It May Be a 'Dry' Heat – But These Savings are Hot

The Maricopa County Recorder’s Office saved time and money by upgrading its infrastrcuture with Dell. Here's how it did it.

Another Countdown: Microsoft Exchange 2003

Did you know that mainstream support for Microsoft Exchange 2003 will be withdrawn two months after support for Windows XP ends, in June 2014? 

From the Forest to the Trees: Active Directory Migration

There are desktop migrations, server migrations and then there are Active Directory migrations, which cause even the most experienced IT professional to take a deep breath.

What's New in Public Sector Migrations?

Public sector organizations are increasingly choosing Microsoft Office 365 for cloud-based communications and collaboration to maximize information technology investments in the face of extreme budget challenges.

Migrating from Hyper-V to Hyper-V

Take advantage of the extensive set of new functionalities available in the new version of Hyper-V in Windows Server 2012 requires that you perform a completely new installation and migrate everything to it. Here's how you do it.

20 Fast Facts About Windows Server 2012

There are many considerations involving the new functionality and integration opportunities available with Windows Server 2012. But if you're into instant gratification, here are 20 fast facts about the latest server OS from Microsoft.

New Tools for CRM Migration

AvePoint, vendor well known in SharePoint circles, announces the release of its Microsoft Dynamics CRM product line, 'designed to increase productivity and reduce business impact on the migration and adoption processes to Dynamics CRM.'

Guidance for Those Still Running Lotus Notes

Platforms like Lotus Notes and Domino may have served well during their time, but new technologies and techniques are available that their users may be missing out on, and much to their own detriment.

Moving the Mail

Most companies migrating to cloud-based productivity suites have and will want to move existing email, contacts and calendars from their old platform to the new one.

Beginning With the End in Mind

Technology professionals need retrain themselves, improve their ability to think like businesspeople and seek to find ways not only to solve technical problems, but to make a significant contribution to the financial success and growth of their organization.  

Global IT Provider Leverages Capacity Increases to Improve Scalability, Speed Deployments and Reduce Costs

A new case study can help data center managers who have decisions to make regarding where and how to upgrade to new versions of the many platform products that were released in the past year.

Building Resilience with Storage Live Migration in Hyper-V

We're living in a world that doesn't tolerate downtime. Storage Live Migration in Hyper-V allows you to move virtual machine storage without stopping the virtual machine.

Reflections From Convergence 2013

The annual Microsoft Convergence Conference, which focuses on the Microsoft Dynamics family of products, is underway in New Orleans.

SharePoint 2013 Arrives: Quest Ready to Help You Migrate

We recommend some SharePoint 2013 resources from Chris McNulty, Chief Technology Officer for the SharePoint Unit at Dell Quest Software.

Dell Developing Data Center Dominance

With each new acquisition announcement, Dell's plans for the data center becomes increasingly clear.

System Center: Because There's No Silver Bullet

We continue our conversation with Microsoft Senior IT Pro Evangelist Bob Hunt.

Microsoft Sr. IT Pro Bob Hunt Says 'Get it From the Source'

Bob Hunt stopped by the Zone to talk about migration, the Microsoft Cloud OS and what he sees happening amongst the customers he works with regularly.

Premier University Cuts Time and Costs in Half

If there's any large community that is constantly migrating, upgrading and otherwise transforming its IT infrastructure, it's a major university.

Which UC Network Will You Migrate To?

The convergence of Windows Live! Messenger, Skype and Lync will impact those migrating to Lync and Exchange platforms, so stay tuned.

Directions on Active Directory Domain Services

Discover excellent information and links to resources regarding ADDS in Windows Server 2012.

New Microsoft Migration and Deployment Blog

Microsoft IT Pro Evangelist Bob Hunt just unveiled a new blog in the IT Pro Exchange section of TechNet dealing with migration and deployment.

Application-Aware Migration Reduces Risk

Have you found yourself concerned, perhaps even panic-stricken, that some applications may not run properly in the new environment following a migration.

