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With recent disruption in the virtualization market, more customers are switching to the Nutanix AHV hypervisor due to its benefits that simplify management, enable seamless scalability and enhance efficiency. AHV provides robust built-in high-availability (HA) capabilities for VMs. However, extending HA to the application layer can be challenging for enterprises running business-critical applications across complex environments with mixed workloads, multiple datacenters and different operating systems.SIOS can help whether you’re new to Nutanix AHV or an existing Nutanix customer considering options for bringing true HA capabilities to the application level. In this blog, we review how SIOS LifeKeeper® and DataKeeper® work to extend the benefits of AHV for HA and enable more resilient applications.Built-In HA for Nutanix AHV HypervisorThe Nutanix AOS architecture integrates automated HA for VMs to protect availability in the event of an application failure. If a failure occurs, VMs ar

We’re excited to announce the availability of our new Nutanix Kubernetes Platform Administration (NKPA) course and free beta certification exam opportunity for the new corresponding certification, Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Native (NCP-CN).  New TrainingNutanix Kubernetes Platform Administration (NKPA)This course teaches you how to deploy, configure, and manage the Nutanix Kubernetes Platform (NKP), a fully turnkey solution built on pure upstream Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) conformant Kubernetes.Delivery Format24-hour self-paced online (free) Instructor-led coming soon👉 Learn more and enrollNew Beta Certification Exam[The NCP-CN beta exam has reached capacity and is now closed.]The new Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Native (NCP-CN) beta certification exam will measure your ability to deploy, configure, optimize, troubleshoot, and perform administrative tasks on a NKP cluster. Register now for the first available dates starting January 28, 2025. As a be

 As we near the end of 2024, it’s time to take a look back at the Nutanix University certification community milestones and congratulate all of the Nutanix Certified Professionals that joined the community this year.  There are now over 130 countries worldwide with a Nutanix Certified Professional. Check out the graphic below to view the map and find out the perks to becoming certified.    Comment below to let us know which country you represent! Congratulations again to everyone who achieved a Nutanix certification this year and best of luck to those in pursuit of it in 2024! Visit our website to find out more about getting certified. This article was written by Karlie Beil, Sr. Customer Marketing Specialist.  ©️️️️️ 2024 Nutanix, Inc.  All rights reserved. Nutanix, the Nutanix logo and all Nutanix product, feature and service names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nutanix, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are

We’ve updated our popular associate and professional-level training to cover Nutanix AOS 6.10 and we have new dates for our expert-level in-person training so you can update your skills no matter where you are on your hybrid multicloud journey!  Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF) NHCF is designed for those who are new to Nutanix and want a feature-focused introduction to AOS storage, our scale-out storage technology, and Prism, our multicloud management interface.  During this course, you’ll dive into Nutanix centralized management capabilities, with an emphasis on quickly getting hands-on with the Nutanix platform. This introductory course starts by discussing key Nutanix products and cluster-related concepts.Delivery format: 2-day instructor-led  Virtual or in-person Comes with a free Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) exam voucher 10-hour self-paced online (free)Learn more & enroll Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA) If you already have experience administering a Nutani

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed in December! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-to videos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page. December Video Rewind       Put your Nutanix skills to the test with our weekly Exam Prep Challenges on Youtube! Visit our Youtube Community to participate.  This article was written by Karlie Beil, Sr. Customer Marketing Specialist.  ©️️️️️ 2025 Nutanix, Inc.  All rights reserved. Nutanix, the Nutanix logo and all Nutanix product, feature and service names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nutanix, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective holder(s). This post may contain links to external websites that are not part of Nutanix.com. Nutanix does not control these sites and disclaims all responsibilit

Hey Nutanix Community!We’re always looking to improve, and your feedback helps us do just that. If you're using Nutanix Files Storage, Objects Storage, and/or Data Lens, we want to hear from you!Take just 5 minutes to share your thoughts by filling out our short survey. As a thank you, you might score a $25 gift card!Your insights are invaluable — they help shape product enhancements and ensure we’re meeting your storage needs. Plus, who doesn’t love a quick win for their time?Take the SurveyWe appreciate your time and can’t wait to hear what you think.Thank you for being part of the Nutanix community!

