Software Defined Network (SDN) Powered IP Optical Convergence with Cisco nLight

Cisco Evolved Programmable Network (EPN), the foundation of the Cisco Open Network Architecture for service provider networks, integrates today’s independent IP and optical layers with Cisco nLight for more agile cloud topologies. Learn more about the benefits of IP and optical convergence and the new technology: www.cisco.com/go/epn Tweet us @CiscoSP360 if you have any questions… Continue reading Software Defined Network (SDN) Powered IP Optical Convergence with Cisco nLight

vNEST: Home Lab Upgrade, enter the vSAN!

Dell C6105 Cloud Server

Ever since VMware introduced VSAN, I’ve been anxious to test it out, deploy it in my lab and see what it does and how it functions. Few months ago one of my Dell Poweredge 1950 GenIII server died so I was considering upgrading my home virtualization lab anyway… if you are like me, we just need… Continue reading vNEST: Home Lab Upgrade, enter the vSAN!

VCE Enters Next Phase of Growth and Innovation As An EMC Business

EMC, Cisco and VCE today announced the next phase of evolution for VCE. Expected to be finalized this quarter, VCE will become an EMC business. Cisco and VMware will continue as strategic partners and investors, with Cisco having an approximately 10% equity interest in VCE. VCE’s charter will focus on simplifying the deployment of hybrid… Continue reading VCE Enters Next Phase of Growth and Innovation As An EMC Business