VMware Communities : Thread List - Dallas Area VMware User Group

Next VMUG - Dec. 9th

tgradig — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:52:51 GMT

All,
Time is flying by fast. It seems like the last VMUG was only a couple weeks ago. Our next VMUG is scheduled for Dec. 9th. *****Note the start of this one *******10am****** Sequel Data will be brining in their truck for some demos. Check them out at www.sequeldata.com

10:00 – Intro
10:15 – Sequel Data - Jonathan Clifton
10:30 – AppSense - Windy Wills
11:30 – Lunch “Big Apple Café / NYPD Deli”
12:00 – EMC – Mitch Berke
1:00 – Drawings
1:15 – Q&A Open Session
3:00 – Meeting Adjourn

Tony Gradig
VMUG Leader.

Workstation 7 discount

bnelson — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:10:27 GMT

I have a 25% off promo for the VMware store for Workstation 7 I wont' need. Expires tonight.

I would prefer to give this to an SMB customer.

Brian Nelson

Cisco Nexus Patch Info

tgradig — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:33:11 GMT

I found this online when looking at the patches being installed on vShpere and saw this. If you plan on using the Nexus stuff, please read.

vCenter Update Manager does not list patches or updates for Cisco Nexus 1000V by default. This knowledge base article provides the procedure for adding a Cisco Nexus 1000V patch source to vCenter Update Manager.

See KB Article: 1013134 on how to add the Cisco Nexus Patch info into update manager.

Tony Gradig

VMUG Leader

DFW VMUG - Sept 22nd.

tgradig — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:24:52 GMT

Great turnout for the Sept. VMUG. We pretty much pushed the room to the max, but overall it was a great VMUG. I look forward to seeing everyone at the next one.

I would like to thank the sponsors. With-out them, there is no VMUG. If you would like more info about them, please give them a call.

Kristana Blake - Field Marketing Manager - NetApp - 972-759-7576 Direct - 214-886-6077 Mobile - kblake@netapp.com

Erik Sampsel - Regional Sales Manager - Tripwire / vWire - Direct: 972-562-2570 - Cell: 469-223-3423 - ESampsel@tripwire.com

Larry Ledesma - Data Center Sales Specialist - Novell, Inc. - 214-734-1235 - larry.ledesma@platespin.com

Also, a thanks to TrainSignal for providing some swag also. They have really good training CD's. Check them out at http://www.trainsignal.com.

Would like to speak at a future meeting

bscalzo — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 17:12:42 GMT

Would like to maybe give the following 1 hour technical session at a future Dallas area meeting:

Optimizing Oracle on VMware
Virtualization is a red hot trend - but what about for databases? The answer is YES, with the proper care and configuration Oracle on VMware is a reality. The author will present some of the best practices from his new book: Oracle on VMware - Expert tips for Database Virtualization.

Trying to get USB key dongle to work in VM Guest machine

ejhenry — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 05:24:00 GMT

I have a Sentinel USB dongle required to run an application. When I boot my VM, which is XP Pro, the dongle is not seen....I have to physically remove the dongle and reinsert evey time I boot my virtual guest (VM Workstation 6.5). Any ideas on how this usb key can be read after power up, without having to remove and re-insert?

South Central VIP Cocktail Reception - VMword, San Francisco

jgiardina — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:11:48 GMT

http://now.eloqua.com/e/es.aspx?s=524&e=9786368&elq=b117bc3dbf7c42ebb6d3d2fdefa88dfe&OPENID=Browser

Best free operating system to run Informix on VM-ware?

jr4notaxes — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 02:51:15 GMT

What is the best free operating system to run a benchmark test or Proof-of-Technologies class of Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) 11.50 inside of VM-ware? Assuming it is Linux, what brand and version of Linux?

Application Performance

VMobserver — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 21:21:03 GMT

What is the strategy that most organizations are adopting to monitor application performance and troubleshoot in the virtual domain?

"While server virtualization is happening at a rapid rate, tools for managing application performance in these environments have not kept pace," said Will Cappelli, research vice president at Gartner. "In order to understand application behavior, one needs to combine data from the dynamically reconfiguring application layer, network layers, and virtualization layer. Traditional tools which assume that the environments remain static while an application executes are not answering the needs of the Global 2000."

Cost and complexity are 2 major inhibitors that have been overcome by Network Instruments who has a long track record of monitoring and isolating the root-cause of performance problems in the physical domain. http://www.networkinstruments.com/products/observer/virtualization.html

See a workflow sequence attached and download the VM brochure at http://www.networkinstruments.com/assets/pdf/virtualization_b.pdf

Full demonstrations and evaluations can be arranged by calling Rick Kingsley of Network Instruments at 972-219-6811 or by email at rkingsley@netinst.com

N Dallas Solaris/VMware Admin-Maxsys

Dallastechrecruiter — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 21:37:46 GMT

Hello,

Our client is looking for someone to start off at 25-30 hours a week and then move up to full time. This would include nights and weekend. We would be able to compensate with a higher hourly rate to offset the difference. If you know anyone that would be interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please contact me at the number below.

