VMware Archives - Hivelocity Hosting https://www.hivelocity.net/blog/category/vmware/ Dedicated Servers, Private Cloud & Colocation Wed, 25 Sep 2024 18:49:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6 Best Practices for Adapting to VMware Licensing Changes https://www.hivelocity.net/blog/best-practices-for-adapting-to-vmware-licensing-changes/ https://www.hivelocity.net/blog/best-practices-for-adapting-to-vmware-licensing-changes/#respond Tue, 03 Sep 2024 19:02:10 +0000 https://www.hivelocity.net/?p=34534 In the world of enterprise IT, change is constant. Yet, when a major player like Broadcom introduces VMware licensing changes and subscription models, it sends ripples through the industry. Recently, Broadcom’s changes to VMware’s licensing structure have sparked conversations and concerns among businesses relying on VMware’s virtualization solutions. As companies brace for these changes, adopting …

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In the world of enterprise IT, change is constant. Yet, when a major player like Broadcom introduces VMware licensing changes and subscription models, it sends ripples through the industry. Recently, Broadcom’s changes to VMware’s licensing structure have sparked conversations and concerns among businesses relying on VMware’s virtualization solutions. As companies brace for these changes, adopting best practices becomes crucial to ensure a seamless transition and sustained operational efficiency. 

To recap, here are the changes:  

  • Drastic simplification of their product portfolio.  
  • Perpetual Licenses are replaced with Subscription licenses, including support and updates.  

How can this impact your business:  

 The impact of these changes can be significant for businesses utilizing VMware’s solutions. Some key implications include: 

  1. Financial Adjustments: Companies may face altered pricing structures, which could lead to increased costs or changes in budget allocation. 
  2. Licensing Flexibility: The shift might affect how licenses are deployed and managed, necessitating adjustments in license procurement and distribution strategies.
  3. Support and Maintenance: Changes in subscription models may influence the scope and quality of support and maintenance services available to businesses. 

How to Transition to Your New License   

To mitigate disruption and optimize the transition process, businesses can implement several best practices: 

  1. Comprehensive Assessment
    Conduct a thorough evaluation of your current VMware deployment, including license utilization, subscription terms, and integration with other products. This assessment will provide clarity on the specific areas impacted by the changes.

    Identify which License you will be transitioning to and which add-ons may be needed.   

  1. Engage with VMware Experts
    Actively engage with representatives VMware if you own your license or your cloud provider to understand the changes in licensing and subscription models. Seek clarification on any ambiguities and explore potential solutions tailored to your business needs. 
  1. Evaluate Alternatives
    Consider alternative solutions or vendors that align with your organization’s objectives and budgetary constraints. Evaluate competing products based on features, pricing, and compatibility with your existing infrastructure. 
  1.  Optimize License Management
    Implement robust license management practices to ensure efficient utilization of VMware licenses. Utilize tools and automation to track license usage, identify underutilized resources, and optimize license allocation. 
  1. Take Advantage of Incentives 
    If feasible, negotiate with VMware or your cloud provider to secure favorable terms and pricing structures. Leverage your organization’s purchasing power and willingness to commit to long-term partnerships to negotiate advantageous agreements. 
  1. Plan for Contingencies
    Develop contingency plans to address potential challenges or disruptions arising from the transition. Identify fallback options and alternative strategies to minimize downtime and maintain business continuity. 

Navigating Broadcom’s changes to VMware’s licensing and subscription models requires a proactive and strategic approach from businesses. By adhering to best practices such as comprehensive assessment, engagement with stakeholders, and optimization of license management, organizations can minimize disruptions and maximize the value derived from their VMware deployments. As the IT landscape continues to evolve, adaptability and agility will remain paramount for businesses striving to maintain operational efficiency in the face of change. 

For more information on how these changes impact your VMware solutions and how we can help, please reach out to our team at our Chat Support. You can also reference the following link for the official announcement from Broadcom or our VMware Resource Page. Together, we can explore how these developments can further enable your success as a user of VMware’s market-leading technology. Learn about our VMware Private Cloud solution.

