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Every week, we dive into the latest and greatest conversations, technical deep dives, and community-driven discoveries to keep you ahead of the curve. Whether you're looking for expert analysis, troubleshooting tips, or innovative approaches to cloud and infrastructure, this roundup is your shortcut to staying informed.This week’s lineup is packed with valuable reads—from X-Play automation strategies to upgrade insights, LCM best practices, cross-cluster migrations, and more. If you want to sharpen your skills, solve challenges faster, or simply see what the community is buzzing about, you won’t want to miss these!Let’s jump in—here are the must-read posts from this past week:Prism Central Alerts - Part II X-Play Playbook ​@trb48  AOS 6.10.1 - Post Upgrade Thoughts ​@trb48  Self-Service The Sys Admin’s best friend – Nutanix Self-Service (calm) ​@Avico  Nutanix LCM Direct Upload ​@trb48  Nutanix (On-Demand) Cross Cluster Live Migration ​@trb48  Backing up your Nutanix cluster with HYCU

In the debut episode of Nutanix CXO Pulse, Daryush Ashjari, APJ CTO and VP of Solution Engineering at Nutanix, answers some of the most pressing questions from CIOs and IT leaders about Enterprise AI.From incorporating AI into existing IT infrastructures to balancing security and compliance, Daryush provides practical insights for navigating the complex AI landscape. He also highlights the real costs of AI failure and shares strategies to measure and maximize AI’s value.Tune in for an insightful discussion as Daryush answers the top concerns every IT leader should consider when adopting AI in today’s fast-evolving enterprise business environments.ResourcesNutanix CXO Focus Check out the C-Suite Guide to Harnessing the Power of Generative 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

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. So, without further ado, let's explore the must-read posts that stirred the virtual waters in the past week.Nutanix Life Cycle Manager LCM - Pro-Tips  via ​@trb48  Nodes, Blocks, and Clusters  Nutanix ~ 不自量力 の ​@WeithennWang  Nutanix AHV Networking ​@PDA  Palo Alto integratie in Nutanix Flow  Nutanix Certified Expert (NCX) 79 ​@trb48  Creating and Maintaining a Template Virtual Machine in Nutanix ​@JeroenTielen  Prism Central Alerts - Part I Create User Defined Alerts ​@trb48  Nutanix Centralized

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! FebruarySouth Florida NUG Wednesday, February 12, 4:30pm – 7:30pm RSVPNetherlands NUG Wednesday, February 12, 14:30 - 19:00 RSVPFederal NUG Thursday, February 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm RSVPLas Vegas NUG Wednesday, February 19, 6:00pm - 9:00pm RSVPMinnesota NUG Thursday, February 20, 2:00pm - 5:00pm RSVPBelgium NUG Thursday, February 20 14:30 - 19:30 RSVPSeattle NUG Tuesday, February 25 3:30 - 6:00pm RSVPVancouver NUG Wednesday, February 26 4:00 - 6:30pm RSVP MarchHouston NUG Wednesday, March 5 3:00pm - 5:0

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. So, without further ado, let's explore the must-read posts that stirred the virtual waters in the past week.Nutanix Foundation - Part I Deployment via ​@trb48  Introduction to HCI, Nutanix, and Prism via ​@WeithennWang  How to backup Self-Service via ​@Avico  Nutanix Foundation - Part II Monitoring via ​@trb48  Backing up your Nutanix cluster with HYCU – Technical prerequisites via ​@Exe  Create a Nutanix Phoenix ISO from a Foundation VM via ​@trb48  Set Up SAML SSO for Prism Central with Google

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. So, without further ado, let's explore the must-read posts that stirred the virtual waters in the past week.Nutanix Setup the Backplane Network via ​@Exe  pc.2024.3 - Password Management  via ​@trb48  Migrate Physical Machine (Windows) To Nutanix AHV via ​@JeroenTielen  pc.2024.3 - Cluster Profiles via ​@trb48  Using Nutanix Kubernetes Engine in Prism Central pc.2024.x via ​@mikkisse  Nutanix Foundation on a Steamdeck  Absolutely ! via ​@Exe  Nutanix Files Upgrade Challenges via ​@trb48  NKP – De

