VMWare provides a bare metal hypervisor that allows you to partition your physical server into 2 or more virtual servers. This installs a layer between the bios and the operating system, and allows you to run multiple servers with multiple different types or versions of Operating systems.
VMWARE is designed to work with Intel/AMD based servers, like the Dell PowerEdge, and the ...
Continue Reading →You’ve worked hard to get your network and IT environment up and running and it’s running well. So, you can just leave things as-is and expect smooth sailing, right? The answer isn’t so straightforward.
To make the most out of your IT investment, it’s important to monitor and maintain it.
Think about it like this: routine maintenance on your car will only cost you a minimal amount to have a professional look through everything. However, not doing so over time can lead ...
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EMC storage is one of the most expensive investments that a business can make, and it’s not just a 1-and-done either. It will need to be refreshed when it gets too old.
It’s not uncommon for businesses to spend 5 to 6 figures on an EMC storage system, which is why some might consider buying a used system instead.
While it is a fantastic way to put tens of thousands back into your budget, there are limitations and precautions to be aware ...
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Servers are the backbone of your data. They cannot be ignored and expected to perform without routine maintenance.
If you don’t spend the time proactively to take care of your servers, they can (and will eventually) malfunction or even crash without notice.
Whether Dell, HPE, IBM, Oracle, or another manufacturer, these basic maintenance steps will help extend the life of your servers for years to come.
Keep your servers updated with the latest software patches and updates. This ensures that they’re protected against ...
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The IBM server has been a staple in the IT world for decades. It was first introduced by IBM as the System/360 in 1964 and it is still being used today.
You’ve invested in some of the best servers money can buy, and created one of the best infrastructures you can get.
You need top-shelf support to confidently keep your IBM servers running at their best.
IBM is notorious for their exorbitant maintenance costs after the initial warranty period. Once ...
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When it comes time to upgrade your hardware, you need a service that guarantees a secure data erasure, and safely destroys all existing data on the systems you are migrating from.
Spectra has provided these services, and more for data centers and private equipment sellers for over 40 years.
We regularly decommission, and properly dispose of all IT assets: servers, storage, and networking equipment. We provide local asset disposition service in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange County, ...
Continue Reading →Maintaining your out-of-support IT systems can be an arduous task. The right personnel and the right tools for the job can ease the burden. After all, not everyone has the money carved out for maintenance contracts in their annual budget especially in these times.
Have you heard the saying: when you hear hooves, think horses, not zebras? Same principle ...
Continue Reading →Hitachi Vantara (formerly Hitachi Data Systems) has announced that they will be discontinuing all service on their midrange storage line, HUS (Hitachi Unified Storage) effective June 30, 2021.
This announcement includes the following models from the HUS100 family:
Service on the HNAS 3000 and 4000 series Network attached clusters that were sold with ...
Continue Reading →In this article we will take a brief look at what separates the 2 versions of NetApp’s OnTap Operating systems. Let’s start first with the older of the 2, 7 mode:
7-Mode is NetApp’s legacy ONTAP OS. While it is still supported on most filers, it is not supported on newer filers like the 8000 series (or newer) and 2500 series (or newer). 7-mode will eventually be phased out NetApp has stated that the current rev ...
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