WHITE PAPER:
Virtualization is more than a technology. It is a way of thinking about problems that allow us to go beyond the physical limitations normally associated with entire classes of hardware, from servers to storage. Attaining the maximum benefits of virtualization, however, requires a plan and constant monitoring to ensure peak performance.
WHITE PAPER:
The combination of an Intel Xeon processor and a Windows® operating system is an industry standard, proven platform for running business-critical applications, and many companies are making the switch. Read this paper to learn about the benefits of Intel® Xeon® Processors and Windows Server® 2008 R2 for Business-Critical Applications.
WHITE PAPER:
Read this white paper to learn how Intel® Core™ Microarchitecture incorporates new and significant innovations designed to optimize the power, performance, and scalability of microprocessors.
TEST RESULTS:
This white paper documents the performance of mission-critical database workloads running on servers equipped with the Intel Xeon processor 7500 series and VMware vSphere 4.
VIDEO:
Gerry Weaver, CIO of the State of Indiana, and Diane Bryant, CIO of Intel, talk about how Intel vPro technology helps address end-user and IT efficiencies in their environments. The CIOs discuss real ROI numbers from Intel vPro technology, including savings of $1 million or more.
PRODUCT LITERATURE:
Core Intel® Xeon® processor 5400 series help provide your data center or business with the performance headroom needed to confidently consolidate applications onto fewer systems using proven virtualization solutions.
PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT:
For the purposes of this learning series, the speakers will discuss the pros of using Dell hardware with Intel processors along with Citrix's XenDesktop 4 for desktop virtualization. The session will also review how Dell is currently working with Citrix to package the XenDesktop Quick PoC Kit into their POC offering.
WHITE PAPER:
Consolidating and/or virtualizing SQL Server databases can improve data center efficiency and enable you to tackle database sprawl, achieve high availability, and boost agility. Beginning with the value 4 processor (4P) capabilities of the AMD Opteron™ 6000 Series platform, the AMD/Dell/Microsoft combination can help produce substantial savings.
ASSESSMENT TOOL:
Calculate the optimal refresh rates for your firm based on equivalent annual cost (EAC) analysis. The tool also provides an assessment of further TCO reduction opportunities offered by Intel® vPro ™ technology.