Solaris Admin/Eng

6 + month contract

Dallas

Our client in N Dallas is looking for a Solaris Administrator with VMware experience. Experience with SAN would be a plus. Candidate would be working 25-30 hours a week, nights and weekends, flexible hours.
VMWare - ESX experience required.
Build, configure, deploy, support, and maintain SUN servers running Solaris as well as hosted applications from an OS perspective.
Resolve complex hardware and software integration issues, interfacing with database administration, software development, network support personnel, and vendors to coordinate solutions.
Create periodic status reports for management
Senior Level experience with most of the following: Scripting (Bsh, Ksh, Perl, etc.), backups, Disaster Recovery, storage/disk arrays, Sun Solaris (versions 8, 9, 10), Sun Hardware (e.g. SunFire, Enterprise Class)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with management, peers, and vendors

If you or anyone you know would be interested, please contact me directly.

Thank you,

John Laury
Senior Technical Recruiter
Maxsys Solutions
15400 Knoll Trail Suite 507
Dallas, TX 75248
972-392-4900 Ext 11
866-799-4949 Tollfree
972-392-4902 Fax
http://www.maxsyssolutions.com/

http://www.linkedin.com/in/dallastechrecruiter

Job Posting Atlas Copco Drilling Solutions

ZOMB33 — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:21:05 GMT

Our company (Atlas Copco Drilling Solutions)is looking to fill an open position in our IT dept. Attached is the job description that is to be filled. If you are interested, or know of anyone interested, you should go to Monster to apply for the position.

Thanks,

Eric Talamantes

Office: 972.496.7436

June 17th VMUG Material

tgradig — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 17:55:36 GMT

Great VMUG yesterday. I hope everyone who attended feels the same way. The next VMUG is scheduled for Sept. 22nd. I will post an announcement when the date is confirmed. I am attaching the presentation from the meeting. I will post all of them as I get them.

A special thanks to the sponsors for providing the food for the VMUG. Emulex, Terremark, VKernel and SHI.

Thanks,

Tony Gradig

VMUG Leader

DFW VMUG - Venue

tgradig — Tue, 19 May 2009 20:59:02 GMT

All,

We are growing out of the current venue that we house the DFW VMUG. This is a good thing. I am currently looking for a new place to house the VMUG. Any suggestions on a venue?

Please keep in mind the following:

1. Venue - Needs to be centrally located for all of Fort Worth and Dallas participants.

2. Room Size - I would say around 200

3. Food - The Cost of food has to be reasonable. $25-$30 a person is a big much in my opinion.

3. Price - The VMUG doesn't have or make money, We have to find sponsors for each event to cover the cost. During the tough times, some companies can't shell out $3000 to have it in Hotels...

We will take all considerations into account. I am open to all suggestions.

Thanks,

Tony Gradig

VMUG Leader

DFW VMUG - June 17th

tgradig — Wed, 13 May 2009 15:06:31 GMT

Agenda,

8:45am – Breakfast – Bagels and Fruit

9:00am – Introductions

9:30am – NPIV & FCoE – Brandon Hunter, Emulex

10:45am – The
Enterprise Cloud - Brandon
McNiel, Terremark

12:00pm – Lunch (Catered by Big Apple Café)

12:30pm – Virtualization Management - Regina
Blais, VKernel

1:30pm – Licensing – Todd Weaver, SHI

Drawings – Must be present to win

2:00pm - Open Session – Upgrading to vSphere, VMworld
2009, Problems, Questions, etc.

3:00pm – Meeting Adjourn

Thanks,

Tony Gradig

VMUG Leader

Looking for VMWARE Training...

fortunad0 — Wed, 06 May 2009 15:26:24 GMT

An associate and myself are seeking VMWARE bootcamp training as we're switching to a VM solution this summer. We're in education so would like a company with a good reputation that does educational pricing. The last company we looked at was Choice Solutions but they were a little out of our price range. Thanks for your help!

Alex

VShpere Launch Tour DFW Area - June 2nd and June 11th

tgradig — Wed, 13 May 2009 15:11:26 GMT

All,

VMware is having a VSphere Launch Tour in the DFW Area.

June 2nd - Fort Worth

June 11th - Plano, Texas

I am trying to get the link, but see the attachment for the announcement if you didn't get it.

Thanks,

Tony Gradig

DFW VMUG Leader

DFW VM Users Group

VMobserver — Wed, 06 May 2009 13:22:28 GMT

If there is interest from the Dallas members, Network Instruments would enjoy the opportunity to present their capabilities for traffic,
application, and security monitoring in the VM environment. The new vTap functionality is what enables them to offer integrated layer 2-7

visibility across the physical and virtual domains.

VMblog.com article

VM Solution Details

Please contact Rick Kingsley, South Central Territory Mgr, at rkingsley@netinst.com or 972-219-6811.

You might also want to simply Google "Network Instruments" and "Virtualization"

Dallas VMUG - March Sponsors

tgradig — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 15:45:41 GMT

Sorry I haven't been posting info lately, I will work on getting more info out to the group more often. Our next VMUG isin late June. Be on the look-out for the request.

I would like to thank our sponsors from the last VMUG in March. If you have any questions, please give them a call. They all did a great job and offer a lot in making VMware a success in your company.

