Networking Design White Papers

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Intel® Cloud Builders Guide: Cloud Design and Deployment on Intel® Platforms - Unified Networking with Cisco* Virtualized Multi-Tenant Data Center*
sponsored by Intel
WHITE PAPER: The Intel Cloud Builders program provides a starting point as it supplies a basic hardware blueprint and available cloud software management solutions such as the Cisco* Virtualized Multi-Tenant Data Center (VMDC). The paper focuses on the design of converged fabrics to meet the needs of the multi-tenant, cloud data center.
Posted: 24 Mar 2011 | Published: 24 Mar 2011

Intel

Connected Businesses Win
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), networks can do more than simply connect machines. They also deliver voice (telephone) and video, and connect functions such as sales and bookkeeping to make business more efficient, collaborative, and profitable. Read this paper learn about core network components and benefits.
Posted: 14 Aug 2009 | Published: 14 Aug 2009

Cisco Systems, Inc.

What Is an Ethernet Fabric?
sponsored by Brocade
WHITE PAPER: Compared to classic hierarchical Ethernet architectures, Ethernet fabrics provide the higher levels of performance, utilization, availability and simplicity required to meet the business needs of data centers today and into the future.
Posted: 15 Nov 2011 | Published: 31 Aug 2011

Brocade

Open Fabric Edge - The Best Attributes of the Data Center, Now Delivered to the Edge
sponsored by Extreme Networks
WHITE PAPER: Can your network accommodate the new requirements demanded on it? Explore how Ethernet switching can provide the flexibility, scalability, and resiliency you need to embrace the trends and technologies that will give your business a competitive advantage.
Posted: 17 May 2013 | Published: 30 Apr 2013

Extreme Networks

A Foundation for Next-Generation Data Center Security
sponsored by Citrix
WHITE PAPER: This white paper introduces an application delivery controller (ADC) that builds enterprise cloud networks using existing data center infrastructure.
Posted: 13 Aug 2013 | Published: 28 Sep 2012

Citrix

Consolidation without compromise
sponsored by Citrix
WHITE PAPER: This paper outlines the compelling benefits of consolidating networking services, and details why competing efforts pursued by F5 technology come up short for critical ADC consolidation projects.
Posted: 12 Oct 2011 | Published: 12 Oct 2011

Citrix

Accelerating Network Convergence in Complex Data Centers
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: Explore this resource to learn how IT pros are adopting skills and lessons learned in streamlining operations through resource consolidation and convergence using converged infrastructure in order to converge network resources. Read on to learn more.
Posted: 13 Jun 2014 | Published: 31 Dec 2013

Dell, Inc. and Intel®

A Business Guide to MPLS IP VPN Migration: Five Critical Factors
sponsored by XO Communications
WHITE PAPER: Uncover five critical factors for a successful migration to an MPLS IP VPN service in this whitepaper. Learn the evolving needs of today’s enterprise networks and uncover how an MPLS-based IP VPN can help you fulfill these wants and needs.
Posted: 25 May 2012 | Published: 30 Apr 2012

XO Communications

Solitaire Interglobal: Comparing Virtualization Methods for Business - Executive Summary
sponsored by IBM.
WHITE PAPER: Access this resource for a deep dive analysis of the business differentiators among x86, UNIX, and System z virtualization technologies to help you determine the right path for your data center.
Posted: 21 May 2013 | Published: 22 May 2012

IBM.

The Network Impact of 802.11n
sponsored by Aerohive Networks
WHITE PAPER: 802.11n has provided the final step in the evolution of wireless LANs from convenience technology into core technology for network connectivity. This white paper discusses key questions organizations must ask themselves before migrating to 802.11n. Access this paper now to learn more.
Posted: 03 May 2010 | Published: 03 May 2010

Aerohive Networks