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Mastering VMware vSphere 4 (Computer/Tech) |  | Author: Scott Lowe
Publisher: Sybex
Category: Book
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Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Pages: 696
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.3
Dimensions (in): 9.2 x 7.4 x 1.5
ISBN: 0470481382
Dewey Decimal Number: 005.43
EAN: 9780470481387
ASIN: 0470481382
Publication Date: August 31, 2009
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Product Description
As part of the highly acclaimed Mastering series from Sybex, this book offers a comprehensive look at VMware vSphere 4, how to implement it, and how to make the most of what it offers. Coverage Includes: -
Shows administrators how to use VMware to realize significant savings in hardware costs while still providing adequate "servers" for their users -
Demonstrates how to partition a physical server into several virtual machines, reducing the overall server footprint within the operations center -
Explains how VMware subsumes a network to centralize and simplify its management, thus alleviating the effects of "virtual server sprawl" Now that virtualization is a key cost-saving strategy, Mastering VMware vSphere 4 is the strategic guide you need to maximize the opportunities.
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 Great Book August 30, 2010
L. Xiong
I'm only on Chapter 4 but so far, it's an easy read and very well written. I was concerned it may have been over my head but Lowe does an excellent job providing examples and good description. I've skimmed the other chapters and this book can definitely benefit both beginners and advance users.
Excellent vSphere Resource August 2, 2010
Jason G. Boche
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I found this book a very thorough and enjoyable read. Although I've been a fan of Scott's blog for a few years and thus I'd been exposed to his style, this is the first book authored by Scott that I've read. Fortunately, Scott's approach to quality and deep technical writing carried over from his blog articles to his book. VMware Virtual Infrastructure, now in its 4th generation, boasts many features (150 new features in vSphere alone) and this book covers what one needs to know to be successful in planning, deploying, and maintaining VMware vSphere. One feature I like in particular is that each chapter starts with a meaningful introduction to the coming chapter, and ends with a summary, including "Master It" objectives which challenge the reader based on what he/she just read - an effective way to reinforce learning as well as practical applications. The author is passionate about VMware virtualization and enabling technologies. Coupled with his experience and subject matter expertise, the result is a book which could only be rated at 5 stars or better. Now that vSphere 4.1 is released, I hope that Scott considers a second edition.
The storage chapter was written by Chad Sakac of EMC and occupies a significant portion of the book. Storage is a critical vector because there are a large number of considerations surrounding storage as well as a large number of compatible storage vendors to choose from. Tie these together and there are literally hundreds of storage combinations to choose from to back your datacenter specific vSphere infrastructure which will be weighted by uptime, performance, scalability, and cost. A select few combinations will be right for your datacenter, while the remainder will not. The danger is making a poor storage decision. The concept of measure twice, cut once applies. Chad delivers the superior storage detail which is needed, covering all of the storage options and protocols supported by VMware vSphere. It is no longer a fibre channel SAN world which narrowed storage decisions down quite easily. You have to consider IP based storage solutions like iSCSI and NFS because of their cost avoidance benefit while offering fibre channel SAN comparable peformance. There is so much packed in this chapter, I plan on going through it again as a refresher.
If you're serious about vSphere, this book belongs in your library. It was the only book of its technical depth when released in August 2009. There are now a few more vSphere books which have been released which I look forward to getting to.
Excellent for building a foundation July 26, 2010
Engineer Reader (Denver, PA USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I work with VMware on a regular basis and wanted to prepare for an upcoming VMware Fast Track class. I read this book and it did an excellent job in providing a foundation for my learning. I didn't find any glaring errors and the explanations were pretty straightforward and easy to follow. If you're going to take the VCP test, I don't think this should be your only study resource, but it will definitely provide you with a solid background in VMware vSphere.
 Great Book Lots of Detail June 25, 2010
Logan Bingham
This book has lots of details along with very good information about vSphere 4. The real world experience and advice in the book is wonderful as well.
Nice Book! May 21, 2010
A. Brayton
This is a great book to have on your desk or to learn a great deal about deploying vSphere 4. I think "mastering" goes a little far but I am by no means degrading the quality of this book because it has mastering in the title. The book flows well and speaks to you like you are indeed just starting out with a new deployment! If you need a "first" book looking to learn vSphere 4, you cant go wrong with this one!
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