IT Infrastructure News

IBM SmartCloud Entry for System x V2.4 offers a self-service web portal that simplifies provisioning of virtualized workloads and configuration of IT resources (CPU, memory, storage, and networking).

The IBM PureFlex System 42U Rack and IBM PureFlex System 42U Expansion Rack have been optimized for use with IBM Flex System components, IBM System x servers, and BladeCenter systems. Their robust design allows them to be shipped with equipment already installed.

IBM SmartCloud Entry for Power V2.4 is an introductory private cloud offering that is designed to be simple to deploy and easy to use. It works with a client's existing IBM Power Systems infrastructure, and can enable data center managers to quickly deploy self-service provisioning of virtualized workloads with a simple interface and basic metering capability.

Enhancements provide IT professionals with the tools to better manage their virtual and physical networks.

SmartCloud VSC V5.1 helps IT storage managers migrate to an agile cloud-based storage environment and manage it effectively without having to replace existing storage systems.

IBM Communications Server for Data Center Deployment V7.0 addresses SNA modernization in networks with mobile and dynamic environments.

IBM XIV Storage System offers a range of capabilities in this XIV management release.

IBM is enhancing AIX 6 and 7, the IBM strategic UNIX operating system for mission-critical, core business applications, with: