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E-book: When virtualization enters the server room
In this SearchWindowsServer.com e-book chapter, you'll take a glance at server virtualization in the server room, learn about the value of snapshots in backup and recovery, discover the keys to virtual fault tolerance and VM migration, and explore ad... E-Chapter
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The Microsoft Hyper-V snapshot explained
Snapshots are an important management tool, but they aren't an alternative to backups. Find out how a Hyper-V snapshot works and how to use it. FAQ
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Know your virtual hard disks: VHDX format quiz
Most IT pros know that the VHDX format in Hyper-V 2012 is a step up from the legacy VHD format, but do you know why? Take this quiz and find out. Quiz
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Quiz: Five desktop virtualization terms to know this year
As 2013 gets rolling, make sure you're up to date on the latest desktop virtualization terms. Take this quiz to find out. Quiz
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Crash course: Windows Server 2012 Hyper-V introduction
Looking for a quick Hyper-V introduction? We've got you covered with these tips highlighting important changes to Windows Server 2012 Hyper-V. FAQ
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Server virtualization trends and predictions to watch for in 2013
We're at the end of another year, and our experts are polishing their crystal balls to tell you what server virtualization trends to expect in 2013. Advisory Board
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Test your knowledge of new Windows Server 2012 features with this quiz
Think you've done a good job in keeping up with all of the year's Windows Server news, updates and features? Take this short quiz to find out. Quiz
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Editors pick best virtualization techniques and management strategies
Take a look at our list of the best tips of 2012 for virtualization techniques, new technologies and virtual infrastructure management strategies. Feature
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Room for improvement: Where virtualization vendors are falling short
For all the recent improvements, virtualization vendors and third-party providers are still falling short of customer expectations in some areas. Advisory Board
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What a Hyper-V 3.0 upgrade can mean for your environment
Do your homework before upgrading to Hyper-V 3.0. Our guide helps you evaluate the latest version of the hypervisor to get an upgrade off the ground. guide
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Five quick links: Hyper-V Replica
Hyper-V's new replication feature is a marquee feature in Windows Server 2012; we've compiled the best tips and news. Feature
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Heterogeneous virtualization shops aim to simplify management
Tools that plug in to native consoles can help VMware and Hyper-V shops tackle the challenges and complexities of multi-hypervisor management. News | 10 Apr 2013
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System Center 2012 SP1 hits general availability with monitoring tool
Users of System Center now can manage Windows Server 2012 with System Center 2012 SP1. The service pack has virtualization enhancements and more. News | 16 Jan 2013
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Emerging trends: Vendors pushing the software defined data center
Virtualization vendors have expanded operations well beyond servers. Their focus lately is on an entire software defined virtual infrastructure. Feature | 12 Nov 2012
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Microsoft targets VMware with System Center 2012 licensing, packaging
The latest version of Microsoft’s management tool has VMware’s offerings in its sights, but it will need Windows Server 8 and Hyper-V 3.0 to complete the private cloud picture. News | 18 Jan 2012
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Memory methods still differ for Microsoft and VMware
Despite new features for Hyper-V R2 SP1, the two vendors still take very different approaches to memory management for virtualization. Column | 31 Jan 2011
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Hyper-V SP1 boosts guest support for Windows 7
The latest update for Hyper-V R2 will support more Windows 7 virtual machines per logical processor. Just don’t confuse it with “VMs per core”. Blog | 07 Jan 2011
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Can Microsoft and VMware virtualization coexist in the enterprise?
