Product Sheets

1E Makes the Tech Track Top 100

rodtrent — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:23:04 GMT

45 COMPANIES IN LONDON WIN A PLACE ON NATIONAL LEAGUE TABLE OF BRITAIN’S 100 FASTEST GROWING PRIVATE TECHNOLOGY COMPANIES

Virtualization is More than Virtual Machine Software

rodtrent — Tue, 27 May 2008 16:20:10 GMT

It is clear to those who have explored the topic of virtualization technology that it encompasses far more than just virtual machine software, such as VMware ESX Server, XenSource XenEnterprise or Microsoft Virtual Server. Over the last 30 years, virtualization technology has been developed to enhance how individuals access computing solutions, how applications are developed and deployed, how they are processed, where and how they are stored, how systems communicate with one another, and, of course, how an extended system environment can be made both secure and manageable. This broad view is very important if an organization hopes to make optimal use of this technology.

Somewhere along the way, many in the industry have come to believe that virtualization is merely the use of virtual machine software. This rather narrow view of virtualization is based upon the view that the whole purpose of virtualization is to encapsulate an operating system and a whole stack of software enabling an application or Web service to run. Virtual machine software then makes it possible for one or more of these "capsules" to run simultaneously on a single machine.

While this viewpoint is useful if the goals were only consolidating an existing application portfolio onto a smaller number of systems, cost reduction, cost avoidance or making it easier to deploy systems for new tasks, it is not as useful if the organization is seeking higher levels of performance, greater levels of scalability, greater agility, high levels of reliability and availability or being able to manage their physical and virtual resources in a uniform way. Virtual machine software, after all, is only one of five virtual processing functions. Virtual processing is one of seven layers of virtualization technology. Decision makers must work with a broader view of virtualization technology.

The Kusnetzky Group believes this state of affairs can be attributed to the marketing prowess of a small number of suppliers of virtual machine software rather than virtualization really being such a limited concept. This paper will examine a useful model of virtualization technology and present what each type of virtualization can do for an organization. Future papers in this series will focus on other aspects of virtualization.

EminentWare's WSUS Extension Pack

rodtrent — Thu, 08 May 2008 16:17:25 GMT

Looking for a cost-effective, reliable software update solution for your small business? Built on Microsoft's WSUS 3.0 platform, the WSUS Extension Pack provides a full-featured update management solution.

EminentWare's WSUS 3.0 Extension Pack enables you to:

Discover rogue computers via IP based device discovery
Increase your visibility into improperly configured servers or desktops
Identify unapproved software installed in computers
Flag computers missing approved updates — including third-party updates

Windows Server Virtualization Technologies

rodtrent — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 15:48:36 GMT

The new Windows Server Virtualization technology, Hyper-V, and updated presentation virtualization technology, Terminal Services, are core features in Windows Server 2008. This session will provide you an overview of the virtualization technologies in Windows Server 2008, the scenarios, features, benefits and how they deliver real value. Management of your virtual infrastructure is critical for improving the overall efficiency of your IT environment, this session will also cover how our management technologies enhance the core Hyper-V and Terminal Services scenarios to make your datacenter a dynamic and flexible IT platform.

Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 and System Center

rodtrent — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:32:48 GMT

Using System Center products with Exchange Server 2007 improves the operation of your computing environment and improves your business workflow. Read this datasheet and find out how System Center Operations Manager 2007, Configuration Manager 2007, Data Protection Manager 2007, and Capacity Planner can benefit planning for, deployment of, and management of Exchange Server 2007.

Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 and System Center

rodtrent — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:31:36 GMT

Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 is the driving force behind companies building integrated workflow and collaboration systems. With SharePoint, businesses leverage in-house expertise; build teams to accomplish project tasks; and manage content and workflow, regardless of the physical locations of the participants. Read this datasheet and find out how System Center solutions can help deploy, monitor, and protect Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007.

Monitoring Your Windows Server 2008 Infrastructure

rodtrent — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 22:50:26 GMT

Find out how Microsoft System Center Operations Manager 2007 delivers best-of-breed, end-to-end monitoring and management of your Microsoft Windows infrastructure. Read about the benefits and core capabilities of System Center Operations Manager 2007 as well as the different Management Packs that will be available for Windows Server 2008.

