SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS APRIL 2009 A NEW DIMENSION FOR DELL SOFTWARE DISCOVER MICROSOFT ONLINE SERVICES PAGE 3 A NEW VIRTUALISATION LANDSCAPE WITH CITRIX XENSERVER AND VMWARE VIEW PAGE 4 DISCOVER THE BENEFITS OF SYMANTEC ENDPOINT PROTECTION PAGE 6
EDITORIAL A NEW DIMENSION FOR DELL SOFTWARE Integration of ASAP Software teams within Dell allows our customers to take advantage of a single provider for hardware, software and services. This new dimension strengthens our overall alliances strategy with Microsoft, VMware, Oracle TM, Symantec TM and Citrix TM, and other major reseller agreements with the most important publishers on the market place. At an operational level, you can benefit from a better globalisation, using the same standardised processes, order management tools and all other Dell industrial capabilities. Our customers can also access to a unique portfolio of services, including software integration, support and a pool of technical expertise. Our alliance strategy is illustrated by the development of solutions based on the standards, jointly with our strategic partners. The recent industry launch of the new Dell Management Console, powered by Altiris from Symantec, demonstrates the integration of the best of breed technologies into Dell systems, innovative solutions and our commitment to lower the cost of doing Business. This approach is also reflected by our consulting and pre-sale teams, delivering high value expertise in core areas such as virtualisation, security and mobility to help you simplify IT and design the Next Gen Data centers and Desktop compu-ting solutions. We ll help you through innovative methodologies, not only to simplify licensing, but also to manage your projects at each step of the lifecycle. Dell ASAP Software comes to the market with expanded reselling capabilities, international coverage and a solution approach on a worldwide basis. We re glad to publish this newsletter, available for the first time in our major european countries and languages. You can also go through our Volume Licensing Center to discover further Licensing information at: www.dell.com/licensing/emea Diederik JAS Software & Peripherals Marketing Director DELL EMEA SUMMARY COLLABORATION Microsoft Online Services: First class Saas solutions... Page 3 VIRTUALIZATION Citrix XenServer... Page 4 VMware View... Page 5 SECURITY Next Gen Security solutions with Symantec EndPoint Protection... Page 6 BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE Simplify reports and dashboards with Oracle Business Intelligence suite... Page 7 Contact us for more information, questions or suggestions: dell_software_marketing@dell.com 2 Dell ASAP Software April 2009 www.dell.com/licensing/emea
MICROSOFT ONLINE SERVICES THE RIGHT TOOLS. THE RIGHT TEAM. GET THE WINNING EDGE New Microsoft Online Services allow you to have an easy and quick deployment, a simplified IT administration and always up-to-date technologies. This way you can provide your employees an easy-to-use and comprehensive solution. The new Microsoft Online Services launched in early march, consist of a set of enterprise-class communication and collaboration software delivered via monthly subscription per user and hosted by Microsoft. Microsoft Online Services include Microsoft Exchange Online, Microsoft SharePoint Online, Microsoft Office Live Meeting, and Microsoft Office Communications Online to provide: Streamlined communications Your users can work with the same rich clients they already know and use all within an integrated experience, from virtually any device, in almost any location. Simplified management Provide the tools your Organisation needs without requiring ongoing upgrades or installations. Microsoft Online Services put our IT resources to work for you. Business-class security and reliability Work with confidence knowing that these Online Services from Microsoft run on a network of world-class data centers protected by multiple layers of security, operational best practices all while providing 99.9% uptime. These Services can be acquired individually or as a set of products, the latter available through the Business Productivity Online Suite. BUSINESS PRODUCTIVITY ONLINE SUITE The Business Productivity Online Suite (BPOS) brings the very latest tools to customers computers and mobile devices without the hassle of purchasing and maintaining on-premise servers and upgrading software. If your Organisation has already on-premise servers you can still benefit from this new offering, as the suite is designed to integrate with and extend existing on-site deployments. Alternatively, the suite can be used as a complete communications / collaboration solution. This suite is priced on a per-user basis, keeping licensing simple and allowing the solution to grow as required. With these new services, your organisation will be supported by a high-performance team who can keep your software up-to-date and optimised, helping you realise value from your technology investments even faster. When you work with Microsoft and Dell, you ll have the winning combination you need to accelerate your business growth. Regardless of your company size, we have the solution that works best for you, your IT budget, and your Company s changing needs. Try Microsoft Online Services today at www.microsoft.com/online Business Productivity Online Suite Hosted Services Dell ASAP Software April 2009 3