EMC - Mitch Berke - berke_mitch@emc.com

Akorri - Bob Collins - bcollins@akorri.com

Forsythe - Hank Johnson (District Manager) hjohnson@forsythe.com

I received a lot of requests from the EMC customers as to where they should go to get our Storage Viewer VC plug-in. The EMC Storage Viewer Plug-in has been posted to Powerlink and is available for download by customers & partners at: Home > Support > Product and Diagnostic Tools > Symmetrix Tools > Symmetrix Tools for VMware There is also demonstration video available on You Tube at: [http://www.youtube.com/results?search_type=&search_query=emc+storage+vie]wer+plug-in&aq=f Tony GradigVMUG Leader

Closing the VM Visibility Gap

VMobserver — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 20:16:05 GMT

Central to any performance monitoring effort is the ability to monitor seamlessly across physical and virtualized environments.
Using the Observer platform, organizations obtain enterprise-wide views of virtualized resources and performance within virtualized
and physical environments.

VMblog.com article

VM Solution Details

Webinars scheduled for May 1st, May 7th & 8th as delivered by Network Instruments who is also available to present at local
User Group meetings. Register to attend or send inquiries to Rick Kingsley at rkingsley@netinst.com

Dallas VMUG

dawnstear — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 17:32:23 GMT

Just curious, has this usergroup not been active, or am I look at something incorrectly? The last post I am seeing on here was from about two weeks ago.

VMWare Install

OldManRiver — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 06:55:32 GMT

All,

Following install HowTos and have threads at:

http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=84275

http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?p=6822613#post6822613

You can see I have a version problem, so need to know which VMWare version I need. My W2K is SP1, but also have the SP3/SP4 upgrade, but on seperate dissks. That may be where the problem is.

Thanks!

OMR

LAN-Free VCB Restore -- over Fibre Channel like backups?

HossyBldr — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 00:05:02 GMT

I had to do a restore of a 629GB VM and it took about 30 hours to complete because it was aparently using the network to do the restore. The backup was done using vcbMounter CLI. I currently do not have any integration for VCB with any backup products like NetBackup, although I own NetBackup and use it to take the fullvm VCB backup that was written to disk and export it to tape.

I've seen some web pages talking about "LAN-free" and "VCB" -- one from 2006 talking about how VMware was looking at VCB restore over fibre in about a year or two. cough 3 years later cough

Is this available yet? Is it only available if I purchase the VCB integration module for a backup product? Know when it might be available?

I just purchased VI3 Enterprise and I fear that in a DR scenario where everything needs to be restored from tape, it's going to be a very painful process. What was worse is that even though the servers are on a 1Gbps network, the restore was only running @ 8MB/sec (approx. 64Mbps) -- the network was very under-utlized overall, including running VMs. So, even if I was thinking of spending the $$$ to setup a special 10Gbps network for the ESX hosts and the VCB proxy, I don't think the restore would go any faster.

VMUG March 10th

lowellbarton — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 23:21:11 GMT

Hi,

I'm new to the group. If I wanted to attend the VMUG on March 10th, do I just show up or is there a process to register or RSVP?

Thanks,

Lowell

newbie problem ethernet and disk

gatoor — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 18:08:42 GMT

I have just started using VMware server 2, I am having a couple of issues.

I have the host as fedore core 10. The Client as Windows Vista. I am having trouble with nat and with getting to a disk drive.

The fedora host has a 750 GB shared disk. I can get to this disk from every computer in the work group.

When I bring up the vista client. I can no longer get to anydisk on the group from any computer.

The Vista client will get onto the internet but will not see any disks that are shared in the group.

the fedora machine has 2 nics and so 2 ip address. I have the vista machine set up with only 1 nat address at present but it shows as 2 in the network page. both as connection 21?

I will eventually (after consept proof). have 2 address on the vista machine with hard addressing.

I also need to access the Blu-ray burner (ide) and as I said I would like to get to a sata disk I don't care if it is done directly or thru a shared network.

Thanks Brad Earl

New VMUG Leader?

mcarroll — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 21:02:04 GMT

Does anyone know when the next VMUG is? I tried emailing Tony offline, but it seems his email address is incorrect. Is he still in charge?

Mark Carroll
Solution Architect
Veeam

Job Posting: Senior Virtualization & Storage Engineer

incubus240 — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 20:50:04 GMT

Let me know if anyone is interested.

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience
• 3-5 years direct experience managing Netapp Filers, including Setup and configuration of Netapp Filer hardware and networking (Fibre and iSCSI). Operation, Administration, and Support of Netapp including design and implementation of aggregates, qtrees, and LUNs.
• 2-3 years direct experience implementing VMWare, including hardware design and implementation and configuration of ESX 3x. Understanding of VMotion, HA, SAN Virtual Switch, port aggregation, VLAN trunking, and Virtual Center.
• 5+ years of technical experience in server operations, including experience with Windows Server Administration and Active Directory.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast paced environment
• Well organized, proactive, self-motivated, and detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task and handle a heavy workload
• Able to communicate with individuals with varying levels of computer expertise
• Able to communicate through various levels within the organization
• Strong attention to detail with superior customer service skills
• Strong documentation abilities

Responsibilities
• Primary responsibility for NetApp design, system tuning, capacity planning
• Primary responsibility for NetApp daily operations and administration
• Primary responsibility for VMWare architecture design, turning, and capacity planning
• Secondary responsibility for VMWare daily operations, including server builds, template management, and performance monitoring
• Design and plan continued improvements of NetApp and VMWare infrastructure
• Design and maintain detailed process and procedure documentation via Microsoft OneNote
• Identify and add value to our constant improvement initiatives

Location:
Mockingbird and 75, moving to Goerge Bush and 75 next April.