Migrating Applications to the Cloud

A new paper puts various approaches to application migration into context and highlights the new challenges and opportunities available from virtualization and cloud technologies.

Protecting Public Cloud Data

If you’re considering a migration to cloud services like Microsoft Office 365 and concerns about data leakage are holding you back, consider encrypting the data at rest.

Heightened Management Efficiency, Fewer Tools

Fewer tools mean less complexity and reduced chance of interprocess error. That, in turn, turns into less finger-pointing when things go wrong.

Quest Migration Manager 8.9 for Exchange

The Migration Manager 8.9 for Exchange from Quest allows administrators to migrate user mailboxes, public folders and other Exchange data from one Exchange organization to another transparently to end users.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Exchange

Didn't you wish that somebody would just put all the information you need to guide you through a major migration in one place?

IT Firm Cuts Costs by 50% with 'Simple Upgrade'

Discover some simple but very important opportunities that many companies can take advantage of if they're aware of them.

Ensuring Exchange 2013 Migration Success

Learn the 10 steps to ensure a successful migration to Microsoft Exchange.

Migrating to Private Cloud - Part 6 Measured Service

The fifth of the five essential characteristics of a cloud, as defined by NIST, is measured service.

Migrating to Private Cloud - Part 5 Rapid Elasticity

Continuing our look at the characteristics of a private cloud with rapid elasticity.

Migrating to Private Cloud - Part 4 Resource Pooling

Get a closer look at resource pooling, which increases resource utilization, slowing the need for new capital equipment investments.

Migrating to Private Cloud - Part 3 Broad Network Access

What exactly does the NIST definition of cloud computing mean when it refers to 'Broad Network Access?'

Migrating to Private Cloud - Part 2 OnDemand SelfService

Continuing our look at how Microsoft designed Windows Server 2012 to deliver private cloud solutions.

Migrating to Private Cloud - Part 1

With a tremendous volume of noise being generated around the concept of 'cloud computing' you may not be certain exactly what a private cloud is.  You're not alone.

Cross Platform Compatibility Continues

If you have been putting off your upgrade or implementation of Microsoft System Center 2012, your time has come.

Celebrating a Durable Partner

Disaster recovery story is never really about hardware. But here's the story of a Dell PowerEdge server that survived everything Hurricane Sandy could throw at it.

Dell Blog Improves Windows Server 2012 Migrations

The Dell TechCenter Blog provides excellent guidance for those choosing to use Dell servers to deploy Microsoft Windows Server 2012.

Best Practices Emerging for Migration to Windows Server 2012

Getting ready for 2013, Microsoft's Server & Cloud Blog launched what will become a series of posts on best practices for Migrating to Microsoft’s Windows Server 2012.

Virtual Alchemy

Now we can turn VMware Virtual Machines into Hyper-V Virtual Machines and VMware Virtual Disks into Hyper-V Virtual Hard Disks using a free, simple, standalone tool

2012: The Year in Migration

Information technology grows and changes constantly and its our job to keep up with it and make sure our organizations take fullest advantage of all it has to offer. 2012 was no exception.

Migrating Data Completely

In most of the discussions we have about migration we discuss migrating operating systems, applications and virtual machines, but seldom do we talk about the challenges and solutions surrounding large migrations of data.

Microsoft Assessment and Planning (MAP) Toolkit 8.0 Beta

With all the new introductions including Windows Server 2012, System Center 2012, Windows 8 and more it really is no surprise to see upgrades to the MAP toolkit coming out so quickly.

Migrating to a More Effective Data Protection Strategy

The greatest danger to data integrity is complacency. Only when the server drive crashes do we realize, remember or find out that nobody has been changing the backup media and the current media won't restore.

Retailer Saves $1.8 Million

British retailer Paul Smith saved $1.8 million in the first year after expanding its virtualized environment and migrating to a private cloud strategy with Windows Server 2012.