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Why VMware Cloud Foundation is a Stronger Cloud Platform https://www.hivelocity.net/blog/why-vmware-cloud-foundation-is-a-stronger-cloud-platform/ https://www.hivelocity.net/blog/why-vmware-cloud-foundation-is-a-stronger-cloud-platform/#respond Fri, 21 Jun 2024 21:54:50 +0000 https://www.hivelocity.net/?p=32996 Why VMware Cloud Foundation is a Stronger Cloud Platform Compared to Others  In a rapidly evolving IT landscape, businesses are turning to cloud solutions to enhance agility, reduce costs, and drive innovation. Among the myriads of cloud platforms available, VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), by Broadcom, stands out as a robust and comprehensive solution for private …

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Why VMware Cloud Foundation is a Stronger Cloud Platform Compared to Others 

In a rapidly evolving IT landscape, businesses are turning to cloud solutions to enhance agility, reduce costs, and drive innovation. Among the myriads of cloud platforms available, VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), by Broadcom, stands out as a robust and comprehensive solution for private cloud environments. Here’s why VMware Cloud Foundation is a stronger cloud platform compared to other options, and how choosing an alternative can present challenges.  

  1. Comprehensive Integration and Consistency: VCF offers a fully integrated software stack that includes compute (vSphere), storage (vSAN), networking (NSX), and cloud management (Aria Operations). This integrated approach ensures consistency across private and public clouds, providing a seamless hybrid cloud experience.

Challenges with Other Platforms: Other cloud platforms require piecing together multiple third-party solutions, leading to integration challenges and inconsistent performance. Managing disparate systems increases complexity, operational overhead, the potential for errors, and increased risk. 

 

  1. Proven Enterprise-Class Capabilities: VMware has a long-standing reputation for delivering enterprise-grade virtualization and cloud solutions. VCF leverages this expertise to provide a platform that supports the most demanding enterprise workloads with high availability, disaster recovery, and robust security.

Challenges with Other Platforms: Some cloud platforms may not have the same track record in handling large-scale enterprise applications, potentially leading to performance and reliability issues. When integrating various security solutions gaps and vulnerabilities can emerge, unlike VMware’s cohesive security framework. 

 

  1. Simplified Lifecycle Management: VCF automates the lifecycle management of the entire cloud stack, including provisioning, patching, and upgrading. This automation reduces administrative burdens and ensures that the infrastructure remains up to date with the latest features and security patches.

Challenges with Other Platforms: Some other platforms require manual updates, which can be time-consuming and prone to human error. This includes challenges with inconsistent patching which can lead to potential security and compliance risks. 

 

  1. Robust Hybrid Cloud Capabilities: VMware Cloud Foundation is designed to enable a true hybrid cloud experience, allowing seamless workload migration between on-premises data centers and public cloud environments. This flexibility is critical for businesses looking to optimize their IT investments and scale efficiently.

Challenges with Other Platforms: Not all cloud platforms offer seamless hybrid capabilities, making it difficult to move workloads between environments. Another challenge is some providers’ solutions can lead to vendor lock-in, reducing flexibility and increasing long-term costs. 

 

  1. Enhanced Developer Experience: With VCF, organizations can leverage VMware Tanzu to build, run, and manage modern applications. Tanzu simplifies Kubernetes adoption, providing developers with a consistent and reliable environment for containerized applications.

Challenges with Other Platforms: Other platforms may lack the seamless integration for Kubernetes, complicating container management and deployment. Developers might face limited tooling and support for modern application frameworks, hindering innovation and productivity. 

 

  1. Extensive Partner Ecosystem: VMware’s extensive partner ecosystem ensures that businesses have access to a wide range of solutions and services that complement and enhance their VCF deployment. This ecosystem includes hardware vendors, ISVs, and service providers.

Challenges with Other Platforms: Some cloud platforms do not have as broad an ecosystem, limiting the availability of compatible solutions and services. Relying on a single vendor’s ecosystem can restrict choices and lead to suboptimal solutions. 

