch via installation media. This helpful how-to walks you through the steps.

By Dan Franciscus • Dec. 28, 2018

Set up vCenter two-factor authentication

How do you set up two-factor authentication with VMware vCenter? Expert Stuart Burns explains how to configure 2FA and includes implementation and troubleshooting advice.

By Stuart Burns • Dec. 26, 2018

Amarillo hyper-converges IT with Dell EMC VxRail appliances

Hyper-convergence cut costs, streamlined operations and set up Amarillo to use the cloud for storage tiers, while shifting resources away from managing infrastructure.

By Dave Raffo • Dec. 12, 2018

Colo vendors, MSPs explore new data center cooling methods

Unconventional cooling methods, such as evaporative cooling and data center liquid cooling, provide alternatives to traditional computer room air conditioning systems.

By Paul Korzeniowski • Dec. 10, 2018

What containerization technology do I need for my data center?

Containers in the data center can help maximize server capacity, but there are a few things to consider before a Docker or Kubernetes implementation.

By Sander van Vugt • Dec. 10, 2018

Security, staffing land atop IT’s edge computing challenges

Edge computing is a new way for data center admins to process data closer to the source, but it comes with challenges around security and staffing that organizations must address head-on.

By Erica Mixon • Dec. 6, 2018

Edge computing architecture helps IT support augmented reality

Augmented reality benefits greatly from reduced latency, which makes edge computing a perfect partner in the data center.

By Erica Mixon • Dec. 5, 2018

Streamline data center power usage tracking with DCIM

If you want a more in-depth picture of your data center's power consumption, explore DCIM options that provide server workload metrics and overall power system data.

By Robert McFarlane • Dec. 5, 2018

How to install ZFS on Linux

ZFS on Linux lets admins error correct in real time and use solid-state disks for data caching. With the command-line interface, they can install it for these benefits.

By Stuart Burns • Dec. 5, 2018

Admins now require data center skills ‘a mile wide’

The role of a data center professional is changing in the face of cloud, the internet of things and evolving security. One hiring manager talks about the changes and why admins need broader skill sets.

By Erica Mixon • Dec. 4, 2018

HPE SimpliVity hyper-converged FAQs get answered

When HPE bought SimpliVity in 2017, it raised questions about the two company's HCI products, even though they were existing partners. We answer some of those questions.

By Rodney Brown • Dec. 3, 2018

What can admins use as a data center GPU?

There is no formal standard to differentiate consumer and data center GPUs. Still, you should evaluate processing speeds and hardware requirements before GPU installation.

By Stephen Bigelow • Dec. 3, 2018

Weighing open converged infrastructure against composable

OCI and composable infrastructure are both touted as the latest in convergence, but it is important to know how they differ before making an IT buying decision.

By Robert Sheldon • Nov. 29, 2018

Choosing the best OS: Linux server vs. Windows Server

When determining the best server OS for a data center, you have Windows Server and multiple Linux options. For both, you'll want to look at vendor support, cost and functionality.

By Brien Posey • Nov. 28, 2018

Navigate DCIM software selection, security and support

To properly evaluate DCIM software, pinpoint where you can benefit from more operational data and work with vendors. Then, ensure your selection fits your data center needs.

By Jessica Lulka • Nov. 27, 2018

How to successfully perform a data center upgrade

When data center hardware becomes outdated, there are a few options. Here are ways that admins can ensure that a migration is efficient and downtime is minimized.

By Erica Mixon • Nov. 26, 2018

How mainframe maintenance intersects with x86 server upkeep

Mainframe maintenance overlaps with some x86 server upkeep tasks. Patching and storage management play a role in keeping mainframes up to date.

By Brien Posey • Nov. 21, 2018

RHEL 8 beta looks to speed development of cloud-based apps

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.0 updates the software's DevOps capabilities with Application Streams, and boosts its appeal to both developers and line-of-business managers.

By Ed Scannell • Nov. 16, 2018

What does GPU hardware do in the data center?

Once part of the gaming industry, GPUs are gaining traction in data center infrastructures. Learn why the power of GPUs makes them fit virtualization and data-heavy applications.

By Stephen Bigelow • Nov. 13, 2018

Evaluate Linux server distros for your data center

Linux is known for its reliability and flexibility in the data center. To select the proper distribution for your servers, you'll need to evaluate your application and support needs

By Jack Wallen • Nov. 9, 2018

Dell EMC VxRail HCI builds on VMware Cloud Foundation

Dell EMC builds on VMware Cloud Foundation and plans to offer a new two-node VxRail entry point, with a flexible VMware vSAN license. Dell EMC also adds VMware integration to VxBlock.

By Garry Kranz • Nov. 8, 2018

How to realize server virtualization energy savings

Virtualizing servers is one of the most effective steps to reduce energy consumption, especially when the hypervisor and VM placement are taken into account.

By Robert Sheldon • Nov. 7, 2018

In IBM deal’s wake, Red Hat RHEL 7.6 targets hybrid cloud

After its acquisition by IBM, Red Hat wasted little time unveiling the next version of its flagship product, RHEL 7.6, which supports hybrid clouds and updated security.

By Ed Scannell • Nov. 2, 2018

NetApp HCI aimed at hybrid clouds

Late to HCI, NetApp tries to play catch up against Dell EMC, VMware and Nutanix by pushing its SolidFire flash-based product into hybrid cloud deployments.

By Dave Raffo • Oct. 29, 2018

DataCore

DataCore is a software-defined storage (SDS) company, as well as an early storage virtualization software vendor, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

By Dave Raffo • Oct. 26, 2018