Windows Server 2012 Essentials Available Now

Good news for companies having up to 75 employees: Microsoft has just announced the general availability of Windows Server 2012 Essentials.

Mastering Active Directory Migrations

Perhaps no migration strikes fear in the hearts of even the most experienced IT professionals as the prospect of migrating Active Directory trees and forests.

Lessons from the Migration Storm Zone

For many people in the Northeast U.S. affected by Hurricane Sandy, their data and even their applications are locked up on desktop computers that cannot be switched on. Others lost battery power and their data is locked on their mobile device.

Private Cloud is NOT an Oxymoron

A private cloud may run on shared or dedicated servers operated by a service provider, on company owned and managed servers in a co-location center, or on premises within a company’s own data center.

There's the Cost, Then There's the Upfront Cost, but...

Those with extensive investments in VMware don't have to toss those investments away because System Center Virtual Machine Manager will integrate them into one working unit.

Follow the Expert to Learn Windows Server 2012

Follow a Microsoft Premier Field Engineer as he learns virtual machine Live Migration and Storage Migration for Windows Server 2012.

Discover ZeroIMPACT Migration

In a more powerful compute environment like the ones we're living in today, migrations to new platforms have to be made in the context of other existing systems that will not be changing.

California County Cloud Migration Cuts Costs in Half

California's San Bernardino County migrated first to a virtualized environment to reduce costs and then to a private cloud to increase service levels and provide real agility to users.

Mainstream Support for Windows Server 2008 Extended

Mainstream support for Windows Server 2008 was supposed to end in July 2013, but now that has been changed to Jan. 15, 2015.

CloudBundling: The Safe Approach to Successful Migration

One source of relief from the challenge of making sound cloud choices has been integrators who have carefully 'bundled' the solutions they have found work best together.

Microsoft Exchange Conference: It's baa-aaack

After a decade on the sidelines, MEC 2012 just wrapped up in Orlando and messaging specialists have once again responded with enthusiasm.

Migration to Virtualization Saves $9.4 Million to Start

For one Turkish hosting provider, the money saved by migrating to Windows Server 2012 was only the beginning.

Hyper-V Replica: Disaster Recovery Made Simple

Properly Purchasing Microsoft Windows Server 2012

The most pronounced difference in the licensing model for Windows Server 2012 is that there are now only two editions, Standard and Datacenter.

Microsoft Private Cloud White Paper

This valuable read addresses not only the feature and functionality issues, but also the various licensing models and configuration considerations that must be included in any decision around the building of a private cloud environment.

Migrating Windows Server Roles and Features

Microsoft recently posted a series of Migration Guides to the Windows Server blog that are designed to help guide customers through the often complex process of migrating roles and features to both Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows Server 2012.

Email Migration Made Simple by Quest

Difficulty in preparing the data, inconsistencies in configuration and the need to deploy expensive on-site servers are just some of the cautionary tales companies hear when deciding whether or not to move email to 'the cloud.'

Windows Server 2012 General Release

Some thoughts on the blog post by Microsoft President of the Server & Tools Business Satya Nadella announcing the general release of Windows Server 2012.

Maximizing Microsoft Windows Server 2012 with Dell PowerEdge 12th Generation Servers

Talented technologists never let their awareness of new hardware platform developments slip.

The Holy Triad of IT Enabled in Windows Server 2012

Software Defined Networks help bring automation, flexibility and control to the data center.

Saving $10K per Month Here, Another $5K per Month There

How much can your business save from upgrading its server infrastructure and taking advantage of virtualization? One Australian engineering firm shows what it did in a new case study.

Dell and Microsoft Partner to Speed Your Path to the Cloud

A central resource for best practices and solid advice coming from two well-known industry giants is always welcome.

Speaking Privately About Cloud

Microsoft System Center 2012 includes Microsoft's 'VMM' Virtual Machine Manager to help businesses create private cloud environments.

Migration to Mars

The Essentials of Going From Small to Medium

RTM: What it Means

University of Colorado Conquers Complexity Through Consolidation

A recent case study highlights the University of Colorado as an excellent example of how the right solution on the right platform can empower and streamline even the most complex of environments.