While both vendors work to market the benefits of one platform over the other, many organizations find themselves choosing the best of both worlds. Opinion | 05 Jan 2011
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Microsoft Dynamic Memory rivals Citrix, not VMware
Think Hyper-V Dynamic Memory is Microsoft’s answer to VMware's memory overcommit? Not so fast. Mike Laverick writes that it actually has more in common with Xen than ESX. Column | 10 Dec 2010
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Microsoft readies Virtual Machine Manager 2008 R2 service pack
The first service pack for SCVMM 2008 R2 will include updates for managing Windows Server 2008 R2’s Dynamic Memory and RemoteFX features. News | 06 Dec 2010
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VMworld 2010: Microsoft USA Today ad missed the mark
Microsoft made news at VMworld 2010 with an open letter to VMware customers. Mike Laverick writes that the move was an unwelcome (and misleading) return to tired marketing tactics. Opinion | 11 Oct 2010
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Windows Azure competes with AWS, pushes more frequent, granular updates
Microsoft released a steady stream of Azure updates, keeping pace with AWS. Could this mean Azure IaaS is finally ready for the enterprise ring? Tip
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How to calculate proper Windows Server 2012 virtualization licensing
Licensing virtual servers can get confusing and expensive. Brien Posey shares the ins and outs of server licensing with a Windows Server 2012 example. Tip
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Chapter excerpt and expert advice for getting started with Hyper-V
Curious about the newest version of Microsoft's hypervisor? In this Q&A, we talk with an expert about his advice for getting started with Hyper-V. Q&A
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Five things you might not know about the Hyper-V virtual switch
One of the most significant improvements in Windows Server 2012 might be the Hyper-V virtual switch. What makes this low-cost option such a big deal? Tip
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Using RDP to access Windows 8 virtual desktops
In Windows 8, try accessing Hyper-V VMs using RDP rather than the Hyper-V Manager. That gives you a more enhanced view of virtual desktops on those VMs. Tip
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Microsoft's MCSE Private Cloud and new virtualization certifications
The expanded list of Microsoft certifications now includes MCSE Private Cloud. Admins worth their salt should get familiar with the changes now. Tip
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Comparing the subtle differences between vMotion vs. Live Migration
Both VMware and Microsoft now offer a shared nothing VM migration feature. Find out how they stack up in this vMotion vs. Live Migration comparison. Tip
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VHDResizer, PowerShell commands and other methods to resize VHDs
The Hyper-V disk management toolkit leaves much to be desired. Fortunately, you can use VHDResizer, PowerShell and other methods to resize VHDs. Tip
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Cluster Shared Volumes and virtual storage provisioning decisions
Many data centers turn to Cluster Shared Volumes to manage resources. But proper virtual storage provisioning rests on multiple factors. Tip
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Using PowerShell scripting to provision VMs from a golden image
Simple PowerShell scripting makes the process of creating and deploying any number of VMs a routine with minimal effort. Tip
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Use your PowerShell prowess to add VHD files to a Hyper-V VM
Need to import VHD files into Hyper-V, but don't know how to go about it? PowerShell to the rescue! Answer
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FAQ: Three questions on Hyper-V 3.0 features in Windows Server 2012
Administrators can improve VM automation, storage performance and data protection by using the new Hyper-V 3.0 features in Windows Server 2012. Answer
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Hyper-V Replica improves fault tolerance without a failover cluster
Are you looking for a cheaper alternative to a failover cluster? Windows Server 2012 includes a new feature, Hyper-V Replica, that can be an effective substitute. Answer
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How Hyper-V Dynamic Memory improves virtual server density
Unsure about the way Hyper-V Dynamic Memory works? Find out how it can make your environment more efficient and flexible. Answer
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How to run WSUS in a Hyper-V virtual machine
What do you need to consider when virtualizing WSUS? Our expert answers some common questions. Answer
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How can I monitor Hyper-V virtual machine traffic?
The more information you want about Hyper-V traffic, the harder it will be to get. Our expert explains why things will get better in Windows Server 8. Answer
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How to join two Active Directories but limit user access
An admin has two domains and two Active Directories. He wants to know how to join the Active Directories so that internal staff can access both, but outside staff can only access the newer Active Directory. Server management expert Laura E. Hunter su... Ask the Expert
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Use RoboCopy to copy files from crashed hard disk drives
By using the RoboCopy admins can avoid having to manually determine which files need to be copied over from crashed hard disk drives, says Desktop Management expert Serdar Yegulalp. Ask the Expert
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I lost my Windows XP product key
A reader no longer has the product key or the PC that his copy of Windows XP was installed on. Ask the Expert
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Can bootable flash drive be only key for booting into XP?
