Microsoft Virtual Server 2005

Microsoft Virtual Server 2005 allows a single server to be divided into several "virtual machines," each running its own environment and operating system, which can even be virtually networked together Written by a key member of Microsoft's Virtual Server product team, this guide shows programmers how they can use these virtual machines to keep their development environment separate from their computing environment, test software on a variety of platforms from a single machine, and test networking applications Packed with real-world examples, the book examines how to install Linux under Virtual Server, create VM libraries, tweak performances, troubleshoot installation glitches, and access the Virtual Server COM API Offers a clear explanation of how to best understand virtual devices, networks, and storage systems and handle debugging in virtual machines

This book detailing the requirements for planning and implementing a server consolidation includes sample forms and templates, and several physical to virtual migration strategies which will save both time and costs.

In-depth and comprehensive, this Resource Kit delivers the information you need for administering Virtual Server 2005 R2 SP1. You get authoritative technical guidance from those who know the technology best—leading virtualization experts and the Windows Virtualization team. Plus—software, scripts, tools, and other essential resources on DVD. Get expert guidance on how to: Install Virtual Server 2005 and troubleshoot common issues Analyze, plan, and manage a virtualized infrastructure Define workload resource requirements and perform a physical-to-virtual (P2V) migration Set up, configure, and manage virtual hard disks and virtual machines Implement and administer virtual networking Create permission entries, set NTFS permissions, and enable SSL protocols to help restric access Use best practices for configuration, tuning, and performance testing Apply a 5-step methodology to help drive your virtualization project to success DVD features: Microsoft Virtual Server 2005 R2 SP1. Microsoft Virtual PC 2007. 40 scripts for automating administration. Active Directory Topology Diagramming (ADTD) tool. Virtual Machine Remote Client Plus (VMRCPlus) for remote administration. Tools for automating conversions and resizing virtual hard disks. Videos: step-by-step demos on host clustering, P2V migration, and more. Fully searchable eBook. A Note Regarding the CD or DVD The print version of this book ships with a CD or DVD. For those customers purchasing one of the digital formats in which this book is available, we are pleased to offer the CD/DVD content as a free download via O'Reilly Media's Digital Distribution services. To download this content, please visit O'Reilly's web site, search for the title of this book to find its catalog page, and click on the link below the cover image (Examples, Companion Content, or Practice Files). Note that while we provide as much of the media content as we are able via free download, we are sometimes limited by licensing restrictions. Please direct any questions or concerns to [email protected].

Learn virtualization with the latest Microsoft software products! This innovative new text takes virtualization to the next level by showing how it is used to build demonstration networks. The use of current technology, such as Windows Vista, Virtual PC 2007, Windows Server 2008, and Virtual Server 2005, guarantees that readers will be prepared for today’s workplace. They will also learn to use VMRCplus, the alternate user interface for Virtual Server 2005. Extensive activities and exercises in each chapter provide ample opportunity for hands-on practice. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

The Rational Guide to Scripting Microsoft Virtual Server deals with computers/software.

The Rational Guide to Managing Microsoft Virtual Server deals with computers/software.

Server Sprawl and escalating IT costs have managers and system administrators scrambling to find ways to cut costs and reduce Total Cost of Ownership of their physical infrastructure. Combining software applications onto a single server, even if those applications are from the same software vendor, can be dangerous and problems hard to troubleshoot. Virtualization allows you to consolidate many servers onto a single physical server reducing hardware, electrical, cooling, and administrative costs. These virtual servers run completely independent of each other so if one crashes the other are not affected. Planning and implementing a server consolidation is a complex process. This book details the requirements for such a project, includes sample forms and templates, and delivers several physical to virtual migration strategies which will save both time and costs. Readers of this book will easily be able to plan and deploy VMware, Microsoft Virtual Server, and Xen. Create a virtual network to exchange information or provide a service to other virtual machines or computers Use virtualization to support removable media such as CD or DVD optical disks Reduce server costs, administration overhead, and complexity