Consolidate Your Data in One Fluid Motion

Dell FluidFS is an enterprise-class distributed file system that gives customers tools for easily and efficiently managing file data. FluidFS removes the scaling limitations of traditional file systems and supports scale-out performance and scale-up capacity expansion.

Reflections from WPC: It's All Coming Sooner Than You Think

The most profound observation from Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference in Toronto we can offer is that it is all coming faster than you think, requiring more thinking and planning about when, why, how and what to migrate.

From Microsoft WPC: Switch to Hyper-V

The new 'Switch to Hyper-V' program will allow partners to grow their virtualization, private and hybrid cloud computing practices while also helping customers improve IT agility at a lower cost with Microsoft's cloud infrastructure.

From Microsoft WPC: Microsoft System Center Expands Embrace

Possibly the most exciting migration news from the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference in Toronto is news about what you won't have to migrate.

Private Cloud Strategy Helps Firm Achieve Growth and Reduce Costs

Here's a great example of how Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V and Microsoft System Center 2012 on Dell PowerEdge Servers create a powerful, reliable private cloud solution.

Saving Space While Doubling Capacity with Hyper-V

Looking for a perfect example of how the right technology can make a significant difference by reducing costs while also increasing service levels?

New Microsoft Case Study – Telephony Provider Improves Call Center Efficiency by 30 Percent

Iristel, a large provider of complex telephony solutions in Romania, describes how it has been able to improve the efficiency of its call center agents by an average of 30 percent thanks to its migration from Microsoft Dynamics CRM 3.0 to Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011.

Good, Good, Good... Good Migrations

Migration Expert Zone tries to gather as many valuable perspectives on migration best practices, so we're constantly on the lookout for new sites, articles and other resources that address it. Here's one such example.

Application Migration

The most important element in the seven-layer ISO/OSI model is Layer 7 -- the application. Get an overview of the five basic phases of application migration lifecycle.

Coming Soon – The Ten Year Migration

We've all been wrestling with choices like migrating to Windows 7 or 8 and Windows Server 2008 R2 or 2012.But there's another migration that we're all going to have to start paying attention to in the very near future: the move to IPv6.

Dell in Quest of More Migration Tools

Published reports this week say Dell is "mulling" buying Quest Software, whose migration and management tools would further expand Dell's capabilities

Useful Windows Server 2008 R2 Migration Tools

Even if you're only in the decision-making or planning stages of your migration to Windows Server 2008 R2, you'll want to read through this extensive list of materials.

Microsoft Releases MAP Toolkit 7.0 Beta

Microsoft is clearly flexing some competitive muscle by providing tools to help IT managers perform migrations from competing platforms like Linux and VMware.

20 Fast Facts About Windows Server 2012

Learn 20 quick facts that will demonstrate why Windows Server 2012 is the right platform for organizations making this important shift. 

Windows Server 2012: Security in the Enterprise

Read more about how Windows Server 2012 helps mitigate those risks while streamlining compliance. 

What's New in Windows Server 2012: Moving Beyond the Data Center

Anywhere, anytime access has become a requirement as users and partners have moved off premises, and customers demand access to the IT infrastructure. IT is increasingly tapping virtualization and the cloud as a way to keep up with current market and end-user demands. These changes have required IT to rethink its approach to computing, moving from a domain-centric environment to one that has its roots in the cloud. With the right planning, hardware and software such as Windows Server 2012, IT can quickly respond to changing business needs and requirements in a cost-effective manner.

Private Cloud in a Box: How Windows Server 2012 Changes the Possibilities

Private Cloud in a Box: How Windows Server 2012 Changes the Possibilities With its flexible, scalable architecture, the cloud is an enabler. Yet many organizations have delayed building a private cloud because IT staff lack the skills and familiarity with the required software and services. Windows Server 2012 is changing the way organizations will look at and build private clouds. It integrates with and takes cues from the Microsoft Azure platform, shipping with an updated version of Hyper-V that allows IT to create both on-premises and remote cloud offer¬ings. Users can even move applications from one cloud to the next via a common management portal.

