Category Archives: Virtualization

Learning About VDI and Resource Management

Posted on January 10, 2013 by larry

Interesting day in the virtualization space, went to a workshop/seminar on vmware, specifically VDI and Resource Management. Some of it was a rehash, but learned some interesting new things like VMXNET may not be what we need. Got home late … Continue reading →

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New ESXi Host

Posted on November 27, 2012 by larry

Coolness, I got all the parts needed for a new ESXi host Here is the parts list OCZ Agility 128GB SSD $74.98 AMD FX-4100 3.6Ghz 4 Core CPU $79.99 Dual GB Port NIC $20.00 MSI 760GM-E51 $71.50 Seagate 1TB Hard … Continue reading →

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VMworld 2012 Finale

Posted on August 29, 2012 by larry

After 25 years I finally saw Jon Bon Jovi live. Not on my bucket list but I did want to see him live at least once.It was one of those times I wish my wife was there to enjoy it … Continue reading →

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San Francisco VMworld 2012

Posted on August 26, 2012 by larry

Flew into San Francisco today, got a headache though. Not sure how I am gonna get my workout in while I am in here. I will sleep early though after some pushups and situps.

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Problem with ESXi

Posted on January 2, 2012 by larry

I got a strange problem with my ESXi server. Seems like ESXi is picky regarding what CDROM is used.  All I did was switch out the DVD burner I had that was in there with a Read Only CDROM and … Continue reading →

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VMWorld 2011 Finale

Posted on September 1, 2011 by larry

Today is the last day of VMworld.  Sad and happy at the same time, Sad because I got so much from VMworld and now it is ending, but happy cause I miss my friends and family so I will get … Continue reading →

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Interesting Session on VDI

Posted on August 31, 2011 by larry

VDI is the Virtual desktop offering by VMware, it was interesting in that it was not a technical presentation but a business one. It talked about seven things that cause VDI implementations to fail, they were not technical in nature. … Continue reading →

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Labs Labs Labs

Posted on August 30, 2011 by larry

Wow, I really took a lot doing the labs at vmworld.  Last year the lines were too long to participate in the labs, this year, it was easier. I learned a lot, I want to do it again tomorrow.  I … Continue reading →

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No Longer a Vegas Virgin

Posted on August 28, 2011 by larry

Finally here in Vegas… wow, I can hear the slot machines calling me from downstairs. Trip not turning out right though, First off when I was at home, I was rushed into finishing the back deck, but it looks finished … Continue reading →

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Getting Close to the Start of Training

Posted on August 27, 2011 by larry

If my math is right, training for the next marathon tomorrow. Could be wrong, hope I have 1 more week since I have to go to Las Vegas for VMworld tomorrow.  Still I will find a way to work out. … Continue reading →

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