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Virtualization Storage Defined : 20+ Days of Server Virtualization (Part 5 of 20)

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I’m sure some of you are more well-versed in the area of storage than others.  And no matter where you fall on that continuum, you may be wondering what kinds of storage are available for Hyper-V Virtualization. http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htm“Hey Kevin – What kinds of storage are available for Hyper-V virtualization?” Umm.. yeah.  Glad you asked.  My friend … Continue reading Virtualization Storage Defined : 20+ Days of Server Virtualization (Part 5 of 20)

(Episode 9) Windows 8: Deployment Options – Part 1

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htmIn this episode of “Reimagining Windows”, I welcome Sr. Product Manager Michael Niehaus to the show.  We discuss the tools, technologies, tips and tricks that are available to enable the efficient deployment of Windows 8 onto new or existing hardware.  Tune in for part 1 of our discussion as we give you an overview of … Continue reading (Episode 9) Windows 8: Deployment Options – Part 1

Where is my datastore in Hyper-V?: 20+ Days of Server Virtualization (Part 4 of 20)

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htm The term 'datastore’ is one that many of you who work with VMware are familiar, but which doesn’t really translate to the world of Microsoft’s Hyper-V.   “Since Hyper-V does not require a different formatting of the underlying physical disk structure like VMFS(VMware’s proprietary disk format) we are able to browse the ‘datastore’ with File … Continue reading Where is my datastore in Hyper-V?: 20+ Days of Server Virtualization (Part 4 of 20)

TechNet Radio: Cloud Innovators – Monitor Your Applications with Foglight for Windows Azure Applications

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htmIn this episode I welcome Douglas Chrystall, Chief Architect at Dell Software to the show, and we discuss Foglight for Windows Azure applications – a new product offering from Dell which helps monitor applications built on the Windows Azure platform.  Tune in as we chat about this solution which can provide diagnostics and improve your … Continue reading TechNet Radio: Cloud Innovators – Monitor Your Applications with Foglight for Windows Azure Applications

Dynamic Memory–Not Your Father’s Memory Overcommit : 20+ Days of Server Virtualization (Part 3 of 20)

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htmPart 3 of our “20+ Days of Server Virtualization” series is about Dynamic Memory in Hyper-V.  As the title suggests, this is not your Father’s Memory Overcommit.“Memory Overcommit?  Isn’t that a VMware capability?”In the context of virtualization, yes.  (It may be something addressed in the field of Neuroscience, but I’m no rocket scientist…)Before we talk … Continue reading Dynamic Memory–Not Your Father’s Memory Overcommit : 20+ Days of Server Virtualization (Part 3 of 20)

Tell your boss I said you should register for TechEd North America 2013. Now.

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htmAnyone who has followed my blog for any length of time already knows what a HUGE fan of the Microsoft TechEd conference I am.  And this year I am hoping to be there again.  (If you’re a Microsoft group who is looking for booth or lab proctor help, send me an e-mail!!!)  But whether I am … Continue reading Tell your boss I said you should register for TechEd North America 2013. Now.

You Want to Hot-Add What?! : 20+ Days of Server Virtualization (Part 2 of 20)

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Hyper-V in Windows Server 2012, Hyper-V Server 2012, and Windows 8 allows the addition, removal, or configuration changes of some key aspects of a virtual machine; even while it’s running.  Others, however, are still not able to be changed.  And often, the ability to make changes may also be determined by the capabilities of the … Continue reading You Want to Hot-Add What?! : 20+ Days of Server Virtualization (Part 2 of 20)

Hey Saint Louis – I’m talking to YOU! (Microsoft IaaS Virtual Machine Bootcamp)

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htmOur FREE “Microsoft IaaS Virtual Machine Bootcamp” events are happening around the central part of the U.S.  We’re delivering these for IT Professionals and Developers who are interested specifically in learning more about Windows Azure, as a globally scalable application platform, as an infrastructure for virtual machines, and as an extension of your datacenter into … Continue reading Hey Saint Louis – I’m talking to YOU! (Microsoft IaaS Virtual Machine Bootcamp)

FREE IT Camps Coming to a Location Near YOU!

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htmNear you, that is, if you live in any of the most major cities in the United States. Our team of 11 Technical Evangelists (IT Pro Evangelists) are once again on the road and delivering live, FREE IT Camps for you!  We’re bringing you three very compelling topics: What’s new in System Center 2012 SP1, … Continue reading FREE IT Camps Coming to a Location Near YOU!

The Hyper-V Primer – 20+ Days of Server Virtualization (Part 1 of 20)

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htmTo kick off our series of “20+ Days of Server Virtualization” articles, I’m going to introduce you to Hyper-V.  “Introduce?  It’s not new!” True.  But even though many of you may have heard of Microsoft’s virtualization solution, you may not know much about it.  And so to start our series, a brief introduction and some … Continue reading The Hyper-V Primer – 20+ Days of Server Virtualization (Part 1 of 20)