Should I stay, or should I go now? Should I stay, or should I go now? If I go, there will be trouble And if I stay, it will be double So come on and let me know… Many organizations are considering a move away from VMware, but some hesitate after hearing the numbers. Gartner reports that migrating 2,000 or [...]
Overview Many organizations nowadays are heavily dependent on IT for everyday operations, and as such, the availability and uptime of these systems is critically important. Loss of service equates to loss of productivity which, depending on the severity, can have a huge impact on an organization. Adding high availability to a business’ IT infrastructure is like adding in an [...]
Full-stack hyperconverged infrastructure StorMagic SvHCI is a full-stack hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) software solution. It combines virtualized storage with a StorMagic hypervisor, virtualized networking, and management components. SvHCI includes 24x7x365 StorMagic Platinum support for the entire HCI stack. SvHCI is reliable and simple, and provides HCI at a lower cost, making it the ideal solution for a variety of use [...]
Join us for an informative webinar and discover how agent-based backup from Veeam with StorMagic SvHCI can deliver reliable backup, without unnecessary complexity. Webinar Agenda: Introduction and an overview of backup strategies: We explore backup best practices and the role of agent-based solutions. Live configuration demonstration: Craig Collier will walk through a practical, real-world setup using Veeam and SvHCI. [...]
This DCIG Competitive Intelligence Report examines the differences between VMware vSAN and StorMagic SvSAN, offering a comparison of the two solutions and an assessment on their capability for edge computing use cases.
In this recorded discussion, hear from Simon Robinson, Principal Analyst at Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) and Bruce Kornfeld, Chief Product Officer at StorMagic as they discuss what is becoming an increasingly critical issue for many distributed environments - how to create a simple and secure IT edge. The webinar focuses on how hyperconverged infrastructure technology (HCI) is a critical [...]
Broadcom’s overhaul of VMware’s licensing model marked a shift in the hyperconverged infrastructure landscape. Before the late 2023 announcement, the vendor served as a steady and reliable provider for countless IT infrastructures, but many businesses are now looking for alternatives to VMware thanks to changing licensing and the introduction of subscription-based plans. The new model encourages businesses into multi-year contracts, [...]
Cloud-based Fleet Management Tool StorMagic Edge Control is a centralized, cloud-based fleet monitoring and management tool. It simplifies how your organization administers clusters, wherever they’re located. View individual statuses and make changes from anywhere. With Edge Control, management is reliable, simple and lower cost. Edge Control is: Admins can react when needed Provides a deep dive into [...]
The Broadcom overhaul of its VMware licensing structure signaled a major transformation in how businesses procure and manage VMware solutions. The move, which swept away the familiar comfort of a perpetual license and replaced it with a subscription-based model, wasn’t just a minor pivot for Broadcom. It was part of a greater change within the industry heavyweight’s strategic direction while [...]
Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware has reshaped today’s hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) market, pushing businesses to reconsider their reliance on VMware's HCI software due to concerns around pricing, support, and product direction. With the HCI market estimated to grow at a CAGR of 23.5% from 2024 to 2030, it's no surprise that VMware alternatives are rapidly gaining traction. As organizations seek greater [...]
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StorMagic SvHCI Validated with Three Supermicro Servers BRISTOL, England –20 February, 2025 – StorMagic®, solving the world’s edge data problems, today announced that its SvHCI solution has been tested and validated with three Supermicro IoT SuperServers. The variety of edge, IoT and traditional rack servers gives customers the opportunity to deploy and configure SvHCI as they require, with the software [...]
When it comes to data backup, there are several options available, including tape, external hard drives, and cloud-based storage solutions. However, these methods often have limitations, such as limited scalability and flexibility, high costs, and inadequate data protection. In contrast, agent-based backups offer a robust and cost-effective solution that has gained a wide adoption in recent years. Agent-based backup works [...]
High availability servers play a critical role in ensuring continuous operation, minimizing downtime, and preventing disruptions that could impact your business performance and day-to-day operations. By implementing high availability infrastructure with redundancy, fault tolerance, and failover mechanisms built-in, you can maintain performance even in the face of unexpected failures. Let’s explore the importance of high availability infrastructure to minimize unexpected [...]
