Built for Consolidation
The Dell storage solution portfolio optimizes the data center by consolidating resources and reallocating them based on utilization and capacity. The Dell EqualLogic™ Internet SCSI (iSCSI) storage area network (SAN) solution is a leader in total cost of ownership (TCO) when compared to traditional direct attached storage (DAS), Fibre Channel (FC) SAN and multiprotocol alternatives.
Dell™ EqualLogic PS Series arrays can go from box to operating SAN in minutes, with a wizard-based graphical user interface (GUI) that integrates easily into the Ethernet backbone of the virtual infrastructure. iSCSI connectivity leverages the IP networking skills found in most medium businesses and is the ideal shared storage technology for virtualized environments.
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Virtualization is an essential strategy for increasing IT efficiency. One way Dell can simplify your transition to virtualization is by engineering architected, pre-built configurations designed to help build a dynamic and efficient virtualized environment — from the server and hypervisor to the network, storage systems and management toolsets.
Based on extensive engineering work in end-to-end solution design and certification, these architectures can be quickly and confidently deployed into production environments to help eliminate many of the time-consuming steps common in complex infrastructure implementations.
Dell Business-Ready Configurations
- Simplify the designing, ordering and deployment of a virtual infrastructure
- Help ensure integration completeness and production readiness
- Include best practice recommendations, guidelines and consideration for server workloads, networks and storage systems
 | Dell Business-Ready Configurations With Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 Hyper-V™ for small, medium and remote environments deliver a cost-effective virtualization infrastructure for organizations that want the benefits of virtualization but have limited budget and resources. |
 | Dell Business-Ready Configurations With VMware® vSphere™ for small and medium businesses are easy-to-order bundled solutions designed to aid in ordering, deploying and maintaining your virtual infrastructure. |
 | PowerEdge™ R710 Rack Server | PowerEdge™ M910 Blade Server | |
 | EqualLogic™ PS6000 Series |
Case Studies
Infinite Energy
7/1/2011
Thinkwell Group
7/1/2011
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Get a fast, accurate, benchmarked assessment that delivers: > Clear understanding of your system's utilization and capacity > Storage/Network/Facilities impact > Consolidation scenarios > Return on investment (ROI) and total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses for budgeting | Solution design is the path to success. Dell technical experts deliver experience-based best practice: > Detailed architecture and processes > Implementation plan, guidance and timelines > Risk mitigation during transition | Free your IT staff and minimize end-user disruptions. The Dell suite of installation services for servers, storage systems and switches includes: > Full production implementation > Systems configuration and integration | Choose the options that align to how you use your technology through a suite of services that offers: > Expertise for specialized applications and technology > Proactive problem avoidance to maximize uptime > Rapid response to reduce downtime |
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