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and System Center

rodtrent — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 22:49:02 GMT

Microsoft System Center solutions can work together to provide an integrated, end-to-end management solution for your Windows Server 2008 environment. Learn about the benefits of managing Windows Server 2008 with System Center Operations Manager, Virtual Machine Manager, Configruation Manager, and Data Protection Manager.

Virtual Machine Manager 2007

rodtrent — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 22:47:26 GMT

Read this datasheet to find out how Microsoft System Center Virtual Machine Manager provides a comprehensive management solution for the virtualized data center that enables increased physical server utilization and centralized management of virtual machine infrastructure. Learn about how Virtual Machine Manager can help you maximize IT resources, achieve agility, and leverage your existing data center skills for the greatest effect in managing virtual environments.

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and System Center

rodtrent — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 22:46:07 GMT

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 delivers a safe, secure, and reliable platform for running your most mission critical, line-of-business applications. It is the platform for building scalable business intelligence, data warehousing, and transaction processing that allows your business to grow and expand. Learn how System Center Operations Manager 2007, System Center Configuration Manager 2007, and System Center Data Protection Manager 2007 can benefit your SQL Server deployments.

System Center Operations Manager 2007 Overview Datasheet

rodtrent — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 20:29:39 GMT

Learn about the features of System Center Operations Manager 2007 with this quick sheet.

Microsoft System Center and PCs with Intel® Centrino® Pro and Intel® vPro™ Processor Technology

rodtrent — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:03:39 GMT

Microsoft has been working closely with Intel to integrate the powerful hardware-based capabilities of Intel® Centrino® Pro processor technology and Intel® vPro™ processor technology1 with Microsoft management solutions.

Microsoft System Center Operations Manager 2007 HPC

rodtrent — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 19:02:21 GMT

Microsoft® System Center Operations Manager for Windows High-Performance Computing (HPC) Infrastructures provides end-to-end service management, best-of-breed for Windows® environments and increased efficiency and control. Microsoft System Center Operations Manager 2007 is geared to boost the system administrator’s productivity by providing an easy-to-use monitoring environment that monitors thousands of servers, applications, and infrastructure elements to provide a comprehensive view of the health and performance of an organization’s HPC environment.

The Managed Planet Data Translation Services Web Import Extension for SMS 2003 & SCCM 2007

rodtrent — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 19:12:42 GMT

The Data Translation Services Web Import is a SMS 2003 snap-in that provides the automated transfer of

data from a administrator defined rule directly from a specified web source. You might ask, “What is a web source?”.

This can be any data repository accessed via the web that is housing your interests and more specifically those that

contain useful asset information for your business in which you do not control yet require to operate. A common

example is the OEM system supplier data of your managed devices which can include purchasing information,

build sheets, and warranty information. The traditional methods for harvesting this data do not provide near the

efficiency or simplicity that the Manged Planet DTS Web Import feature provides from right witin the SMS 2003

Console. Organizations commonly manage and maintain multiple data sources for asset data due to the lack

of resources, interoperability hurdles, and the burden of staff education and training. Often the integration of

these systems involves top dollar consultants who write unique one off solutions without future support in mind.

With the DTS Web Import feature you can quickly surpass the traditional hurdles. In one DTS rule you can connect

to a website, download the specified data, and insert it into the SMS database. This can occur on demand, on a

scheduled basis, or it can even be included via a rule at the time of inventory scan of the device. With this

business critical asset data presented within your SMS framework the data versatility is limitless. Continue reading

to learn and see how the Managed Planet Data Translation Services Web Import feature can help you better

manage your assets.

Cherwell Service Desk

rodtrent — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 15:57:38 GMT

Cherwell Service DeskTM is a complete service desk solution for small to mid-sized businesses, with all the functionality you'll need to manage your internal help desk or external service center. Cherwell offers enterprise-level features without the enterprise-level cost or complexity. Built on Microsoft’s® next generation .NET technology and industry best practices, Cherwell's level of customization is extraordinary.