Thanks,

Jamey

Need some Fusion "training"

twgrocks — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:19:36 GMT

I am a business owner in North Dallas and have recently made the switch from PC to Mac. Need someone with Fusion experience to help us work around a few minor issues that we are experiencing. I'm confident that this isn't a "huge" project and could probably be handle before or after normal work hours. Please reply if you're interested/qualified and available. - Thanks

64bit Vista host - WinXPProSP2 Guest - Guest Installation hung

ejhenry — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:50:39 GMT

I am trying a very simple installation of a virtual XPproSP2 on a Vista 64bit box. Nothing fancy, the VMWare Workstation app installed without incident, and launched. I began installing XPPro from CD Rom, on a 20GB partition using 2 Procs (actual pc has Intel i7 Core) and 2GB of RAM. Installation began fine...but it stayed at 39 minutes left for hours and I had to shut the pc down. It kept rolling through the different splash messgaes that appear during the XP installation, but it would never advance any further. Any ideas on this?

VMUG

Greg55 — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 17:00:47 GMT

I am new to the VMUG would like to know when and where the next meeting is. Can anyone help?

DFW Event Nov 20th: Next Gen Data Center - Three Industry Leaders - One Collaborative Architecture

NFoss — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 19:46:18 GMT

The Data Center Architecture of the future brought to you by the collaboration of industry leaders VMware, Cisco Systems, and NetApp!

All Three companies have come together to create a one day seminar that will review the roadmap of Data Center technology and discuss their common vision of the Architecture of the Future. Seminar will include an afternoon technical track and white board cafe with engineering resources from all three. Get the top engineering minds to discuss your data center three on one. Executive luncheon hosted by Morgan Stanley. Q & A Session with economist and management of Cisco, NetApp, and VMware followed by ROI planning.

Thursday, November 20, 2008
9:00 - 3:00PM
Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas
221 E. Las Colinas Blvd. Irving, TX 75039

Register Here: http://www.arrowecs.com/netapp/inx/

Call Neil Foss (469) 549-3916 if you have trouble or would like for more details!

Event sponsored and hosted by:
INX Inc. http://www.inxi.com/

Follow-up Oct VMUG

tgradig — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:46:03 GMT

All,

Just wanted to say thanks for making the DFW VMUG a great success. I also wanted to thank our sponsors (vmSight, Dell, and CompuCom). Without them, we wouldn't have a VMUG. Please contact them directly if you have questions regarding their presentations.

Marl Moeller - 404-227-3854 - Cell - 678-397-0455 -
Work/Fax - Mmoeller@vmsight.com - www.vmsight.com

Gari Brown - 972-740-8327 – Cell - 972-475-3456 - Office - Gari_brown@dell.com - www.dell.com/storage

Paul Stanley - 214-202-3384 - Cell - 972-856-5720 - Office - Paul.stanley@Compucom.com - www.compucom.com

I also wanted to attach the link for Storage VMotion. (Thanks Chris)

http://akutz.googlecode.com/files/SVMotionClientSetup-0.4.4.msi

Remember after it is
installed through the that you will need to enable it from within your VIC client (Plugins > Manage
Plugins... > Installed > Enable SVMotion)

Our next meeting will be in March..Look forward to seeing all of you there.

Tony G.

VMUG Pres.

DFW Event - Cloud Computing: Changing The Game (Chance to win Cowboys Tickets)

tgradig — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 19:46:55 GMT

Event Details
Cloud Computing: Changing The Game
Date: Tuesday, November 18th, 2008
Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm

Venue
Texas
Stadium
2401 East Airport Freeway
Irving, TX
75062

Join us for a morning of technology inside the Dallas Cowboys locker room at Texas
Stadium and learn more about how the Cloud is being used to increase agility
and reduce infrastructure costs by enterprises like yours. Speakers from
Terremark and VMware will showcase cloud computing and its underlying
technologies, discuss how to evaluate clouds and cloud providers, and provide a
live demonstration of Terremark’s Enterprise Cloud.

After the show, we’ll provide a tour of the Stadium, a networking luncheon, and
have a drawing for tickets to the upcoming Cowboys-Giants game. I hope
you can make this invitation-only event – please register at http://www.theenterprisecloud.com/tour/dallas

Park at Gate 1, in front of Adminstrative Office.

DFW - VMUG - October 28th

tgradig — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 19:10:18 GMT

All,

Here is the agenda for the October Meeting.

