Virtualization is a key component of hybrid cloud strategies, with VMware traditionally dominating the space. However, following Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware, many customers and partners have grown dissatisfied with the changes Broadcom has implemented. This has led to a surge in demand for alternative virtualization options. HPE, in response to customer requests, has decided to add virtualization as a feature to its private cloud offerings, aiming to provide a competitive alternative to VMware.
The decision to incorporate virtualization into the HPE Private Cloud was made six months ago, with HPE opting to use the Enterprise Open KVM solution in Ubuntu. By the end of the year, a beta release is expected, with a full rollout scheduled for the near future. Despite the short timeframe for development, HPE is committed to offering a robust virtualization solution that can rival VMware vSphere by mid-2025.
HPE plans to leverage its internal full-stack solution with extensive lifecycle management capabilities to differentiate its virtualization offering. The HPE GreenLake platform is fully API driven, allowing for seamless integration of different solutions and automated processes. The goal is to provide customers with the flexibility to run VMs, containers, and bare metal workloads side by side, ultimately offering complete lifecycle management within a single infrastructure.
Furthermore, HPE is working towards developing a migration path from VMware vSphere to HPE virtualization, making it easier for customers to transition between platforms. The foundation of HPE’s virtualization technology is grounded in its industry-leading solutions, such as the HPE Alletra MP storage platform, known for its performance and flexibility. Customers can expect a range of benefits from HPE’s virtualization offering, including the ability to seamlessly switch between technology stacks within the private cloud environment.
The decision to introduce virtualization now stems from the changing landscape in the industry, particularly with the shifts brought about by Broadcom’s actions. With customers seeking alternatives to VMware due to Broadcom’s pricing changes and revamped licensing models, HPE saw an opportunity to address customer needs by providing its own virtualization platform. While maintaining partnerships with various cloud providers, HPE aims to establish itself as a competitive player in the virtualization market, offering customers an alternative to VMware vSphere.
While the full VMware alternative from HPE is still in development, the company is focused on delivering a robust and feature-rich virtualization solution in the near future. Through its commitment to innovation and customer-centric approach, HPE is gearing up to provide customers with a compelling alternative to VMware in the coming years.
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