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Using monitoring and performance tools with VMware

How do you enable centralized vCenter logging?

Centralize vCenter log files with vRealize Log Insight. Configuration with vSphere is simple and enables the centralization and transmission of event and task logs. Continue Reading
Does VMware AppDefense protect hybrid environments?

The VMware AppDefense network security product uses Security Management proxies to protect on-premises and public cloud workloads at the application layer. Continue Reading
How does AppDefense integrate VMware application monitoring?

VMware AppDefense integrates with a variety of tools and products. These partnerships reveal insight into application behavior, including automated responses to deviations. Continue Reading
Which vSAN features improve storage management and performance?

VSAN 6.6 and 6.6.1 boast new features, such as vSAN Configuration Assist, integration with vROps and a streamlined upgrade process to improve storage performance and management. Continue Reading
How does vSphere 6.5 improve on the Storage I/O Control feature?

VMware vSphere 6.5 Storage I/O Control uses vSphere APIs for I/O Filters framework to create and apply storage policies and I/O limit rules for VM workloads. Continue Reading

How does SIOC use storage policies to optimize workload performance?

Storage bottlenecks can take a serious toll on storage latency and VM performance. How can administrators use SIOC storage policies to eliminate storage contention? Continue Reading
Best practices to keep your vSphere environment secure

VMware introduced a lot of new features that focused on security in vSphere 6.5. But, beyond those features, you can follow these practices to improve security. Continue Reading
How does VMware vSphere 6.5 improve its Content Library?

Introduced in vSphere 6.0, the Content Library was a nifty tool, but had some serious limitations. VSphere 6.5 changes that with a number of new capabilities. Continue Reading
Remove snapshots without issue by being prepared

Data center admins often run into problems when it comes to snapshot removal. The best way to avoid these issues is to prevent them in the first place. Continue Reading
How to expand the reach of vRealize Operations Manager

One of the key features behind VMware's monitoring and management offering is its extensibility that allows it to broaden its reach in the data center. Continue Reading
Working with schedules in vRealize Operations Manager

When should an administrator avoid regular schedules when using a management application such as vRealize Operations Manager? Continue Reading

Taming data center disturbances with vRealize Operations Manager

As more workloads and servers are virtualized, the vSphere administrator will need some kind of tool to help keep an eye on resources and make intelligent choices. Continue Reading
What are some vCloud Director features for cloud management?

In virtualization's evolution from servers to the cloud, VMware has several offerings for managing resources in virtual data centers. Continue Reading
Can vCloud Director clamp down on a VMware vApp?

The self-service portal used by many cloud platforms could open businesses to potential security risks if files are uploaded before they have been screened and cleared by administrators. Continue Reading
Is vCenter Operations Manager good for storage analysis?

There are many infrastructure management tools on the market to check the health and speed of your storage, but there's a free tool that can do the job. Continue Reading