VMware NSX – IOChain and how packets are processed within the kernel

During a meeting with a client when I was going over how packets are processed within the IOChain between a VM and a vSwitch, I was asked a question that stumped me.... what happens at Slot 3? It's common knowledge that the first 4 and last 3 slots in the IOchain are reserved for VMware and … Continue reading VMware NSX – IOChain and how packets are processed within the kernel

vExpert 2017 Award Announcement

Congratulations to all who have been awarded the title of vExpert for 2017. Honoured to be considered part of this group for the 3rd year running. =) Well done for all the new vExperts joining in 2017 and welcome to the family!

Introducing VMware NSX for vSphere 6.3 & VMware…

Introducing VMware NSX for vSphere 6.3 & VMware NSX-T 1.1. Plus the all new NSX for ROBO edition!Introducing VMware NSX for vSphere 6.3 & VMware...This past week at VMware has been quite exciting! Pat Gelsinger, VMware CEO, reported on the Q4 2016 earnings call that VMware NSX has more than 2,400 customers exiting 2016. Today, … Continue reading Introducing VMware NSX for vSphere 6.3 & VMware…