Two host stretched vSAN cluster with Standard license? – via Yellow Bricks
I was asked today if it was possible to create a 2 host stretched cluster using a vSAN Standard license or a ROBO Standard license. First of all, from a licensing point of view the EULA states you are allowed to do this with a Standard license:
[Webcast Series] Illustrating the Value of Network Virtualization
Join VMware NSX experts for this January lightboard webcast to explore the business drivers around network virtualization! Sign up now to see how NSX can support your organization’s strategic initiatives:
Exploring new VCSA VAMI API w/PowerCLI: Part 1 – via virtuallyGhetto
One of the most most exciting developments in vSphere 6.5 with respect to Automation is the introduction of several new REST APIs included in the vCenter Server Appliance (VCSA).
Coming soon: Top vBlog 2017 with a new scoring method – via vSphere-land
I’m back in the saddle after taking a few weeks off to recharge and preparing to launch my annual Top vBlog voting. This year brings some big changes as to how blogs are scored, instead of just relying on public voting which can become more about popularity and less about blog content, I’m adding several other scoring factors into the mix.
New vCenter Server Appliance Deployment Walkthroughs – via VMware vSphere Blog
vSphere 6.5 takes the VCSA deployment experience to the next level. The VCSA 6.5 installer no longer requires a plugin, making it browser agnostic. If that wasn’t enough, the VCSA installer now supports use on macOS, Linux, and Window. The VMware Feature Walkthrough site has two new VCSA 6.5 deployment walkthroughs. These two step-by-step guides cover the VCSA 6.5 embedded and external deployments.
Marriott Evolves the Guest Experience with VMware
Learn how digital workspaces transform businesses at http://www.vmware.com/products/digital-workspace.html. As more people rely on digital tools to book accommodations and other hotel services, Marriott extended its infrastructure to the public cloud and enhanced guest services using an integrated compute, network and storage environment supported by VMware. By modernizing its data center environment with VMware solutions that build on existing tools and skill sets, Marriott accelerated services time to market and adopted a scalable, cost-effective strategy to support growth, while empowering employees with the latest digital capabilities.
Capturing Packets in Linux at a Speed of Millions of Packets per Second without Using Third Party Libraries – via Kukuruku
My article will tell you how to accept 10 million packets per second without using such libraries as Netmap, PF_RING, DPDK and other. We are going to do this with Linux kernel version 3.16 and some code in C and C++.
Numerous Advantages Of An IT Certification – via vdi.guru
IT certifications may be of nice assist to each college students and dealing professionals, in search of a greater job or enhancing their work credentials. There are numerous IT examination certification coaching applications working on-line that may assist you get a certification that most closely fits your academic objectives. You will get examination supplies from prime firms like, Microsoft, VMware, Cisco, Oracle and IBM that can assist you cross simply.
[Webcast] Visibility Driven Progress with vRealize Log Insight
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[Video] Make Legacy Application Access Simple with VMware & F5 – via VMware EUC Blog
Your end users leverage consumer apps every day that deliver just what they want, just when they need it. These consumer apps and app delivery platforms—the App Store, Google Play—have raised expectations for users: all important apps should be available anywhere.
Data Infrastructure Primer and Overview (Its Whats Inside The Data Center) – via StorageIOblog
Data Infrastructures exists to support business, cloud and information technology (IT) among other applications that transform data into information or services. The fundamental role of data infrastructures is to provide a platform environment for applications and data that is resilient, flexible, scalable, agile, efficient as well as cost-effective.
Consider microsegmentation for increased security – via IT World Canada
Cyber security experts have been urging infosec pros for years to segment their networks to better protect corporate data. Microsegmentation — sometimes called protected enclaves — leverages virtualization and access control to protect workloads by creating boundaries that have to be crossed only by approved services or users. Software defined networking (SDN) is another enabler.
The Prize of the IT Generalist – via Virtual Blocks
A lot was written last year about the rise of the IT generalist who can bridge the isolated worlds of servers, storage, networks, and even applications. Generalists help companies respond quickly to IT needs that span disciplines. And for companies looking to digitally transform their business, the IT generalist offers a new path to agile responsiveness.
vRealize + Webhooks = Infinite Integrations – via VMware Cloud Management Blog
Did you know that both vRealize Log Insight and vRealize Operations Manager support webhooks? Did you know that webhooks allow integrations with any other product that supports an API? In this post, I would like to demonstrate the integrations that exist today. Read on to learn more!
vSAN Availability Part 11 – Stretched Cluster Failure Scenarios – via JeffHunter.info
Previous articles have covered how vSAN responds to and recovers from various environmental failures in a standard (non-stretched) cluster. This article provides concise coverage of similar environmental failures in a stretched cluster environment.
Designing vSAN networks – Dedicated or Shared Interfaces? – via Virtual Blocks
Every week my top vSAN questions tend to concentrate around networking design. A lot of questions center on if it is ok to share physical interfaces for multiple purposes.
[Infographic] With NSX, enterprises achieve unparalleled speed, agility, security, & reliability
INFOGRAPHIC at https://www.vmware.com/content/dam/digitalmarketing/vmware/en/pdf/products/nsx/vmware-network-virtualization-infographic.pdf
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451 Research predict containers will be a $2.7bn market by 2020 – via TechNative
New market entrants predicted to emerge every quarter The application container market will grow from $762m in 2016 to $2.7bn by 2020, according to 451 Research’s latest Cloud-Enabling Technologies Market
Eye on VMware Update 01/20/2017 – via VMware News and Updates
This has been a quieter week on the VMware news front. The VMware Sales team are all preparing for our annual Worldwide Sales Kickoff. These past few weeks has been about enablement for us. Lots and lots of training to keep up with all the things VMware is working on.