9:00 - 9:20 - Breakfast - Bagels and Coffee
9:20 - 9:30 - Introductions
9:30 - 10:30 - Mark Moeller - vmSight - VM Monitoring and Reporting
10:45 - 11:45 - Gari Brown - Dell Equallogic - Site Recovery Manager
12:00 - 12:30 - Lunch - Pizza "Big Apple Cafe"
12:30 - 1:30 - Paul Stanley - CompuCom - How Too.....Root Account, ESXTOP, etc
1:45 - Open Session - Problems, Questions, ESX 3.5u1, VC 2.5u1, Cloning Process, 2008, etc
3:00 - Meeting Adjourn

To sign up for the VMUG and be notified of other activities at VMware.
Follow this link: http://www.vmware.com/resources/communities/usergroup/events.html

Thanks
Tony Gradig
VMUG Pres

DFW Area Data Center Launch - Free Stuff! (VMware, Acronis)

justingiardina — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 19:01:26 GMT

Start: Wed 11/5/2008 4:00 PM
End: Wed 11/5/2008 7:30 PM

Featuring:
Demo of iland's Redundant VMware infrastructure featuring Acronis Recovery for Microsoft Exchange
Tours of iland Data Center
Giveaways and prizes!
Great Food & Cocktails/Beverages

Sign up here:

http://www.iland.com/resources/dallas.aspx

VMWare discount Training Vouchers

dmackway — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 16:28:47 GMT

Hello,

There was a listing on ebay from a guy selling a VMWare discount Training Voucher that would knock $1000 off the price of the Install Configure Course. Does anyone know if this is valid and if those type of vouchers are available? I would like to take the authorized training but it is taking me longer to save for the class. Any suggestions.

Anyone heading to VMWorld??

tgradig — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 18:18:30 GMT

I will be heading to VMWorld this year and was wondering if anyone else is planning on joining. Maybe you can share your notes at the next VMUG.

Thanks,
Tony Gradig

VMUG Pres.

Signing up for VMware emails

tgradig — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:36:20 GMT

All,

If you wonder why you don't get all the emails from VMware, you may have acidentially unsubscribed from them. I didn't realize I had my notifications turned off. Here is a website that will help you turn on your notifications so you can get updates from VMware again.

http://campaign.vmware.com/usergroup/Notes/Tips_for_VMUG_Unsubscribes.html

and

http://info.vmware.com/content/subscription

Thanks

Tony G

Problems with 3.5u2....

tgradig — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:55:54 GMT

All,

Ford sent this to me and I thought I would share it.

A new situation with ESX 3.5/ESXi 3.5 Update 2 has come to light that I wanted to make you aware of. A bug in this update causes the product license to expire on August 12 (today). ESX will continue to run VMs when the license is expired, but new VM startups will not be allowed, nor will operations such as VMotion.
The kb article is 1006716 at http://kb.vmware.com/.

VMware has pulled u2 from the web site. A new u2 patch will be posted shortly. Until then, the work-around is to back-date the ESX host to yesterday until the patch can be applied.

When is the next meeting in Dallas?

prabhinder — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 21:00:29 GMT

I recently joined the users group. Can someone provide me the date for upcoming meeting? Thx

Dallas-based opportunity for worldwide server consolidation design expert

RetainedRecruiter — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:50:26 GMT

I am a Principal with a Dallas-based retained search firm, R. Gaines Baty Associates. We have been retained by the world leader in online travel related services to find a talented Director level individual contributor who can define and implement a strategy for merging/consolidating their complex network of 1000's of domestic and international servers supporting a real-time services environment. The person we seek will be conversant in ITIL, will have proven international distributed systems design or architecture experience and will be promotable to VP following completion of this initial 12-18 month assignment. If there is someone that you know and respect with such a background that you think may have potential interest in this exciting and challenging opportunity, I would appreciate referrals or direct contact at tdillon@rgba.com.

JOB OPENING --- Linux Administrator - VMWare, RedHat, SAN, Java App / JBOSS / Web Servers (Irving, TX)

bhawk — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:08:34 GMT

As a Enterprise Linux Administrator for this Wireless Telecommunications company, you will be responsible for building and supporting the server infrastructure for the next generation systems being built to deliver GPS and Mobile Navigation Services to our customers. Duties will include working closely with R&D and IT Development groups to understand requirements, then design, size, build and deploy several hundred RedHat (RHEL) Linux Servers for Development, Test and Production environments. Successful candidate will have a BSCS, 4+ years of experience in system administration and be skilled with Linux, RedHat Enterprise (RHEL), VMWare ESX, SAN, Apache, Java Application Servers, Web Servers, JBOSS Servers, Firewalls, Security, MySQL, Perl, PHP, Development and Production Environments, Networking, Network Management, HTML, XML, and Database apps. Must have supported Linux in an enterprise environment. Any experience with AIX administration is a plus (will provide secondary support as an AIX administrator).

Send resume to: resume@recruitnet-inc.com

DFW VMUG Reschedule from Aug. 20th to Nov. 4th.

tgradig — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:12:49 GMT

All,

Due to the timing of the Dallas Symposia (August 7th) and VMWorld (September), I have been asked to reschedule the VMUG. So, I have rescheduled the DFW VMUG to Nov. 4th. This will give us a couple more things to talk about. Dare I say the next release??

