Citrix XenServer

Citrix XenServer is a complete, managed server virtualisation platform built on the powerful Xen hypervisor. Xen technology is widely acknowledged as the fastest and most secure virtualisation software in the industry. XenServer is designed for efficient management of Windows and Linux virtual servers and delivers cost-effective server consolidation and business continuity.

What is server virtualisation?

Server virtualisation is a proven technology that enables multiple virtual machines to run on a single physical server. Each virtual machine is completely isolated from other virtual machines and is decoupled from the underlying host by a thin layer of software known as a hypervisor. This allows each virtual machine to run different operating systems and applications. Because the machines have been decoupled from the underlying host, the guest can also be moved from one physical server host to another while running; this is known as live migration. These attributes are transforming how organisations approach virtual computing.

The best choice for server virtualisation and datacentre automation

XenServer is the enterprise-ready, cloud-proven virtualisation platform that contains all the capabilities required to create and manage a virtual infrastructure. It is trusted by demanding organisations to run the most mission critical applications and used by the largest clouds and xSPs. XenServer:

• Reduces costs by consolidating servers and reducing power, cooling, and datacentre space needs
• Increases IT flexibility by allowing the provisioning of new servers and IT services within minutes
• Ensures that application requirements and performance levels are always met
• Minimises downtime by reducing the impact of failures and protecting against disasters

The free edition of XenServer starts with a 64-bit hypervisor and centralised management, live migration, and conversion tools to create a virtual platform that maximises guest density and performance. The premium editions of XenServer extend the platform to enable organisations of any size to integrate and automate management processes, delivering a virtual datacentre solution.

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For further information, contact your Phoenix Account Manager on 0845 265 1265 or email info@phoenixs.co.uk