 In Review: 

VMware Cloud Foundation, by Broadcom, stands out as a superior private cloud platform due to its comprehensive integration, enterprise-class capabilities, simplified lifecycle management, robust hybrid cloud support, enhanced developer experience, and extensive partner ecosystem. Businesses leveraging VCF can achieve greater agility, reduced complexity, and a consistent operational model across their hybrid cloud environments. 

In contrast, alternative cloud platforms often present challenges such as fragmented solutions, limited hybrid support, increased management overhead, and potential security gaps. By choosing VMware Cloud Foundation, organizations can confidently drive their digital transformation initiatives and remain competitive in a dynamic marketplace.

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VMware’s Licensing Changes: A New Chapter in License Ownership https://www.hivelocity.net/blog/vmware-licensing-changes/ https://www.hivelocity.net/blog/vmware-licensing-changes/#respond Fri, 21 Jun 2024 20:09:27 +0000 https://www.hivelocity.net/?p=32569 As a VMware partner, we at Hivelocity are excited to share insights into a transformative development that marks a significant licensing change from VMware by Broadcom. VMware, now under Broadcom’s umbrella, has embarked on a strategic journey, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, simplification, and customer success. We share with you these announced changes, their implications, …

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As a VMware partner, we at Hivelocity are excited to share insights into a transformative development that marks a significant licensing change from VMware by Broadcom. VMware, now under Broadcom’s umbrella, has embarked on a strategic journey, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, simplification, and customer success. We share with you these announced changes, their implications, and how they benefit our clients and the broader VMware community. 

Uniting Forces for Innovation 

The acquisition of VMware by Broadcom has culminated in the merging of two visionary teams, each with a deep-rooted commitment to engineering excellence and innovation. This union is poised to redefine the infrastructure technology domain, offering global enterprises enhanced capabilities to navigate and thrive in private, hybrid, and multi-cloud ecosystems. At Hivelocity, we are enthusiastic about the potential this partnership holds for driving customer success through accelerated innovation, simplified product portfolios, and a strengthened ecosystem. 

Simplification and Subscription: The Path Forward 

Over the past two years, VMware has focused on streamlining its product offerings and transitioning to a subscription-based model. This strategic pivot aims to align more closely with customer needs for continuous innovation, expedited value delivery, and predictable financial planning. Today, we stand at a pivotal moment where VMware, as part of the Broadcom family, introduces a significant overhaul in its approach to product offerings and licensing. 

Streamlined Product Portfolio 

In response to feedback from our customers and partners, VMware by Broadcom is simplifying its product portfolio. This initiative is designed to make it easier for enterprises of all sizes to leverage VMware solutions, removing complexity from our offerings and go-to-market strategies. 

Transition to Subscription Licenses 

Marking the end of perpetual license sales, VMware by Broadcom is fully embracing subscription-based licensing. This move includes ceasing sales of perpetual licenses and their associated support and subscription renewals, alongside hybrid and subscription purchase program credits. A key feature of this transition is the introduction of a bring-your-own-subscription license option, enhancing flexibility for customers leveraging VMware Cloud Foundation in hybrid cloud environments. 

Key Changes and What They Mean for You 

Portfolio Transformation 

VMware’s portfolio is undergoing specific changes, particularly within the VMware Cloud Foundation division, which now focuses on two main offerings for customers looking to own their subscription-based licenses: 

VMware Cloud Foundation: Tailored for enterprise-class hybrid cloud solutions, this flagship offering now comes at a significantly reduced subscription price, coupled with add-ons and enhanced support services. 

VMware vSphere Foundation: Designed for small to medium-sized businesses, this new offering combines vSphere with intelligent operations management for optimal performance and efficiency. 

Embracing Subscription Licensing 

The industry’s shift toward subscription models reflects the standard for cloud consumption. VMware’s full transition to subscription offerings promises continuous innovation, faster value realization, and predictable investment paths for our clients. 