If you have not signed for the Dallas Virtualization Forum on August 7th follow this link:
http://info.vmware.com/content/VirtualizationForum_WW?src=WWW_08Q2_VMW_OTHER_VIFORUM_PROMO&ossrc=WWW_08Q2_VMW_OTHER_VIFORUM_PROMO

Here is the agenda for the August Meeting.

9:00 - 9:20 - Breakfast - Bagels and Coffee
9:20 - 9:30 - Introductions
9:30 - 10:30 - Mark Moeller - vmSight - VM Monitoring and Reporting
10:45 - 11:45 - Gari Brown - Dell Equallogic - Site Recovery Manager
12:00 - 12:30 - Lunch - Pizza "Big Apple Cafe"
12:30 - 1:30 - Paul Stanley - CompuCom - How Too.....Root Account, ESXTOP, etc
1:45 - Open Session - Problems, Questions, ESX 3.5u1, VC 2.5u1, Cloning Process, 2008, etc
3:00 - Meeting Adjourn

To sign up for the VMUG and be notified of other activities at VMware.
Follow this link: http://www.vmware.com/resources/communities/usergroup/events.html

Thanks
Tony Gradig
VMUG Pres

DFW VMUG - Aug. 20th

tgradig — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:55:20 GMT

All,

The next VMUG will be held Aug. 20th. This is later than expected, but the classroom that we hold our meetings in was booked until then. I will post all the details in the next week, but just wanted to give you a heads up.

To sign up for the VMUG and be notified of other activities at VMware. Follow this link: http://www.vmware.com/resources/communities/usergroup/events.html

Thanks,

Tony Gradig

VMUG Pres.

Next DFW VMUG - July

tgradig — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:15:27 GMT

All,

The next VMUG will be held in July. I am getting the classroom squared away again. Once it is set, I will post it on the website. Stay tuned. Make sure you sign up on VMware's site, so you get notifications about the VMUG and other activities going on.

Thanks,

Tony Gradig

VMUG Leader

Dallas Area VMWare User Group Meeting

fphillips1966 — Fri, 16 May 2008 05:24:01 GMT

I noticed there hasn't been much traffic on this user group community. I would like to become a member of the DFW VMUG as I would also like some of my staff as well. What about holding the meetings in Arlington? That is half way between Dallas and Forth Worth. I can see if I can get permission use our meeting facility at the Rangers ballpark. Just a thought....

Follow-up on March 26th VMUG

tgradig — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 14:40:53 GMT

All,

I think we had a great VMUG. I hope the discussions at the end were informative to you. Let keep it going. The next VMUG will be late June or mid July.

Again, I would like to thank our sponsors for the Food and Drinks. If have any questions, or need a upclose demo, please give them a call and they will be glad to setup a time.

Tony Gradig
DFW - VMUG President

Brandon Hunter - Emulex
817-564-5455 - Cell
817-346-0124 Work/Fax
Brandon.Hunter@Emulex.com
www.emulex.com

Kyle Green - Data Domain
972-768-4896
Kgreen@datadomain.com
www.datadomain.com

Rick Carlson - Vizioncore
866-260-2483 x:214
281-989-5006 - Cell
Rcarlson@Vizioncore.com
www.vizioncore.com

Dallas area VMUG - meeting location

bfogoros — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:52:40 GMT

Tony, since you brought it up at the meeting...let me say that the THR location has been perfect, and THR have been wonderful hosts. My vote is for the location to remain the same for every meeting. The convenience of having some meetings in my backyard (Fort Worth), will not make up for the inconvenience of having to go into Dallas on a weekday morning. No offense to Dallas commuters

Video clips to DVD using VMware Fusion

Sallie — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:53:49 GMT

Does anyone know the process for editing video clips to making a DVD using VMware Fusion? I really need help on the subject.

Dallas area VMUG - March 26th

tgradig — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:22:18 GMT

All,

The next VMUG will be March 26th. You should be able to sign up in the next 3 to 4 days

Agenda
8:45 - Doors Open
9:00 - Introductions
9:15 - Kyle Green - DataDomain
10:30 - Lorraine Marquis - Virtugo
11:45 - Lunch
12:15 - Brandon Hunter - Emulex
1:30 - Open Session - ESX 3.5 and VC 2.5, VDI, Q&A - This is an open forum, please have your questions ready for the group.

Thanks,

Tony Gradig - VMUG President

Next Meeting in Dallas

BonWier — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 16:23:57 GMT

Greetings - When is the next meeting in Dallas?

3.5 Upgrade

uber_ms — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 16:17:16 GMT

I completed the 3.5 upgrade yesterday. Anyone else taken the plunge?

VCP Cert

uber_ms — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 16:13:51 GMT

I passed my VCP Exam yesterday...

WooHoo!

Dallas Area VMware User Group meeting - November 7th, 2006

tgradig — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 15:56:22 GMT

All,

The next VMUG will be held on Nov. 7th at Texas Health Resources. Sign in at 8:45am. Seating is limited, so please sign up early.

Texas Health Resources

611 Ryan Plaza Drive Ste 700

Arlington, Texas 76011

New to VMware

uber_ms — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 16:33:57 GMT

We are starting a project to implement VMware VI 3. Any tips for getting started?