Don’t miss out on the hybrid mulitcloud conference of the year and take advantage of discounted training and free certification exams. Keep reading to find out more.  Join thousands of fellow Nutanix customers and tech enthusiasts at .NEXT 2025 happening in Washington, D.C. on May 7-9, 2025. Dive into the latest innovations on enterprise AI, and gain expert insights on streamlining your infrastructure and app management across clouds. Plus, if you’re ready to take your skills to the next level, we have you covered with exclusive training and free certification exams.  Here’s what you can look forward to: Day One: Discounted NCP-MCI Exam Prep TrainingMaximize your chances of earning our popular, top-paying NCP-MCI certification with this expert-led exam prep class for only $100. This class is designed around the exam blueprint guide and provides a set of practice questions that cover the NCP-MCI exam objectives. You will also have the opportunity to take a complimentary, live NCP-MCI ex

 As we say goodbye to 2024, we’re taking a moment to spotlight the top 10 how-to videos from our Youtube channel. Check them out below and catch up on any favorites you may have missed! Make sure to subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on the latest videos.            This article was written by Karlie Beil, Sr. Customer Marketing Specialist.  ©️️️️️ 2024 Nutanix, Inc.  All rights reserved. Nutanix, the Nutanix logo and all Nutanix product, feature and service names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nutanix, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective holder(s). This post may contain links to external websites that are not part of Nutanix.com. Nutanix does not control these sites and disclaims all responsibility for the content or accuracy of any external site. Our decision to link to an external site should not be considered an endor

As we approach the end of 2024, we are thrilled to take a moment to recognize the outstanding achievements of our Authorized Training Partners (ATPs). We are proud to recognize the following ATPs for Highest Quality and Top Performance this past year.These partners are being recognized for their leadership and performance in delivering quality Nutanix training to customers and partners around the globe. Top PerformingAdistec - AMERRed Education - APJTD Synnex - EMEA Highest QualityAdistec - AMERRed Education - APJTIM - EMEA "Nutanix Education has built out its training partner eco-system over the past decade based on a ‘Greater Together' model. We congratulate our valued training partners, Adistec, Red Education, TD Synnex, and TIM for their invaluable and continued collaboration. Their commitment to our training delivery program allows us all to achieve impactful results. We greatly appreciate their partnership and look forward to continued success together."  Cees Eijk, Sr. Director

We are overjoyed to unveil the Nutanix Technology Champions (NTC) for 2025! This exceptional group of individuals represents the very best of the Nutanix community—passionate experts who have gone above and beyond to share knowledge, inspire innovation, and drive success in the world of enterprise cloud computing. As we look to the year ahead, these champions will lead the way, shaping the future of technology and empowering others to achieve their goals.The Nutanix Technology Champions program is more than just a recognition; it’s a movement. It’s a celebration of thought leaders, innovators, and community advocates who are deeply committed to advancing technology and sharing their expertise. Each year, we search for the brightest minds and the most passionate voices to join this prestigious group, and the 2025 cohort has set a new standard of excellence.If you are a Nutanix partner, we encourage you to apply for our Partner Elite Program—a dedicated NTC program tailored for partners.