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. So, without further ado, let's explore the must-read posts that stirred the virtual waters in the past week.Renew Nutanix Guest Tools Certificate(s) Manual and/or Automatic via ​@JeroenTielen  What command line interfaces (CLI) does Nutanix have? via ​@Freire  pc.2024.3 - Objects Lite - Image Creation via ​@trb48  pc.2024.3 - Objects Lite - LCM Bundle Upload via ​@trb48  pc.2024.3 - Objects Lite via ​@trb48 The biggest hybrid multicloud event of the year is happening this May in Washington D.C. J

This post was authored by Ruben Spruijt Field CTO at Dizzion“Old keys won’t open new doors” rings true for IT professionals faced with demands that have never been higher. IT solutions today must strike the perfect balance between access from everywhere, cost efficiency, flexibility, exceptional user experience, and ease of use for administrators – all while maintaining robust security.Nutanix Cloud Clusters (NC2) software and Dizzion Frame desktop as a service (DaaS) combine seamlessly to meet these demands. Together, they deliver virtual desktops and hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) across any cloud, on-premises or in hybrid setups powered by NC2 on AWS and Azure.This blog breaks down the solution, its benefits, and how you can integrate it into your cloud and end-user computing strategy.What is NC2?NC2 bridges on-premises datacenters with Azure and AWS public clouds, enabling a seamless hybrid multicloud experience. It allows IT teams to manage cloud and on-premises resources thr

This post was authored by Ryan Kaw - VP of Sales, Catalogic Software & Sneha Chaturvedula - Product Marketing Manager - NutanixIn today’s data-driven world, ensuring the safety and availability of your organization’s data is more critical than ever. As businesses adopt Nutanix to streamline their hybrid and multi-cloud environments, they need robust solutions that extend beyond traditional backup and recovery. DPX vPlus from Catalogic Software, Inc. answers this need with a tailored data protection solution designed to secure the entire Nutanix ecosystem—all at an aggressively competitive price point.Enhanced Support for Nutanix AHV BackupsAs more organizations seek VMware alternatives due to rising costs and uncertainty around the Broadcom acquisition of VMware, the Nutanix AHV hypervisor has emerged as a powerful choice for hypervisor-based virtualization. DPX vPlus seamlessly supports AHV with efficient backup and recovery options that minimize downtime and accelerate data resto

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

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!

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

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

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. 

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

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! October Chicago NUG Wednesday, October 9, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Philadelphia NUG Thursday, October 10 3:00pm – 6:00pm Nashville NUG Wednesday, October 16 11:00am – 1:00pm Scotland NUG Tuesday, October 22 1:00pm – 5:00pm Italy NUG Tuesday, October 22 5:45pm – 8:30pm Pittsburgh NUG Wednesday, October 23 10:00am – 1:00pm Portland NUG Thursday, October 24 2:00pm – 5:00pm Maryland NUG Thursday, October 24 2:00pm – 5:00pm Nicaragua NUG Thursday, October 24 5:30pm - 9:30pm  NovemberAlabama NUG Wednesday, November

Welcome to episode 5 of Nutanix Cloud Interlock and our host, Michael Car, Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Lead, continues to speak to his guest to share their insights on cloud transformation. He emphasizes the importance of planning, setting clear goals, focusing on business benefits, and leveraging partners for a smooth transition. This episode highlights the need for agility, iterative successes, and continuous improvement in the cloud journey.Speakers: Tim Hope (CTO, Versant), Michael Car (Host and Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Lead)ResourcesBuild your clouds your way in a few clicks - Nutanix Test Drive 6th Annual Nutanix Enterprise Cloud IndexIf 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​​​​​​​