Microsoft Licensing and Support Document

tgradig — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:39:06 GMT

All,

At the last DFW VMUG, Tim was talking about Licensing and Suppoort from Microsoft. Attached is a document that all of you might be interested in.

Thanks,

Tony Gradig

DFW VMUG President.

Event information?

rickstromberg — Wed, 09 May 2007 05:53:01 GMT

Is there a website somewhere that lists the dates and agenda of upcoming meetings?

Thanks.

RS

VMWare Engineer Position

DKWMWare — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 20:02:49 GMT

VMWare Engineer
DIRECT HIRE
Irving, TX 75039
75-85K

JOB SUMMARY (brief summary of why the position exists)

Administrative Services is responsible for the proactive management and administration of Data Returns shared network infrastructure and services. This responsibility includes capacity & performance; configuration, change and release management; problem management and administration across these systems and services.

Administrative Services is composed of five specialized teams: Database Services, Monitoring Services, Platform Services, Network Services and Security Services.

The Administrative Services team provides service from 9am to 6pm, US Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday, exclusive of holidays. After hours emergency support is provided by on call staff, 365 days a year.

Platform Services mission is to provide proactive life-cycle management of Data Returns supported core technologies including: server and network hardware platforms; operating systems; and applications. Proactive life-cycle management includes:
Monitoring for firmware updates, bug-fixes and security patches
Impact analysis of newly-released updates
Auditing of Data Returns managed environments for applicability of updates
Packaging of updates
Updating Data Returns automated deployment systems with updates

Platform Services provides configuration management services including:
Development, administration and maintenance of Data Returns utility-computing platform
Development and administration of Data Returns Automated Deployment Systems
Development and administration of Data Returns Patch Deployment Systems
Development and administration of Data Returns Platform Audit Systems
Development, documentation and maintenance of Data Returns Configuration Management Systems Standards, Policies, Processes and Procedures

Platform Services provides proactive capacity and performance management and administration of Data Returns shared and ITO customers backup and storage systems.

Sr. Systems Engineer Utility Computing
As a Sr. Systems Engineer, your objective is to deliver world-class engineering, development, administration, support and ongoing maintenance of Data Returns utility-computing platform. You are responsible for the evaluation, implementation, development, optimization, ongoing maintenance and administration for this platform, associated management tools and related business processes & procedures. Responsibilities also include Problem Management, Capacity & Performance Management, Configuration, Change and Release Management on the production Utility Computing Platform.

You are expected to stay current and proficient on emerging technologies through self-study and internal training, and meet all internal certification standards for skill sets identified within the realm of responsibility.

As a member of a 24x7 support team, this position must be available for after-hours critical escalations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE (describes minimum levels of formal education, training, and applicable experience required to perform the role.)

Technical Skills & Experience
2+ years of experience with VMWare ESX or GSX virtualization operating system.
5+ years experience with Windows Server 2000, 2003 (all versions) and Windows Server applications.
2+ years experience with Sun Solaris, Red Hat Linux and other Linux derivatives.
5+ years experience working with enterprise server platforms; preferably HP Proliant and Sun.
3+ years experience with enterprise storage solutions; HP EVA, HP mid-range & workgroup storage, EMC
2+ years experience with enterprise-class backup solutions.
Strong working knowledge of Internet networking technologies and principals including TCP/IP and DNS.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft platforms and technologies including: IIS and SQL Server.
Practical or educational background in development principles
Proven ability to absorb, master and leverage emerging technologies.

Soft Skills & Experience
Demonstrates commitment to providing customer-focused quality service.
Excellent service-driven customer-focused skills.
Proven ability to work in both a team environment and independently.
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communications skills.
Exceptional troubleshooting and problem solving abilities.
Proven ability to absorb, master and leverage emerging technologies.
Superior project planning and management skills.
Talent for creatively utilizing technology, people and processes to solve unique business problems in a cost-effective manner.
Strong time and attention management skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Technical diagramming (Visio) and documentation capabilities

Academic Credentials
Bachelors degree, military background or equivalent experience.

Industry Certifications
VMWare Certified Professional (VCP)
Microsoft Certified Professional in one or more areas of specialization preferably in Windows Server platform or related Internet technologies.
MCSE preferred. Equivalent industry experience will be considered.

KEY PERFORMANCE ELEMENTS & METRICS (describes the essential functions for which the position has ongoing accountability, the expected results, and the related metrics)

Role: Availability Management % Time: 10
Define and recommend monitoring standards for fault-detection and availability of utility computing platforms.
Compile monthly availability reports of utility computing platforms.
Complete ongoing analysis of availability-impacting events and lead efforts for continual availability improvement.

Role: Capacity Management % Time: 20
Define and recommend monitoring standards for capacity & performance trending for utility computing platforms.
Monitor sales pipeline for new utility computing opportunities and update Capacity Forecast Reports.
Complete ongoing analysis of Capacity Forecast Reports and submit orders for additional infrastructure as needed.
Oversee the implementation of new infrastructure in support of growing capacity needs.