We need you! The Hybrid Multicloud Conference of the Year is coming up, and it wouldn’t be the same without your expertise. Here’s your chance to pass it along to those who could benefit most from it. Have you experienced a technical or strategy challenge during Hybrid Multicloud adoption? Have you run into growing pains, migration factors, or internal resistance from your team or others? Bring it! Tell us:The problem in specific detail How you solved it, step by step Key recommendations for others in a similar positionIf you’re selected as a presenter, you’ll receive two nights of hotel accommodations along with an event-wide pass. Plus, we’ll throw in professional help with wordsmithing, PowerPoint, and even speaking skills.Even better, you’ll get the satisfaction that comes with helping a global Hybrid Multicloud audience solve or prevent a potential roadblock. That’s a feeling you can’t buy—and a pretty good reputation booster too.Whether you’re a customer, partner, or thought lead

Our popular NCA and NCP-MCI v6.10 certifications are now live! Keep reading to learn more and find out how you can take either exam for free.We’re excited to announce the availability of version 6.10 for our popular Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) and Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) certifications!  NCA Certification OverviewAre you new to Nutanix? Then this certification is for you! The NCA certification exam validates your skills and abilities to navigate the Prism UI, extract information from it, and use the UI to perform basic operational tasks. Successful candidates have approximately 6-12 months of holistic IT infrastructure experience as well as 3-6 months of Nutanix virtualization experience.To prepare for the exam, we recommend you complete the online Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF) course by enrolling in the NCA 6.10 Learning Plan. This course explores the features that Prism Central offers for centralized infrastructure monitor

This blog was authored by Nitish Tiwari, Product Management - Palo Alto Networks and Saptarshi Biswas, Director Nutanix Ready - NutanixPalo Alto Networks PAN-OS SD-WAN with Nutanix AHVDigital transformation can drive sweeping benefits for cost-savings, scalability and ease of management while helping organizations achieve unprecedented agility to adapt to rapidly evolving market needs.But the push to realize these benefits can lead to overly complex wide area network (WAN) architectures that risk security gaps, cause latency that hampers the user experience, and ultimately compromise the very agility promised by the cloud.Organizations need a smarter approach to network management that can be tailored to the multifaceted requirements of diverse virtualization and branch office applications. This blog explores how Nutanix works with Palo Alto Networks Panorama® Software-Defined WAN (PAN-OS® SD-WAN) to provide a solution.The existing Nutanix integrations with Palo Alto Networks already h

Don't miss the action happening at a Nutanix User Group (NUG)!  Nutanix User Groups began in 2016 to bring together passionate IT professionals and cloud builders to engage in meaningful conversations and build friendships in their community. NUG chapters are all over the world and each chapter is led by one of our very own valued customers.Check out Nutanix User Group meetings happening over the next two months and RSVP to join technical discussions, network with your community, and more! DecemberTampa NUG Wednesday, December 4, 2:30 – 5:30pm Columbus NUG Thursday, December 5, 11:00 – 1:30pm Ireland NUG Tuesday, December 10 2:00 – 5:30pm Global NUG Webinar: Running Kubernetes in Production with NKP Tuesday, December 10, 10:00 – 11:00am Did you miss the webinar? Watch the recording to catch up on the insights that were shared. JanuaryWisconsin NUG Thursday, January 9, 3:00 – 5:30pm RSVPItaly NUG Martedì 14 gennaio 2025, 5:45 – 9:30pm RSVPMonterrey NUG Wednesday, January 22 6:30 – 10:00

This post was authored by Adolfo Morales, Alliances Manager - Eaton, Aditya Kammula, Alliance Program Manager - Nutanix and Joshua Divine, Freelance Writer and Content StrategistHow Eaton Helps Nutanix Customers Enhance and Automate Power ResiliencePower management is a fundamental concern for any IT system: downtime for critical systems means costly and disruptive risks to the business. While enterprises can leverage battery-based backup systems to mitigate these risks, a battery-based solution can only last for so long, and data loss remains a possibility.A comprehensive power management and disaster recovery (DR) strategy needs to not only optimize backup runtime as much as possible but also plan for additional steps such as migrating virtual machines (VMs). In this context, maintaining an effective power management strategy can become a time-consuming challenge—particularly when overseeing multiple locations reliant on custom DR scripts that require continuous updates.Eaton Corpora