Benefits and Opportunities 

  • For Customers: This evolution in VMware’s strategy enhances our ability to serve you with cutting-edge solutions and the ability to Bring-Your-Own-License (BYOL) to the Hivelocity hosted Private Cloud Services for quicker deployment, innovation, migration, and cost-effective scaling of your digital infrastructure. 
  • For Partners: The shift to a subscription model opens new avenues for us to engage with you more strategically, offering high-value services that underscore our commitment to your success. 

Navigating the Transition Together 

As VMware transitions away from perpetual licenses, we recognize the importance of guiding our clients through this change. Hivelocity is here to assist you in assessing your current VMware deployments and planning your transition to the subscription model, ensuring a seamless migration that aligns with your business objectives. 

Looking Ahead 

The changes introduced by VMware by Broadcom are a testament to our shared vision of simplifying cloud consumption and empowering businesses with the flexibility and innovation they need for their digital transformation journeys. As your trusted VMware partner, Hivelocity is dedicated to supporting you through these transitions, leveraging the enhanced capabilities and benefits that come with VMware’s new strategic direction. 

For more information on how these changes impact your VMware solutions and how we can help, please reach out to our team. You can also reference the following link for the official announcement from Broadcom. Together, we can explore how these developments can further enable your success as a user of VMware’s market-leading technology.

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Which VMware License is right for me: VCF or VVF? https://www.hivelocity.net/blog/vmware-vcf-vvf/ https://www.hivelocity.net/blog/vmware-vcf-vvf/#respond Fri, 21 Jun 2024 19:58:38 +0000 https://www.hivelocity.net/?p=32571 Hivelocity will be providing resources to help customers and prospects navigate through VMware’s new products and most recent changes. Sign up for our blog and receive the latest information or follow us on LinkedIn.  As part of the VMware integration into Broadcom, they have overhauled their licensing and partner platforms to increase value throughout their …

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As part of the VMware integration into Broadcom, they have overhauled their licensing and partner platforms to increase value throughout their portfolio.  

Let’s review the changes:  

  • VMware portfolio has been dramatically simplified to 2 core offerings: VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and VMware vSphere Foundation (VVF), plus a set of Advanced, Add-on Services. 
  • Perpetual licenses are no longer available and will only be available through a subscription model  

How does this affect you?  

We have created a list below to help you determine if your license is being replaced or if it will not have a replacement. This leaves several customers asking which new bucket of VMware products best suits their business needs to optimize for cost, security, performance, and scalability.  

These products are not included in VCF/VVF/Add-on Products and do not have a replacement product: 

  • VMware vSphere+ 
  • VMware vSphere Enterprise 
  • VMware vSphere ROBO 
  • VMware vSphere Scale Out 
  • VMware vSphere Desktop 
  • VMware vSphere Acceleration Kits 
  • VMware vSphere Essentials Kit 
  • VMware vSphere Starter/Foundation 
  • VMware vSphere with Operations Management 
  • VMware vSphere Basic 
  • VMware vSphere Advanced 
  • VMware vSphere Storage Appliance 
  • VMware vSphere Hypervisor (free edition) 
  • VMware Cloud Foundation (excluding new VCF subscription) 
  • VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI 
  • VMware Cloud Foundation for ROBO 
  • VMware vCenter Foundation 
  • VMware vSAN ROBO 
  • VMware vSAN Desktop 
  • VMware vSAN+ 
  • VMware HCI Kit 
  • VMware Aria Universal Suite (formerly vRealize Cloud Universal) 
  • VMware Aria Operations for Networks Universal (formerly vRealize Network Insight Universal) 
  • VMware vRealize Network Insight ROBO 
  • VMware vRealize Operations 8 Application Monitoring Add-On 
  • VMware Aria Suite Cloud for US Public Sector 
  • VMware Cloud Director Service 
  • VMware NSX for Desktop 
  • VMware NSX ROBO 
  • VMware HCX+ 

If you don’t see your license here, connect with one of our VMware experts for guidance.  

What will my license be replaced with?  

Let’s discuss the two core offerings moving forward, VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) And VMware vSphere Foundation (VVF).  

VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 

What is it?