Mastering Active Directory Migrations

An Active Directory migration can be complex and difficult. The goal for most organizations is to provide seamless access to data and services for all users during and after the migration and minimize the impact of the migration on the production environment.

Managing Windows Server Operation and Migration

As one of the world's leading suppliers of IT services and consulting, Dell delivers a compelling solution to assist you in Windows Server 2008 R2 operations and migration. Download this paper to learn more.

Server Virtualization: Expert Overview of Cost, Trends and More

Successful virtualization initiatives require IT pros to have a comprehensive understanding of both the software and hardware costs involved, as well as the disaster recovery efforts required. This expert E-Guide, brought to you by SearchServerVirtualization.com and Dell, provides an overview of the expenses associated with virtualization and highlights the virtual server trends expected for 2010. Gain insight into the tangible virtualization costs, and learn how to keep pace with the changing server virtualization market. Explore the pivotal role of virtual hardware platforms in your business

The Business and IT Benefits of a Server Upgrade with Windows Server 2008 R2 Migration

Pressure on IT budgets and scrutiny on capital expenditures is forcing many organizations to take a critical look at companion hardware upgrades to software upgrades. Companies that invested in Windows Server 2008 R2 and support the software with new, more powerful server hardware are getting the most from their IT buck.

Windows Server 2008: 4 Little Known Virtualization Benefits

Virtualization's benefits have been well documented. Using virtualization, IT can consolidate physical servers, reduce costs, improve system uptime and help a company reduce energy usage. And yet today, according to Gartner, only 40 percent of all servers have been virtualized. And Enterprise Strategy Group research found that only 41 percent of companies have virtualized Tier-1 workloads.

Secure Mobility: Inside Windows Server 2008 Direct Access

The definition of “office space” has changed over the past few decades. A good chunk of our workforce has more than one office. And that’s a good thing for both employees and employers. For employees, there’s the potential for greater job satisfaction, and the ability to handle calls and problems when they come up. Employers end up with employees who are willing to work more hours, boosting overall productivity, because they can work from wherever they are. Many employers also see a spike in employee retention rates and gain access to an expanded labor pool, since location no longer matters as much.

Simplify Your Migration to Windows Server 2008 R2: Tips and Tricks

Implementing and deploying any new platform can be difficult the first few times around, but by the time we're done, we've learned some key "tips and tricks" that make the job easier. If you want to learn from the experiences of others, check out the tips and pointers that Dell and Microsoft experts have developed for you. They'll help shorten your learning curve and make your migration smoother and more productive.

Windows Server® 2008 & Cloud Solutions

As more and more organizations start to plan and deploy their first cloud solutions, there are a number of platform choices, and one of those that is getting more attention is Windows Server 2008. There are a number of important issues that every IT professional is considering in making the decisions on Cloud platforms

Desktop Virtualization: The Right Solution for Efficiency, Security, and Unparalleled Flexibility

The cost and time associated with managing desktops is rising at a time when budgets are being tightened and IT staffing is strained. Dell offers a complete desktop virtualization solution that includes server and desktop hardware, software, and services.

Virtualization Use Cases: How to Optimize Windows Server® 2008 R2 with Hyper-V™ in the Datacenter

Microsoft® Windows® The benefits of migrating to Windows Server2008 R2 with Hyper-V are numerous: improved management, lower costs for day-to-day operations, and of course, strong virtualization tools. As a result, the vast majority of Windows Server users are going to undertake the migration to the new version. As IT professionals know, a migration can drive costs and problems during the switchover. This is the reason why the Dell TechCenter and their engineering team have invested a great deal in simplifying your migration with Reference Architectures and Business Ready Configurations that eliminate many of the tasks that are commonly put on the IT professional during the migration