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed in November! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-to videos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page. November Video Rewind     Put your Nutanix skills to the test with our weekly Exam Prep Challenges on Youtube! Visit our Youtube Community to participate.  This article was written by Karlie Beil, Sr. Customer Marketing Specialist.  ©️️️️️ 2024 Nutanix, Inc.  All rights reserved. Nutanix, the Nutanix logo and all Nutanix product, feature and service names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nutanix, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective holder(s). This post may contain links to external websites that are not part of Nutanix.com. Nutanix does not control these sites and disclaims all responsibility

Are you pursuing the NCP-CI certification? Keep reading to find out 5 steps that will help you prepare.  Nutanix certifications are a great way to prove your knowledge, position yourself for advancement, and stand out in a competitive job market. Our Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Integration (NCP-CI) certification measures your ability to successfully plan, deploy, configure, and manage NC2 within an Azure or AWS public cloud environment. The Nutanix Cloud Integration track includes two exams that both earn you the same NCP-CI 6 certification. You can choose the exam based on the public cloud environment (AWS or Azure) you are most familiar with. You should not take both exams since the content will be very similar. In this blog, we’ll focus on 5 steps you can take to prepare for each exam to help ensure your success.Complete the Related Training:  The Nutanix Cloud Clusters on AWS Administration (NC2A-AWS) course explores how to deploy, manage, and connect a cloud cluster to

We’re thrilled to announce the release of Nutanix Community Edition (CE) 2.1! This latest version is packed with exciting features and improvements that bring the capabilities of Nutanix’s powerful infrastructure right to your home or work lab.What's New in Nutanix CE 2.1?With CE 2.1, you gain access to the latest innovations from several AOS releases, including AOS 6.6, 6.7, 6.8, and the most recent 6.8.1 maintenance release. These updates ensure that your lab environment is equipped with the same advanced technology that powers some of the largest data centers in the world.Key highlights include:Improved Installer: Deployment is now even easier with updates to the installer, making it smoother and quicker to get started. Performance Boosts: If you're upgrading from a previous version, you’ll notice a significant performance improvement, especially when running demanding workloads like databases. With optimized architecture features such as AES, Blockstore, and SPDK, operations in you

Becoming “Nutanix Ready” strengthens HP’s ability to deliver the best virtual desktop experiences to end users with robust, reliable, and verified solutions that work seamlessly with Nutanix’s hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI).We’re excited to announce that HP Anyware’s virtual desktop and remote workstation technology has been officially validated as Nutanix Ready AHV. This validation confirms HP Anyware has been tested and validated to run smoothly on the Nutanix Acropolis Hypervisor (or Nutanix AHV), giving customers confidence that they're choosing a solution they can rely on to meet their business needs.Nutanix Ready Digital Workspaces for the Modern WorkforceNutanix is a global leader in cloud software, offering organizations a single platform for running applications and managing data anywhere. Nutanix AHV is their built-in hypervisor—a modern and secure virtualization platform that powers virtual machines and containers for applications and cloud-native workloads on-premises

Today's episode features a replay of The AI-Ready Platform: How Nutanix Simplifies Enterprise AI event, hosted by theCUBE, where we break down the complexities of enterprise AI and explore its transformative potential. Hosted by Dave Vellante, You'll hear about Nutanix’s new Enterprise AI solution, designed to simplify deployments, enhance security, and offer unprecedented flexibility. This episode is packed with actionable strategies and forward-looking innovations. ResourcesWatch the announcement - https://www.nutanix.com/enterprise-ai?icid=639EH3KP0TDXE Test Drive - Deploy a GenAI Chat App with Nutanix Enterprise AIIf you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me on X (formerly known as Twitter) and if you haven't already done so, make sure you are subscribed to the show wherever you consume podcasts.Subscribe to the podcast using iTunes or Spotify

