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Honing your VMware monitoring techniques
There are numerous VMware monitoring tools and techniques, but not every method provides accurate measurements. With the wrong information, things can get ugly.
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VCenter Orchestrator: The workflow-automation king
With vCenter Orchestrator automated workflows, you can indulge your lazy streak. This free workflow automation tool in vCenter Server can eliminate many manual processes.
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Dell: When is a vCenter plug-in not a vCenter plug-in?
Just a few short weeks ago Dell launch their Management Plug-in for VMware vCenter.
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Thin provisioning myth-busters
Thin provisioning gets a bad rap, often undeservedly so. Thin virtual disks can offer many benefits over other storage types. Here’s how to get the most out of them.
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Zeroing in on vShield Endpoint and Edge features
VShield Endpoint and vShield Edge protect against different types of virtualization threats. Find out how both vShield products fit into VMware’s revamped security suite.
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Connecting an ESXi virtualization host to an iSCSI SAN
Storing VMs on an ESXi virtualization host? That’s a rookie mistake. Instead, connect an ESXi virtualization host to an iSCSI SAN to protect VMs from a host failure.
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VShield: Breaking down the VMware security suite
VShield, the VMware security suite, beefs up protection for ESX and ESXi but also increases complexity. This tip breaks down vShield Manager, vShield Zones and vShield App.
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A beginner’s guide to VMware social-media platforms
New to social-media platforms? Blogs, Twitter and more can help you get involved with the VMware community. If you don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered.
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Using VSphere Client for free management
The vSphere Client is an essential management tool for building an ESXi infrastructure at no cost. Here’s how to navigate the vSphere Client.
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VMware performance optimization for SUSE Linux
SUSE Linux was designed with VMware performance in mind. But these performance optimization tips will help you squeeze even more power out of virtual machines.
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ESX vs. ESXi: Convincing your boss to adopt ESXi
From VMware's perspective, the ESX vs. ESXi debate is over. The vendor will soon stop upgrading ESX, but you may still need to convince your bosses to switch to ESXi. Here's how.
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Building a free VMware infrastructure
The VMware vSphere Hypervisor, the free version of ESXi, lacks advanced features. But it can still work as the foundation for a free virtual infrastructure.
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Virtual machine security: A look at HyTrust Appliance
Secure your VMs and ensure compliance with virtual machine management tools. The HyTrust Appliance boosts virtual machine security by controlling access to individual VMs.
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Cool Workstation 7.1 features: Unity and Capture Movie
Inspired by a recent snowboarding trip, a VMware expert breaks free of his VMware Workstation 7.1 rut and explores its Unity and Capture Movie features.
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Free virtual appliances for networking and monitoring
For cost-conscious IT pros, free virtual appliances are viable VMware networking and monitoring options. These free virtual appliances have the features small environments need.
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VMware Fusion for Mac: Advanced tips for power users
VMware Fusion for Mac can virtualize multiple OSes on Mac OS X. VMware Fusion's advanced features optimize performance and allow users to control VMs through remote sessions.
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Finalizing a VMware vCD home lab installation
At the end of a VMware vCD installation, you must load the vCD components and Sysprep. Mike Laverick explains the steps and offers his final thoughts on creating a vCD home lab.
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Five quick VMware administration tips
VMware administration and management can be a burden, and unforeseen issues can arise. But if you master these VMware administration tips, you'll minimize the uncertainty.
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How to install VMware vCenter Chargeback
VMware vCenter Chargeback allows administrators to measure virtual infrastructure costs. Once you install VMware Chargeback, you're on your way to building a private cloud.
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Give a hoot! Reducing e-waste with VMware technologies
VMware technologies can reduce e-waste. As computer equipment becomes obsolete, it's often disposed of improperly. So give a hoot, and virtualize to extend equipment shelf life.
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Using the VMware Hardware Compatibility Guide
Enterprise IT is a balancing act between new innovative gadgets and proven tools. Find the middle ground with the VMware Hardware Compatibility Guide.
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Troubleshooting the VMware View Connection Server
VDI admins can troubleshoot and fix problems in a VMware View Connection Server and its LDAP directory using just a few commands.
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How to prevent and fix slow VMware snapshots
Snapshots offer multiple restore points for VMs, but add complication. Poor performance can stem from the VMware snapshot size and other root causes.
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Building your own nested vSphere 5.1 home lab
A vSphere lab created with a nested hypervisor can be more stable with less overhead than a similar home lab on a hosted hypervisor like Workstation.