Virtualization

In this first of two video posts, learn about the most common failure points in VMware View 5 and how to troubleshoot them.

Because VMware’s vSphere 5 licensing is now related to the amount of virutal RAM (vRAM) assigned to virtual machines, it is more important than ever for admins to keep memory usage in check. In this post, Eric Siebert demonstrates how to monitor vRAM usage to ensure that you are compliant with your license and your VM’s are running as lean as possible.

In today’s post, Eric Siebert discusses I/O storage bottlenecks, perhaps the most vulnerable part of a VM in terms of potential performance loss. Eric demonstrates how to use vCenter Server and exstop to troubleshoot and solve any I/O bottlenecks but also suggests looking at other 3rd party options such as Virtualization Manager and Storage Manager.

In this post, vExpert David Davis shares his free 2 hour training course and whitepaper on virtualization that covers a variety of topics ranging from what virtualization is, why you need it, overviews of the various virtualization solutions and more.

Do you know the difference between persistent and non-persistent virtual desktops? Learn more as Greg Stuart guides you through deciding which setup is best for your situation.

In part 1 of our Intro to Desktop Virtualization, Elias Khnaserwent over what Desktop Virtualization is and why it’s being used. In the 2nd part of this 3 part series, Elias takes a closer look into the different types of desktop virtualization and why you might want to chose one over the other.

In this first of three posts, Elias Khnaser introduces Citrix XenDesktop 5, explains what Desktop Virtualization is and why it is becoming more prominent.

If you’re an IT Professional unfamiliar with virtualization, then now is the time to start learning and building your skills. In this free webinar I’ll explain what virtualization is and why you need it and show you how you can get started with virtualization right away by building your own testing lab.

An overview by David Davis of I/O Virtualization (or IOV), a relatively new form of virtualization utilized in data centers allowing for a huge reduction in network and storage cabling. Video included of interview at VMware Partner Exchange (PEX) 2010 with Stephen Spellicy of Virtensys.

Daniel outlines 3 possible solutions for migrating a virtual machine between Hyper-V hosts. He discusses minimizing downtime of the VM and limiting the effect of other VMs on the virtualization host.