Role: Release Management % Time: 10
Monitor primary technology providers for newly-released firmware updates; evaluate updates as they apply to our installation base (required, recommended, optional or prohibited); develop, test & document standard operating procedures for deployment; work with build developers to roll updates into automated builds; and oversee rollout to production.
Identify systems and components to be patched or upgraded and submit request for changes to Change Management.
Coordinate production rollout and upgrades for assigned applications and services.
Plan system upgrades by conferring with vendors and services; developing, testing, evaluating, and installing enhancements and new software.

Role: Change Management % Time: 20
Actively participate as Change Management liaison for department and adhere to all Change Management policies, process & procedures.
Attend Change Advisory Board meetings to present submitted changes to committee for approval.
Serve as escalation point for failed changes within the environment.
Execute approved changes as needed.

Role: Configuration Management % Time: 20
Maintain documented configuration standards, processes and procedures for the environment.
Complete configuration audits on new deployments to ensure consistency with established standards.
Complete periodic configuration audits on existing systems to ensure continued compliance with established standards.

Role: Security Management % Time: 5
Document and maintain security access controls to the environment.
Complete periodic security reviews to ensure security access adheres to established standards.

Role: General % Time: 10
Develop, document and maintain policies, processes and procedures for assigned applications and services.
Effectively plan and actively participate in meetings related to your areas of responsibility.
Maintain proficiency and certification on existing and emerging technologies and skill-sets through self-study, industry publications, company-provided training and vendor-provided training.
Manage assigned projects, milestones and risks within expected timeframes and budgets. Provide weekly updates on project status, emerging issues and risks to manager.

Role: Service Continuity Management % Time: 5
Develop and maintain RTS documentation for assigned applications and services.
Develop, implement and maintain disaster recovery strategies for assigned critical applications and services.

Metrics
Infinistructure Platform Availability > 99.99%
Infinistructure Available Capacity > 30 Day Needs Forecast

Interested? Send resume and salary requirements to diana.king@datareturn.com

April Event

Crue — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 17:30:50 GMT

I just read the April agenda.
This should be yet another great session!!

Is there any interest in getting presenters that can give technical briefs on P2V? (I'd love to see something along that area)

DFW Events for the Future?

curtboy — Thu, 08 Jun 2006 16:25:02 GMT

I am new to the area coming from one of the Biggest VMUGs in the US. Is there not many companies in the DFW area using VMware? The local user groups are usually a wealth of information for people of all skill levels in VMware and virtualization. Hate to see the wealth of knowledge I know is in Dallas and Fort Worth to go to waste.

Provision Networks, Virtual Access Suite for VDI

BrianTN — Mon, 11 Dec 2006 18:05:12 GMT

My company, Provision Networks, would be interested in giving a technical presentation of VDI, and how our broker and last mile features complete this offering from VMware. My organization was founded to solve the problems associated with traditional Microsoft Terminal Server solutions and we have now ported our solution over to the XP desktop. Please let me know who I can contact to arrange a time that would be convenient for your group. I can be reached at bnelson@provisionnetworks.com.

Dallas Area VMware User Group meeting - October 18, 2006

jeanw — Fri, 15 Sep 2006 03:11:10 GMT

Join us for the upcoming Dallas Area VMware User Group meeting

Date: October 18, 2006
Time: 10:00am - 1:30pm

Location: Texas Health Resources
611 N. Ryan Plaza Dr.
12th Floor Conference Room 4
Arlington, TX 76011

Note: please park in the East parking lot and sign in at the security desk

To register: http: www.vmware.com/vmug

Agenda:
Brief Introductions
Intel presentation over the new Woodcrest processors
ESX and iSCSI discussion from Todd Barton
Demonstration on Consolidated Backups, HA, and DRS
Open Discussion about Virtualization in General

Who's heading to VMworld?

Sgt Beavis — Sat, 28 Oct 2006 19:45:00 GMT

My boss signed off on my heading to VMworld next month. I was shocked. They're paying for everything

Anyone else heading there? I'm mainly looking forward to the classes on capacity planning and the DIY billing system.

Welcome!!

tatung70 — Thu, 26 Aug 2004 14:36:45 GMT

Just wanted to extend a welcome to the Dallas/Ft. Worth VMware User Group forum. We also have a web site at http://www.dfwvmug.com.

Just wanted you to know that we have next meeting at the following location;

Oxy Building (large 24 story building)
NW corner of the tollway and 635.
5005 LBJ Freeway
Dallas, TX 75244

Park in either the north or south parking lot. If you use the parking garage, see me after the meeting for Oxy money to get out of the garage.

Our agenda for the next meeting is as follows:

10:00am - 10:30am Meet and Greet - VMUG Q & A
10:30am - 11:30am Install ESX 2.1.1 - Debate best practices, etc.
Also if someone would like to hold a mini break out to
do the same with GSX, that will be done at the same
time.
11:30am - 12:00pm Lunch - General Q & A - MS Licensing Discussion -
The real deal direct from Microsoft.
12:00pm - 12:45pm - P2V Best Practices.
12:45pm - 1:00pm - Giveaways, etc.

June VMUG Meeting

tatung70 — Tue, 26 Apr 2005 15:57:35 GMT

The next Dallas/Ft. Worth VMware User group meeting is set for June 16th, 2005 at 10am to 1pm.

Sam eplace as always, the HP office on the Tollway, near the Legacy exit.

Michael Williams