A reader wants to know if it's possible to create a bootable flash drive for Windows XP Professional that would be the only key for booting into XP. Ask the Expert
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VHDX (Hyper-V virtual hard disk)
VHDX is a Hyper-V virtual hard disk (VHD) format found in Windows Server 2012. Definition
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registry virtualization (Windows Vista)
Registry virtualization (RV) is a compatibility application that supports write operations in a registry. Definition
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CSV (Cluster Shared Volumes)
CSV (Cluster Shared Volumes) is a feature in Windows Server in which shared disks are concurrently accessible to all nodes within a failover cluster. Definition
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Microsoft Hyper-V 3.0
Hyper-V 3.0 is the virtualization feature created for the client version of Windows 8 as well as Windows Server 8. Definition
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Microsoft Hyper-V version 1.0
Hyper-V is Microsoft's server virtualization software for Microsoft Server 2008. (Continued...) Definition
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Accelerated Hub Architecture (AHA) (or Intel Hub Architecture)
Accelerated Hub Architecture (AHA) (also called Intel Hub Architecture) is an Intel 800-series chipset design that uses a dedicated bus to transfer data between the two main processor chips instead of using the Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)... Definition
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Hyper-V 3.0's virtual Fibre Channel feature explained
Microsoft MVP Brien Posey walks users through the process of establishing virtual Fibre Channel connectivity from a virtual machine to SAN storage. Video
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Ten experts to follow for Windows Server updates on Twitter
On social media? Follow this list of the best bloggers, consultants and authors for Windows Server updates and tips on Twitter. Photo Story
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Top 10 Microsoft Hyper-V tools to consider
When it comes to improving Hyper-V performance, Microsoft and third parties provide many useful tools. Here are 10 to pay attention to. Photo Story
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Microsoft on Hyper-V R2, licensing, Live Migration, System Center and VMware
Microsoft talks about managing virtual environments with System Center, when Hyper-V may be a better option for a business than ESXi Free Edition, Hyper-V R2 licensing restrictions and more. Podcast
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Microsoft software licensing approach puts kibosh on VM live migration
Microsoft licensing ties software to physical machines, restricting live migration of virtual machines. But there's hope that will change with the release of Hyper-V R2. Podcast
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VMware, Citrix, Microsoft earnings: Mixed bag for server virtualization market
The recent VMware, Citrix Systems and Microsoft earnings reports show some bright spots but also a lot of uncertainty in the server virtualization market. Podcast
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Cluster Shared Volumes, Live Migration and other Hyper-V R2 features
Expert Greg Shields discusses new Hyper-V R2 features, including Live Migration and enhancements to Cluster Shared Volumes, plus SCVMM R2 improvements. Podcast
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Hyper-V workarounds: How to ensure high availability
In this videocast, Nelson Ruest provides tips and workarounds for achieving the same level of high availability with Hyper-V as you would with VMware's hypervisor technology. Video
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Microsoft Hyper-V: Best practices for performance, backups and management
Deploying Hyper-V will potentially have a huge effect on your environment. Some of the major areas of impact include the performance of virtual machines, as well as changes to backup strategies and management procedures. In this webcast, Microsoft MV... Video
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Understanding virtualization with Hyper-V
In this webcast, MVP Greg Shields explains how Hyper-V can be used to bring inexpensive and easy-to-use server virtualization into your Windows infrastructure. Video
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Windows Azure competes with AWS, pushes more frequent, granular updates
Microsoft released a steady stream of Azure updates, keeping pace with AWS. Could this mean Azure IaaS is finally ready for the enterprise ring? Tip
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Hyper-V 3.0's virtual Fibre Channel feature explained
Microsoft MVP Brien Posey walks users through the process of establishing virtual Fibre Channel connectivity from a virtual machine to SAN storage. Video
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Use your PowerShell prowess to add VHD files to a Hyper-V VM
Need to import VHD files into Hyper-V, but don't know how to go about it? PowerShell to the rescue! Answer
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How to calculate proper Windows Server 2012 virtualization licensing
Licensing virtual servers can get confusing and expensive. Brien Posey shares the ins and outs of server licensing with a Windows Server 2012 example. Tip
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Heterogeneous virtualization shops aim to simplify management
Tools that plug in to native consoles can help VMware and Hyper-V shops tackle the challenges and complexities of multi-hypervisor management. News
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VHDX (Hyper-V virtual hard disk)
VHDX is a Hyper-V virtual hard disk (VHD) format found in Windows Server 2012. Definition
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Chapter excerpt and expert advice for getting started with Hyper-V
Curious about the newest version of Microsoft's hypervisor? In this Q&A, we talk with an expert about his advice for getting started with Hyper-V. Q&A
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Five things you might not know about the Hyper-V virtual switch
One of the most significant improvements in Windows Server 2012 might be the Hyper-V virtual switch. What makes this low-cost option such a big deal? Tip
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The Microsoft Hyper-V snapshot explained
Snapshots are an important management tool, but they aren't an alternative to backups. Find out how a Hyper-V snapshot works and how to use it. FAQ
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Using RDP to access Windows 8 virtual desktops
In Windows 8, try accessing Hyper-V VMs using RDP rather than the Hyper-V Manager. That gives you a more enhanced view of virtual desktops on those VMs. Tip
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About Windows Server Virtualization and Microsoft Hyper-V
Server virtualization is the masking of server resources -- including the number and identity of individual physical servers, processors and operating systems -- from server users. This topic page features server virtualization tips, guides and news for administrators working in Windows environments. Here you'll find info on the advantages and disadvantages of server virtualization, plus advice on getting started. You'll also find details on Microsoft's Virtual Server and Hyper-V, the company's hypervisor-based virtualization technology designed for Windows Server 2008.