vSphere 6.0 update 3 released

With all the news around vSphere 6.5, one might forget that the majority of customers are still probably running 6.0..... at least VMware haven't forgotten about you guys! =) vSphere 6.0 Update 3 was released last week and with it updates to vCenter Server, vSAN, vSphere Replication. I can't see anything major within the new … Continue reading vSphere 6.0 update 3 released

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…

vSphere 6.5 Product Interoperability – brain fade moment!

So it's probably worth reminding everyone that there are still VMware products that are not yet supported on vSphere 6.5! I unfortunately found out the hard way when I broke my work's demo environment (or at least half of it). Now even though I've blogged about compatibility issues previously eating too many mince pies and drinking … Continue reading vSphere 6.5 Product Interoperability – brain fade moment!

MTI/IDG Whitepaper

My company - MTI Techology - recently undertook an engagement with IDG to produce a whitepaper highlighting how VMware NSX could be used to address Security, Automation and Innovation within the Financial market. TBH, the whitepaper can apply to any market who are experiencing the same business challenges! http://www.idgconnect.com/view_abstract/41130/security-automation-innovation-steps-drive-success-financial-services EDIT: Forgot to mention that you need … Continue reading MTI/IDG Whitepaper

What’s new with VMware vSAN 6.5?

Given that I'm a VMware vExpert for vSAN, I guess I'm kind of obliged to write about what's new with the latest iteration of vSAN - 6.5..... =) vSAN 6.5 is the 5th version of vSAN to be released and it's had quite a rapid adoption in the industry as end-users start looking at Hyper-Converged … Continue reading What’s new with VMware vSAN 6.5?

VMware badges – Acclaim

So my digital badges came through today from Acclaim.... A little part of me wishes that I had the time to do more VMware training and exams...... then reality sets in and I remember that I have a full time job, a mortgage to pay and a 14 month old baby!! ..... maybe in 18 … Continue reading VMware badges – Acclaim

What’s New in vSphere 6.5: vCenter management…

What’s New in vSphere 6.5: vCenter management clients - VMware vSphere BlogWhat’s New in vSphere 6.5: vCenter management...vSphere 6.5 brings with it significant changes to the vCenter Server management clients including the vSphere Web Client and new HTML5 based vSphere Client. A detailed FAQ can be found here in this KB article; a summary of … Continue reading What’s New in vSphere 6.5: vCenter management…

VMware makes welcome changes in vSphere 6.5

So the 2nd and 3rd part of my vSphere 6.5 articles have made it onto the SearchVMware.com website... you can read about it here: http://searchvmware.techtarget.com/tip/VMware-vSphere-65-puts-emphasis-on-security-applications http://searchvmware.techtarget.com/tip/VMware-makes-welcome-changes-in-vSphere-65 You can read part 1 here: http://searchvmware.techtarget.com/tip/VMware-focuses-on-simplicity-in-vSphere-version-65