Data center infrastructure

In the course of virtualization, software-based (virtual) versions of physical components are created. These can be operating systems, servers, storage devices or other components. Benefits such as cost savings, better workload mobility, and higher resource performance and availability can be realized.

• Server virtualization: running multiple operating systems on a single physical server
• Networkvirtualization: fully replicate physical networks on virtual networks
• Desktop virtual ization: allowing users to remotely access their familiar desktop work environment

Converged and Hyperconverged Infrastructures

More and more enterprises want to move away from owning and managing hardware. The use of flexible self-service models, where resources are used as needed, is on the rise. The appropriate solution for this is a Converged Infrastructure. The result of bundling hardware components with management software is a single integrated system that simplifies data center management. In addition, time-to-value is shorter compared to IT assets in independent silos. Another benefit is that enterprises that choose Converged Infrastructure will find it easier to implement private clouds or hybrid clouds.

In a hyperconverged infrastructure, IT components such as servers, storage, virtual machines and networking are combined into just one software-defined system. The components are decoupled from the hardware and can therefore be centrally administered and monitored.