The flagship enterprise-class hybrid cloud solution for customers to run their business-critical and modern applications.  

Ideal Customer: Enterprise   

Highlights: 

  • Full-stack Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) solution that delivers software defined compute, storage, networking, security, and management.  
  • Integrated self-service infrastructure platform to deploy VMs/containers for developer agility.  
  • Hardened platform offering built-in resilience, scaling, and clustering for non-stop operations.  
  • Provides cloud agility to scale infrastructure without scaling staff, delivering cloud consumption on-premises.  
  • Provides automation and orchestration to simplify Day 0, Day 1, and Day 2 tasks. 
  • Available as a single SKU to simplify full stack deployment.  

Components:  

  • SDDC Manager: An automated lifecycle management tool simplifying how to deploy, configure, patch, and upgrade the entire SDDC stack. 
  • vSphere Enterprise Plus with Tanzu: An enhanced server virtualization platform enabling the coexistence of virtual machines and containers on the same infrastructure. 
  • NSX Enterprise Plus: A network virtualization and security platform delivering a complete networking stack for your SDDC across multiple sites and clouds. 
  • HCX Enterprise: An application mobility platform facilitating workload migration, rebalancing, and optimized disaster recovery across different vSphere versions and cloud environments. 
  • Support Services: Production support provides 24/7 access to technical support, documentation, knowledge base articles, and online communities. 

Optional add-ons for VCF encompass VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery (VCDR), VMware Ransomware Recovery (RWR), VMware Site Recovery (SRM), and more. 

VMware vSphere Foundation (VVF)  

What is it?

A simplified enterprise-grade platform.  

Ideal Customer: Small to medium businesses 

Highlights

  • VVF solution integrates vSphere with our intelligent operations management to provide the best performance, availability, and efficiency with greater visibility and insights.  
  • vSphere Foundation can be upgraded to a Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) solution with an optional software-defined storage (vSAN) add-on.  

Components:

  • Sphere Enterprise Plus: A leading server virtualization platform for running, managing, connecting, and securing applications across hybrid clouds. 
  • vCenter Server Standard: A centralized management tool that allows control of the entire vSphere infrastructure from a single console. 
  • Aria Suite Enterprise: A comprehensive operations management solution providing self-driving IT operations management from applications to infrastructure across various environments. 
  • Support Services: Standard support service offering access to technical support engineers, documentation, knowledge base articles, and online communities. 

Optional add-ons for advanced features and capabilities are available, such as vSAN Enterprise, VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery (VCDR), and Tanzu Mission Control (TMC). 

So, how do you choose the right license? 

With the changes in mind, customers and partners can now focus on selecting the most suitable VMware license for their specific use cases. Here are some factors to consider: 

  1. Application Requirements: Assess your workload requirements, including compute, storage, and networking needs. Determine whether your environment necessitates advanced features or can operate efficiently with standard capabilities. 
  1.  Scalability: Consider your organization’s growth trajectory and scalability requirements. Choose a licensing model that accommodates future expansion without causing significant disruptions or cost escalations. 
  1. Cost: Evaluate your budget constraints and financial objectives. Opt for a licensing option that offers the best balance between cost-effectiveness and feature richness, ensuring optimal ROI over the long term. 
  1. Support and Resources: Examine your support requirements, including response times, technical expertise, and escalation procedures. Select a support plan that aligns with your organization’s service expectations and operational priorities. 
  1. Compliance and Security: Ensure compliance with licensing terms and usage rights to avoid potential penalties or legal issues. Familiarize yourself with VMware’s licensing agreements and seek clarification on any ambiguous terms or conditions. 

Remember, choosing the right VMware license isn’t just about today’s needs; it’s about setting a foundation for future growth and innovation. With careful consideration and strategic planning, customers and partners can confidently embrace VMware solutions and unlock their full potential in the digital era. 

For more information on how these changes impact your VMware solutions and how we can help, please reach out to our team. You can also reference the following link for the official announcement from Broadcom or our VMware Resource Page. Together, we can explore how these developments can further enable your success as a user of VMware’s market-leading technology. 

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