Introduction to Virtual Machines in eEVOS
Virtual Machines (VMs) are at the core of modern IT infrastructure, providing a flexible and efficient way to run multiple operating systems and applications on a single physical server. In eEVOS, VMs are managed with powerful tools that enable you to create, configure, and optimize your virtualized environment with ease. This chapter will guide you through everything you need to know about managing VMs in eEVOS, from basic setup to advanced features.
What Are Virtual Machines?
A Virtual Machine is a software-based emulation of a physical computer. It runs an operating system and applications just like a physical machine, but it is isolated from the underlying hardware by a hypervisor. This isolation allows multiple VMs to run on a single physical server, sharing resources such as CPU, memory, and storage while remaining independent from each other.
Key Benefits of Using VMs:
- Resource Efficiency: VMs allow you to maximize the utilization of your physical hardware by running multiple operating systems and applications on the same server.
- Scalability: With VMs, you can easily scale your infrastructure up or down based on your needs, adding or removing virtual resources as required.
- Flexibility: VMs support a wide range of operating systems and applications, making it easy to deploy and manage diverse workloads.
- Isolation: Each VM operates independently, providing security and stability by isolating applications from each other and the underlying hardware.
Key Features of Virtual Machines in eEVOS
eEVOS provides a robust platform for managing your virtual machines, with features designed to simplify administration and enhance performance:
- Easy VM Creation: Quickly create new VMs with customized configurations, including CPU, memory, storage, and networking options.
- Snapshot and Cloning: Take snapshots of your VMs for quick backups or create clones for testing and development purposes.
- Resource Management: Allocate and manage resources such as CPU cores, memory, and storage to optimize the performance of your VMs.
- Live Migration: Move VMs between hosts with no downtime, ensuring continuous availability and load balancing across your infrastructure.
- High Availability: Ensure that your VMs remain available even in the event of hardware failures, thanks to eEVOS’s built-in high availability features.
What You Will Learn
In this chapter, you will learn how to:
- Create and configure new VMs in eEVOS.
- Manage VM resources to ensure optimal performance.
- Utilize advanced features like snapshots, cloning, and live migration.
- Implement best practices for securing and backing up your VMs.
- Troubleshoot common issues related to VM management.
By the end of this chapter, you will have a solid understanding of how to leverage eEVOS to efficiently manage your virtualized environment, ensuring that your VMs are running smoothly and effectively supporting your organization’s needs.