YES Prep Saves $500,000 and Year of IT Staff Time: Virtualizing Dell Systems and Microsoft Hyper-V

Charter school district YES Prep Public Schools faced growing pains when it tried to replicate successful strategies between campuses. Teachers needed communication tools, as well as a system for managing and sharing student data. The district implemented Dell™ PowerEdge™ servers supported by a Dell EqualLogic™ iSCSI SAN, to run collaboration and performance management software in an environment that includes both physical and virtual servers. It also rolled out Dell OptiPlex™ desktop computers and Dell Latitude™ netbooks to improve the reliability of student computers and enhance their computing experience

Penn State Realizes Cost Avoidance and Enhances Learning with Dell Servers and Microsoft Hyper-V

By deploying Dell PowerEdge servers with Intel Xeon processors and Microsoft Hyper-V virtualization technology, Penn State's Jason Long, the IST Program Leader for the DuBois campus, was able to reduce server footprint, improve performance and create a virtual "sandbox" environment for students to learn in real-world situations without real-world impact

Making Desktop Virtualization Real And Easy to Implement

Windows Server 2008 R2 provides a critically important new capability that has the potential to dramatically improve the budget, resource allocation, and security of an organization through desktop virtualization. All IT and Data Center Managers know the current approach of unique devices with literally thousands of different images and highly unsecure data just will not work moving forward.

Addressing Public Sector IT Pressures with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2

Like their counterparts in private companies, IT organizations in local, state, and federal governments and government agencies face many of the same challenges, including the need to provide ever-more services and the need to protect data

Bringing Windows Server Virtualization to Your Production Environment

Virtualization technology is fast becoming the strategy of choice for companies that want to reap the benefits of cost-effective, flexible, and easy-to-manage server environments. After all, many standalone servers are running at 10 percent capacity or less, and businesses are finding that they can consolidate individual server workloads onto fewer, more powerful hardware units. In many cases, a single server box can support 10 or more virtual servers, each with its own operating system, allocated memory, and processor capacity.

Enterprise-Class Hyper-V: Dell PRO and Microsoft Get it Done!

The value of Windows Server 2008 R2 is impossible to contest. And the migration to this critical infrastructure component is beginning in earnest, therefore developing the right plan and approach for this migration is an essential task for IT professionals

Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V: A New Solution Provides You with High Efficiency Virtualization

With the availability of Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V, IT decision makers have access to new features and functionality that make now the time to implement it in their data centers

Get The Benefits of Windows Server 2008 With Simple Migration

As one of the core server software platforms in many organizations, Microsoft Windows Server is a key part of IT infrastructure. And the newest release, Windows Server 2008, not only improves functionality, but provides a number of on-going cost savings as compared to prior versions

How Well Is Your Data Protected?

Data theft is on the rise, and so too are the penalties for exposing personal information. Some research shows that the number of data breaches increased by 50 percent from 2007 to 2008. As such, companies need better data protection.

How to Accurately Plan for Windows Server 2008 Hardware

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 promises to deliver simplified server management and enhanced security, as well as resource optimization and server consolidation through support of built in virtualization technology. But before an organization can realize these benefits, it must first evaluate its server hardware situation to determine which existing servers can run the new OS. Knowing that, an organization can then estimate what new hardware will be needed to migrate to the new operating system.

How Security Features in Windows Server 2008 Can Save You Money

Data theft is on the rise, and so too are the penalties for exposing personal information. In fact, businesses, government agencies, and educational institutions reported 50 percent more data breaches in 2008 than in 2007, exposing the personal records of at least 35.7 million Americans, according to the non-profit Internet Theft Resource Center.

Simplifying Windows Server 2008 Deployment

Windows 7 will substantially improve productivity and manageability within your organization. The first step is to assess and plan this migration which will impact nearly every aspect of your PC environment. Skipping this step leads to complications, cost overruns, and issues with your internal customers. Dell's experience in OS migrations and PC deployment drives a best practices approach to designing your rollout. Watch this video to learn more

Dell Virtualization Advisor

This tool is designed as a guide for customers with a comfortable knowledge of virtualization and their server/storage environment. For those customers who prefer a more customized solution, Dell offers a full range of Infrastructure Consulting Services to analyze your specific needs and operational considerations to provide recommendations including future growth.