Today, get ready for an exciting deep dive into the fast-paced world of AI as @dlink7 sits down with @mikebarmonde Nutanix's Product Marketing Manager for AI Network and Security. We’re covering it all—from the latest developments in Nutanix's 'GPT-in-a-Box' solution to essential insights for enterprises stepping into AI. Whether you're interested in data sensitivity, exploring advanced AI deployment strategies, or simply curious about how Nutanix is shaping a more accessible and secure future for AI, this episode has you covered. Plus, we’re sharing something brand-new: Nutanix Enterprise AI.ResourcesWatch the announcement - https://www.nutanix.com/enterprise-ai?icid=639EH3KP0TDXE Test Drive - Deploy a GenAI Chat App with Nutanix Enterprise AIIf you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me on X (formerly known as Twitter) and if you haven't already done so, make sure you are subscribed to the show wherever you consume podcasts.Subscribe to the podcast using iTunes or Spotify

The applications for the 2025 Nutanix Technology Champion (NTC) are open. Please note that we are accepting submissions until November 1, 2024, at midnight PST. We expect to announce the new group in December 2024. This program recognizes Nutanix hybrid multicloud experts for their ongoing and consistent external contributions to the community and industry. Our Nutanix Technology Champions are our advocates and technology ambassadors, influencing change with practical guidance and bold ideas. The NTC program presents unique opportunities for individuals to enhance their knowledge, expand their brand, and contribute to shaping the future of hybrid multicloud. Members of the program get the following benefits: Early access briefings about Nutanix products and announcements.  Private beta testing and insight into product development are available.  Participation in exclusive meetings with the engineering teams.  Access to discussions with internal teams on the Nutanix NTC Slack channel. 

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed in October! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-to videos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page. October Video Rewind  3-Part Series on Fine Grained RBAC Features Introduced in PC 2024.1   2-part series on Flow Virtual Networking on AWS   Put your Nutanix skills to the test with our weekly Exam Prep Challenges on Youtube! Visit our Youtube Community to participate.  This article was written by Karlie Beil, Sr. Customer Marketing Specialist.  ©️️️️️ 2024 Nutanix, Inc.  All rights reserved. Nutanix, the Nutanix logo and all Nutanix product, feature and service names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nutanix, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective holder(s). This post may contain links to externa

Welcome to our weekly rendezvous with the latest and greatest in the tech universe! I'm excited to bring you a curated roundup of the top community posts from the past week. In our quest to keep you on the cutting edge, we sift through the digital expanse to unearth the most intriguing and innovative discussions. Whether it's groundbreaking discoveries, insightful analyses, or spirited debates, our midweek tech digest ensures you stay plugged into the pulse of the ever-evolving tech community. If you have a blog and write about Nutanix, let me know and I can include your post in our weekly roundup 👍So, without further ado, let's explore the must-read posts that stirred the virtual waters in the past week.NTC Tech-Connect 2024 Day-1 Nutanix NTC Tech Summit Recap My Two Days at Nutanix HQ: NTC Tech Connect Nutanix Tech Summit – Recap Nutanix Technology Champion – Tech Connect Summit 2024 NTC Tech Connect at Nutanix HQ (day 1) Nutanix Technology Champion – Tech Connect Summit 2024 (Day 1

🎉 Announcing the Top NTC Bloggers for 2024! 🎉I am thrilled to announce the top bloggers from our Nutanix Technology Champions (NTC) community for 2024! These exceptional NTCs have demonstrated their passion and dedication through insightful, valuable content that has made a significant impact on the community.Our algorithm considered blog length, quality, consistency and overall impact.After a 10-month contest running from January 1 to October 1, 2024, I'm excited to recognize the top three bloggers who stood out with their knowledge sharing and community contributions:🏆 1st Place: @Exe (https://juliendumur.fr)Julien has consistently delivered in-depth, engaging posts that explore the latest innovations and trends in the Nutanix ecosystem. His thought leadership and unique perspectives have set the standard this year.🥈 2nd Place: @go.watanabe03-72705 (https://blog.ntnx.jp)Go has impressed us with his clear, concise posts that break down complex technical concepts into actionable in