June 2008
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June 27, 2008
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Jun'08
VirtInfo: Short-Takes4
This offers an often irreverent overview of the week's virtualization news. Continue Reading
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June 26, 2008
26
Jun'08
Xtravirt launches a free iSCSI/Replicating SAN
The Xtravirt Virtual SAN (XVS) appliance for VMware ESX3 Server is a free solution to provide the benefits of shared VMFS storage without the cost of an SAN. Continue Reading
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June 26, 2008
26
Jun'08
Obtaining server health status in VMware ESX and VMware ESXi
VMware ESXi can easily provide you with information about a server's CPU, memory, storage and more, but getting this info from ESX Server requires some additional steps. Continue Reading
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June 25, 2008
25
Jun'08
Storage options for virtual machines: Raw device mappings, VMFS
Virtual Machine File System is VMware's preferred storage option for virtual machines, but raw device mapping provides similar performance and can be a better choice depending on the specific storage configuration. Continue Reading
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June 24, 2008
24
Jun'08
Resolving VMware ESX problems without pulling the plug
Instead of being driven to desperation and being forced to press Restart, you can learn resolve VMware ESX problems quickly. Continue Reading
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June 24, 2008
24
Jun'08
Mike on the "What should VMware do next?" (Part 2 of 2)
In this second part of the series, Mike discusses some of the short-comings in the Vi3.5 offering. Continue Reading
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June 20, 2008
20
Jun'08
Mike on the “What should VMware do next?” (Part 1 of 2)
This the first part of a presentation I originally delivered at the North Carolina User Summit in April. Continue Reading
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June 19, 2008
19
Jun'08
VirtInfo: Short-Takes - June 2008
This weekly blog post offers an often irrervent oveview of the weeks virtualization news. Continue Reading
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June 16, 2008
16
Jun'08
embedded hypervisor
An embedded hypervisor is a hypervisor that is programmed (embedded) directly into a processor, personal computer (PC) or server. This architecture offers convenience at the cost of some flexibility compared with conventional hypervisors ... (... Continue Reading
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June 16, 2008
16
Jun'08
Preventing a VirtualCenter predicament
Learn how to fix common VirtualCenter problems such as a stopped Windows service and lost database server connectivity to keep your VMware ESX environment running smoothly. Continue Reading
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June 16, 2008
16
Jun'08
VMware certification options: VCP, VCDX
Learn what it takes to become a VMware Certified Professional (VCP). Or, take a look at VMware's newest certification level: the VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX). Continue Reading
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June 11, 2008
11
Jun'08
Fun with PowerShell & VMware
Can we automate the adding of an ESX host to VirtualCenter – and can we script the changing of the port group assignment of virtual machines? Continue Reading
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June 11, 2008
11
Jun'08
VMware Site Recovery Manager: How it can help you
VMware's Site Recovery Manager (SRM) application enhances the disaster recovery capabilities of your virtual environment. An expert discusses SRM implementation and use in this tip. Continue Reading
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June 04, 2008
04
Jun'08
Avoiding storage array snapshot pitfalls in a VMware environment
Storage array snapshots created from a VMware platform can be useless if you aren't aware of a few pitfalls that interfere with array snapshot consistency. Continue Reading
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June 04, 2008
04
Jun'08
Improving VMware ESX Server performance: 10 best practices
Follow these best practices regarding hardware considerations, virtual machine (VM) configurations and more to improve VM performance. Continue Reading
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June 03, 2008
03
Jun'08
Troubleshooting common VMware ESX host server problems
Get a grip on potential VMware ESX host server problems including the purple screen of death, a frozen service console, and rebuilding your network configurations after they've been lost. Continue Reading
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June 02, 2008
02
Jun'08
VMware education gaining momentum
VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification is valuable, but the course is costly. Fortunately, there are other options for those wanting hands-on experience, including new courses at two universities. Continue Reading