Top 10 Reasons to Migrate to Windows Server 2008

Windows Server 2008 is designed to provide increased reliability and control over your server infrastructure. New virtualization tools, web technologies, and security enhancements help save time and reduce costs, and provide you with high availability and increased flexibility for your changing business needs

Dell - Microsoft Hyper-V and SCVMM

Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V™, Microsoft's next generation hypervisor technology, adds an exciting new dimension to the server virtualization market. With Hyper-V and Microsoft’s integrated Server Management suite, you can take advantage of a powerful set of tools to help simplify infrastructure management and better utilize your hardware investments

NetBenefit: Hosting Provider Uses Virtualization to Expand Services and Reduce Costs

NetBenefit is a leading provider of managed hosting services in the United Kingdom. Faced with ever more expensive London data center costs, the company was looking for ways to expand the hosting solutions it offered its clients while maximizing data center space

HotSchedules: Workforce Scheduling Provider Increases Capacity and Competitiveness with Virtualization

HotSchedules needed an agile and scalable IT environment that could respond quickly to growth opportunities. The company deployed the Windows Server 2008 operating system with Hyper-V virtualization technology to consolidate its server environment, reduce costs, and maximize network performance. By hosting up to 19 virtual machines on each physical server, HotSchedules increased its growth capacity while cutting power costs 77 percent and enhancing the company's competitive position.

Dell Storage and CommVault Simpana Ease Adoption of Microsoft Windows Server 2008

Migrating data associated with Microsoft operating systems, applications, and other software can be a challenge administrators overlook when planning system upgrades. Dell PowerVault and Dell EqualLogic storage and CommVault Simpana data management software enable flexible data migration and transparent, release-specific data object recovery and backup to help simplify upgrades in enterprise environments.

HotSchedules Video

Virtualization services from Dell helps HotSchedules scale their business.

Accelerating OS Deployment with Microsoft Windows Deployment Services

Microsoft Windows Deployment Services (WDS) provides an accessible, flexible way to perform mass deployments of current and legacy Windows operating systems. Using customized answer files and taking advantage scripting and other tools with WDS can help dramatically reduce the time to perform highly configured mass deployments with minimal infrastructure impact.

Installing Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Drivers on Dell PowerEdge Servers

Upgrading Dell PowerEdge servers to the Microsoft Windows Server 2008 OS also typically requires selecting, installing, and troubleshooting device drivers. Using tested and validated drivers and following best practices can help administrators ensure optimal performance in their environments.

Migrating Dell PowerEdge Servers to Microsoft Windows Server 2008

Upgrading to the Microsoft Windows Server 2008 OS can offer myriad advantages, including enhanced performance, security, and stability. By following best practices for in-place upgrades and taking advantage of tools such as the Dell Windows Server 2008 Readiness Advisor, administrators can help ensure a smooth migration on their Dell PowerEdge servers.

Windows Server 2008 R2 & Hyper-V - Expert Panel on How To Migrate, Deploy, Virtualize & Manage

The benefits of migrating to Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V are numerous: improved management, lower costs for day-to-day operations, and of course, strong virtualization tools. As a result, the vast majority of Windows Server users are going to undertake the migration to the new version. As IT professionals know, a migration can drive costs and problems during the switchover. This is the reason why the Dell TechCenter and their engineering team have invested a great deal in simplifying your migration with Reference Architectures and Business Ready Configurations that eliminate many of the tasks that are commonly put on the IT professional during the migration. A lot of the features we are seeing in R2 have real benefit in, not just lowering your cost of IT operations, but in actually simplifying a number of aspects making your day-to-day administration job easier. But to get to those benefits we have to find the best way to migrate and deploy.