Join us for an exciting webinar detailing the new features and product updates for StorMagic SvHCI 2.0! Find out exactly why and how we’ve added our great new features, including a detailed explanation of our key new product updates: Snapshots Edge Control, our Management Tool VM Import from VMware And many more Whether you simply want to discover more [...]
An Overview of High Availability Architecture and Best Practices High Availability (HA) architecture ensures systems, applications, and services remain operational and accessible, even during hardware failures, software glitches, or unexpected disasters. This is achieved by distributing applications across the nodes in a cluster. Enterprises, particularly those operating in edge environments like retail or manufacturing, depend on high availability to maintain [...]
When your organization considers a new IT investment, you’ll likely focus on upfront costs. A lower sticker price can be an easy win, especially when trying to reduce spending. However, experienced decision-makers know the true cost of technology extends far beyond the initial purchase. That’s why a renewed focus on total cost of ownership (TCO) can provide the framework to [...]
This white paper introduces hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI), the ideal solution for enterprise edge environments. We’ll explore how HCI is the hidden opportunity to achieve a lower total cost of ownership (TCO) and future-proof your IT. What’s Included: Today’s Market Analysis – Why is cost reduction important in today’s enterprise edge environments? What is HCI? – Its features and key [...]
In sometimes not-so-quiet management meetings, amid discussions of future forecasts and budgets, today’s IT leadership faces a puzzling issue. There’s a growing demand for more scalable, cost-efficient solutions across their IT strategy. And it’s a constant challenge to balance cost, reliability and performance. For some IT teams, the path forward seems clear. Focus on a cloud-first strategy and reap the [...]
High availability (HA) clusters ensure that business applications and services stay online, even during unexpected failures. Also known as failover clusters, these systems help maintain continuous operation and minimize downtime by seamlessly handling hardware or software disruptions. Here’s an inside look at how HA clusters work, why they’re essential, and what you need to consider when implementing them. What is [...]
We’re excited to announce StorMagic SvHCI 2.0. The latest updates to our hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) software provide greater simplicity and enterprise-grade reliability, with the lowest total cost of ownership (TCO) in today’s HCI market. Learn more about the latest product updates within our new infographic below. The Key New Features of SvHCI 2.0 VM-level Snapshots: Get crash-consistent recovery snapshots that [...]
The StorMagic SvHCI Technical Overview is the definitive white paper in providing a complete picture of SvHCI’s capabilities and deployment options. Explore the ways in which SvHCI can be leveraged to deliver full-stack hyperconverged infrastructure on one or two nodes at each location. Obtain an overview of the benefits of hyperconverged infrastructure compared to traditional architecture and get a better [...]
We’re thrilled to announce the latest updates coming to StorMagic SvHCI, our full-stack hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) software. With exciting new features, SvHCI is built to enhance simplicity and reliability, all while delivering the lowest total cost of ownership (TCO) for a hyperconverged infrastructure solution. The New Features of SvHCI 2.0 SvHCI is purpose-built for the needs of edge environments, making [...]
A Product Walkthrough – For When Things Go Wrong! Join us for a live demonstration of StorMagic SvHCI to see how our powerful software tackles failure scenarios, all while maintaining uptime and seamless service availability. What’s In Store: Introduction & overview Key failure scenarios explained Live real-world demonstrations Interactive Q&A See 100% Uptime in Action with SvHCI Uptime is [...]
Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) has emerged as a mainstream choice for enterprise IT strategies in edge environments. It integrates the core elements of the traditional three-tier architecture – computing, storage, and networking – into a unified, software-only-based system. By doing so, HCI delivers cloud-like scalability and cost-efficiency without sacrificing performance, resiliency, or availability. But what about the buzz around HCI's ability [...]
For large enterprises pursuing growth, StorMagic offers powerful enterprise edge solutions that are simple to use, reliable, and cost-effective. By streamlining edge IT infrastructure, we can help your organization focus on what truly matters – driving innovation and enabling you to scale. See why StorMagic is the best choice for your enterprise edge needs in our infographic. Our solutions provide [...]
About the Webinar Maintenance is an inevitable challenge for any IT team. That’s why with StorMagic SvHCI, we’ve made it radically simple. Join us as we explore how SvHCI enables IT teams to perform essential maintenance tasks, without downtime or impacting system performance. A Live Demonstration of SvHCI We’ll showcase how easy it is to manage maintenance with SvHCI. [...]
