Dell and Nutanix expand their partnership, adding simplicity, flexibility, and control within Nutanix environments. Dell unveils Dell XC Plus, integrating Nutanix Cloud Platform software stack on Dell PowerEdge servers.
Organizations today face the daunting challenge of exponential growth and rapid change. According to the ESG’s February 2024 Technology Spending Intentions Survey, nearly 90% of organizations have encountered increased complexity over the past two years. This growing complexity is primarily driven by the expansion of applications and data and the difficulty of managing critical workloads effectively.
To address these challenges, Dell Technologies and Nutanix are expanding their long-standing partnership of over 14 years by unveiling two solutions, exclusively sold and delivered by Dell. The new solutions are designed to redefine flexibility and control within Nutanix environments. They directly address key IT challenges and help enterprises build a future-ready IT landscape.
Dell XC Plus
Dell XC Plus is a turnkey, hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI) appliance designed to simplify the complexities of on-premises and hybrid cloud environments. By integrating the Nutanix Cloud Platform software stack on Dell PowerEdge servers, this solution gives customers greater choice and control to meet evolving IT requirements. The key features of Dell XC Plus include:
- Simplified Hybrid Cloud Management: Nutanix’s user-friendly software and Dell’s robust PowerEdge servers enable seamless management within a unified hybrid cloud framework. This integration allows IT teams to focus on growth and strategic business outcomes rather than being bogged down by operational complexities.
- Streamlined Operations: The automation capabilities embedded in the Dell XC Plus create a more secure, resilient, and agile IT environment. This allows organizations to allocate resources towards innovation and breakthroughs instead of routine maintenance.
- Optimized Performance: The solution leverages AI and machine learning to continuously fine-tune operations, enhance performance, and optimize resource planning for both traditional and modern workloads.
With Dell XC Plus, customers can accelerate application deployment and simplify the management of hybrid cloud environments, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet today’s dynamic IT demands.
PowerFlex Integration with Nutanix Cloud Platform
In response to customer demands for greater infrastructure flexibility, Dell and Nutanix have announced that Dell PowerFlex will be the first external storage solution supported and integrated with the Nutanix Cloud Platform. This new solution seamlessly integrates Dell’s premier software-defined infrastructure with the Nutanix AHV hypervisor, creating an enhanced hybrid cloud experience.
This integration provides joint customers unprecedented storage flexibility, enabling them to manage compute and storage independently. They can choose their preferred hypervisor, achieve extreme performance at scale, and leverage the full suite of Nutanix software features, including enterprise data protection, disaster recovery, networking, and security. This solution is designed to address complex infrastructure challenges, offering a comprehensive and resilient hybrid cloud experience.
Hybrid Cloud Innovation
Dell Technologies and Nutanix are leveraging their combined expertise to offer modern workload solutions. The launch of Dell XC Plus and the forthcoming PowerFlex integration mark just the initial steps. Plans involve deeper integration of the Nutanix Cloud Platform with additional Dell IP-based storage solutions.
As organizations navigate the complexities of the hybrid cloud landscape, Dell XC Plus delivers robust simplicity. Customers can look forward to the increased agility, expanded choices, and flexibility that the PowerFlex with Nutanix Cloud Platform integration will bring. These solutions pave the way for a future where IT teams have the tools to drive strategic business outcomes and maintain a competitive edge in an ever-evolving digital world.
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