VMware vCenter Server – Error 1711: Check to make sure enough disk space is available…
July 30, 2010
While installing VMware vCenter Server I get the following error:
After extending my basic disk, with Dell’s ExtPart.exe utility, to 16GB I still get the same error message. Validation on the MSI installer package shows that the installer package becomes corrupted. After downloading a new one from the VMware download page everything works just fine.
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RES Software Releases Basic Exam for RES PowerFuse 2010 as Part of Global Partner and Customer Certification Program
July 23, 2010
RES Software announced the release of the RES PowerFuse 2010 Basic Exam (RPFBX-300). The exam will be available worldwide to RES Software channel partners and customers beginning on August 1, 2010 as part of the RES Software Certification Program. Successful completion of RPFBX-300 is a necessary step in acquiring RES Certified Professional and RES Certified Trainer status.
The RPFBX-300 exam can be scheduled online via the Prometric website, and taken at any Prometric test center worldwide. With the availability of this exam, the combined certifications (RES Certified Professional (RCP) and RES Certified trainer (RCT)) will need to be upgraded within 9 months.
For more information visit: www.ressoftware.com
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RES PowerFuse 2008 SR9 released
July 20, 2010
RES Software released PowerFuse Service Release 9. This release contains several enhancements, fixes and also one important change; Limited support for Microsoft Windows 2000.
This version of RES PowerFuse cannot be installed on Microsoft Windows 2000 using a full install (MSI Package). It is possible, however, to upgrade an existing RES PowerFuse installation with the PowerPack. The AppGuard driver will then only be upgraded to the version as was released with RES PowerFuse 2008 SR8 though.
Service Release 9 is available for all customers with a valid Solution Assurance subscription and can be obtained through the RES Software portal.
For more info visit: www.ressoftware.com
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Kaviza Breaks Down Barriers to Desktop Virtualization Adoption with the release of VDI-in-a-box 3.0
July 15, 2010
Kaviza VDI-in-a-box software is designed specifically for SMEs to fit departmental budgets and desktop IT expertise using a plug-and-play architecture that scales on commodity servers without requiring shared storage and provides built-in high-availability.
- Kaviza enables the desktop IT staff to deploy VDI or hosted virtual desktops without any specialized IT expertise, for a total cost per desktop (including software, servers, storage and support) of less than $500.
- VDI-in-a-box 3.0 delivers rich user experience via an add-on to enable Citrix HDX technology, made possible through a licensing agreement with Citrix.
- KPSN “Frictionless Virtual Desktops” initiative enables easy risk-free adoption, makes delivering desktop virtualization as simple as “One, Two, Three”
- Special education program with discounts announced for accredited higher education institutions and schools.
- Learn more about Kaviza at: www.kaviza.com
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New release of Oracle’s Sun Ray Software version 5 available now
July 15, 2010
Sun Ray Software 5 provides a comprehensive Oracle-based virtualization solution that easily integrates with popular third-party technologies like Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Active Directory, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and VMware View. This broad support for heterogeneous environments is unique to Oracle’s desktop virtualization solutions and offers customers enhanced flexibility and investment protection.
New features in the Sun Ray Software 5 update include:
- Support for Oracle Enterprise Linux – enables customers to choose among Oracle Solaris, Oracle Enterprise Linux, Red Hat Enterprise Linux or SUSE Linux Enterprise Server as their server platform to deploy Sun Ray Software.
- Enhanced virtual desktop client – installs on existing PCs and allows them to be used as an alternative to a dedicated Sun Ray Client device. This enables organizations to quickly experience many of the benefits of the Sun Ray solution, using their existing desktops. New in this release is support for Mac OS X computers, in addition to existing support for Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7.
- Greater mobility – with the enhanced virtual desktop client, customers can now use smart card readers on supported PCs to “hotdesk” desktop sessions between PCs and dedicated Sun Ray Clients. “Hotdesking” allows users instant access to their desktop sessions simply by inserting a smart card into a Sun Ray Client or a PC with a smart card reader.
- Sun Ray connector for VMware View 4 – allows Sun Ray Clients to be used as a client with the VMware View 4 virtual desktop infrastructure product.
- Enhanced multimedia with bidirectional audio capabilities – improves the user experience with Windows applications.
Read more about: Oracle Sun Ray Software 5
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One day migration from RES PowerFuse 2008 to RES PowerFuse 2010
July 13, 2010
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Today I can say that yesterday is wonderfull! After a good preperaion and pre-building a test environment I succesfully migrated RES PowerFuse 2008 to RES PowerFuse 2010 within one day. To be honest there were really no incidents today and that is for me the reason to say that yesterday is wonderfull!
RES PowerFuse 2010 provides the essential context-aware, secure and centrally managed user workspace containing the right applications, data, printing and personalized settings to any user. By separating the user workspace from the operating system, RES PowerFuse automates the management, creation and dynamic composition of user workspaces.
Why should you upgrade to RES PowerFuse 2010?
In short RES PowerFuse 2010 integrates better and prepares your existing environment for a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), where Terminal Server and Citrix XenApp could be part of. The new Zero Profile Technology gives a performance boost, more flexibility and helps you with platform migrations to for example Windows 2008 R2 and Windows 7. Also other new features such as Remote Assistance and optimized external device security are a must have for enterprise User Workspace Management solutions.
Learn more about RES PowerFuse 2010 at: www.ressoftware.com/2010
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vExpert 2010 Directory
June 10, 2010
Now that all VMware vExpert 2010 announcements have been send, you may be looking for other vExperts around the world. Arnim van Lieshout decided to create a VMware vExpert 2010 Directory. The list is sorted by Country, so you can easily find a vExpert near to you in case you ever need one. Arnim, good job to you!
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Internet Explorer 6 support for Windows 7 32bits and 64bits in upcoming ThinApp 4.6
June 9, 2010
VMware just published a blog post regarding new support for ThinApping Internet Explorer 6 and run it on Windows 7. IE6 can be fully virtualized and is working perfectly on Windows 7 32bit and 64bit.
So far does it look very solid and they have tested over 40 add-ons which all work on Windows 7. Many people are working on a migration to Windows 7 and have issues with legacy applications demanding IE6. VMware hopes that this will now be solved.
Besides, ThinApp can now automatically “harvest” IE6 out of any Windows XP instance. This means you can use an XP instance that has the latest security fixes applied, and also capture any plug-ins you want in the same go.
For further explanation about the new feature and some cool videos please visit the VMware ThinApp Blog.
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New whitepaper about Citrix and Microsoft integration (XenApp, MDOP, SCCM)
June 8, 2010
With the release of XenApp 6 and its support for Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack 2010 and its new System Center Configuration Manager Connector, enterprise administrators are now able to leverage a fully integrated solution that can be managed through the familiar user interface within Microsoft System Center.
The whitepaper explains how to simplify application delivery by leveraging a fully integrated solution with Citrix XenApp and Microsoft System Center, optimized by various components of the Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack for Software Assurance, such as App-V and Advanced Group Policy Management.
Download whitepaper: Citrix XenApp 6, MDOP and Configuration Manager
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First Service Release for PowerFuse 2010 (SR1)
June 7, 2010
Today RES Software released it’s first Service Release for PowerFuse 2010. This Service Release contains some enhancements and a lot of fixes. PowerFuse 2010 is the newest version of RES Software’s workspace management solution. The previous well-known version is PowerFuse 2008.
RES PowerFuse 2010 provides the essential context-aware, secure and centrally managed user workspace containing the right applications, data, printing and personalized settings to any user. By separating the user workspace from the operating system, RES PowerFuse automates the management, creation and dynamic composition of user workspaces.
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