This recorded webinar explores the findings from analyst firm DCIG’s report, "2024-25 DCIG Top 5 VMware vSphere Alternatives SMB/Edge Edition". CEO and Principal Analyst at DCIG, Jerome Wendt, joins James Clarke and Mark Christie from StorMagic to discuss his analysis of the market. About the Webinar In this webinar, Jerome discusses his pivotal DCIG report that evaluates 15 hyperconverged infrastructure [...]
Computing, storage, and networking. These three components are a necessity in any business – but aren’t easy to manage with a siloed approach. This is a common problem within legacy infrastructure, however, two key solutions evolved to solve this problem: converged and hyperconverged infrastructure. Let’s explore these important concepts. What is Converged Infrastructure? Convergence is a term used to describe [...]
Hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) has many benefits; it can help your business simplify management, streamline processes, and maintain flexibility across your IT infrastructure. Many businesses find that it offers the same advantages of a cloud solution, but without the costs and reliance on significant network architecture, and allows more flexibility than traditional converged infrastructure architecture. Let’s explore an in-depth list of [...]
The debate between agent and agentless backup is an ongoing discussion. In most cases, users choose agentless, but a deeper exploration reveals that changing between the two approaches might not be as difficult as it seems. In fact, an agent-based approach has just as many features. Let’s dive deeper into the two concepts to understand why. What is Agent-based Backup? [...]
The hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) market is changing. Many businesses are moving away from popular solutions like VMware vSphere. Changing licensing, costs, concerns about vendor lock-in, and the need for greater flexibility drive this shift. Businesses are increasingly seeking alternatives offering performance, flexibility, and more cost-effective pricing models. These options empower companies to build IT environments that better align with their [...]
The webinar covers an exclusive update on SvHCI, an overview, a product refresher, and a dedicated Q&A session – hosted by Bruce Kornfeld. Don’t miss out on learning more about SvHCI features and the development roadmap. GA Launch Full Feature Set This webinar is an opportunity to hear about the latest updates for StorMagic SvHCI, including the full feature [...]
Hyperconverged infrastructure has risen to prominence in today’s ever-changing IT landscape. Businesses are always looking for new, innovative ways to manage their complex, siloed IT systems and hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) is helping them achieve these goals. It combines computing, networking, and storage into a single solution. This all-in-one approach creates a cost-effective, efficient, and reliable environment. As a result, many [...]
StorMagic introduce su nueva solución SvHCI. Una solución de Stack completo diseñado para el Edge, ROBO, y entornos remotos. Te invitamos a ver este Webinar para aprender más de nuestra nueva solución. Acerca de SvHCI StorMagic SvHCI es una solución de infraestructura hiperconvergente de pila completa (Stack) diseñada específicamente para entornos remotos y de borde, incluidas PYMES, ROBO y [...]
Hyperconvergence is a term used to describe the consolidation of computing, networking, and storage resources, into a single, streamlined datacenter architecture.
We’re excited to announce StorMagic SvHCI, a purpose-built, dependable, and cost-effective hyperconverged infrastructure solution for the edge and SMBs.Join Bruce Kornfeld and Rumen Colov for SvHCI’s exciting launch webinar. We’ll explore why SvHCI is crucially important in today’s industry landscape, key features, and more.What’s in store:WelcomeAn introduction to SvHCIWhy SvHCI?Key features and benefitsProduct demoQ&AWhy SvHCI?The HCI Vendor LandscapeIt’s predicted that [...]
We’re excited to announce the launch of StorMagic SvHCI, the most cost-effective HCI solution for the edge. Let’s explore the key features and benefits of SvHCI, and what makes it ideal for the edge and small and medium businesses (SMBs). What is SvHCI? SvHCI is an integrated hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) solution built upon SvSAN technology. Users can build cost-effective HCI [...]
The hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) vendor landscape is changing, and it’s the perfect opportunity for businesses to explore new, cost-effective, and dependable solutions. It’s predicted that by 2029, the existing 30% of non-VMware full-stack HCI installed base will increase to 60%. This is in response to the challenges of SMB or ROBO IT environments and edge computing, which increasingly require purpose-built [...]