CITRIX XENSERVER TM VIRTUALISATION FOR EVERY SERVER IN THE ENTERPRISE Citrix XenServer is the only enterprise-class, cloud-proven virtualisation platform that delivers the critical features of live migration and centralised multi-server management at no cost. XenServer is an open and powerful server virtualisation solution that radically reduces datacenter costs by transforming static and complex datacenter environments into more dynamic, easy to manage IT service delivery centers. By providing features like live migration, shared storage support, centralised multi-server management plus P2V and V2V conversion tools in the free version, XenServer enables any organisation, no matter the size or budget, to immediately benefit from the power of server virtualisation. Best virtualisation value Starting with the virtualisation power of the industryleading Xen hypervisor at no cost, users can extend their savings into capital equipment, space, power and cooling costs. Enterprise-class features Centralised multi-server management and live migration using XenMotion enables users to manage the virtualised environment easily and intelligently while optimizing resource with zero-downtime to users. Easy setup and administration Being easy to use is just one reason XenServer was named the Most Innovative Product of the Year for virtualisation in 2008 by VARBusiness. XenServer can be installed and running in about 10 minutes (10 to Xen) and also has a unique management architecture that eliminates single points of failure. Easily manage hundreds of virtual machines with the included XenCenter management console that installs with only 4 megabytes of storage. CITRIX XENSERVER IS AVAILABLE IN FOUR EDITIONS Express Edition: For single server deployments and static workloads, is a free starter edition that brings virtualisation to every server in the enterprise. Get XenServer free now! : http://deliver.citrix.com/go/citrix/wbfreexenserver Standard Edition: For a multi-server environment with demanding workloads, is a feature-rich server virtualization solution with multi-server management and enterprise scalability for business-critical workloads. Enterprise Edition: For server environments with demanding uptime requirements, provides flexible, aggregated pools of computing and shared storage resources with live migration and high availability. Platinum Edition: For enterprise environments looking to streamline the way applications and servers get deployed. RESOURCES Customer success stories: http://www.fr.asap.com/emailing/citrix/ibn_citrixdell_casestudy.pdf I-BN targets global growth with a virtualisation solution from Citrix and Dell. Check out the latest Xenserver blogs: http://community.citrix.com/blogs/group/server-virtualization CITRIX ESSENTIALS FOR XENSERVER AND HYPER-V ADVANCED AUTOMATION AND MANAGEMENT FOR THE VIRTUAL DATACENTER New Citrix Essentials provides a set of management and automation capabilities to help customers transform datacenters into proactive and automated delivery centers. The Citrix Essentials platform builds on, and extends, the capabilities of either the free Citrix XenServer or Microsoft Hyper-V base virtualisation platform. Citrix Essentials product line consists of five broad categories of capabilities Automated lab management streamlines the process of building, testing, sharing and delivering throughout the application lifecycle, from development labs into the production environment. Advanced storage integration featuring Citrix StorageLink technology exposes the advanced data and storage management features in today s storage systems directly to a virtualised environment. Dynamic provisioning services for the on-demand deployment of workloads to any combination of virtual machines or physical servers from a single golden image. Workflow orchestration for the simplified scripting to automation of key management processes. High availability for the automatic restart and intelligent placement of virtual machines in case of failure of guest systems or physical servers. 4 Dell ASAP Software April 2009 www.dell.com/licensing/emea
VMWARE VIEW TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR DESKTOPS AND APPLICATIONS Management of user desktops has always presented challenges. Today desktop and application virtualisation breaks the bonds between software, hardware and operating systems, eliminating the need to actually install or manage desktop environments on end user devices. From a central location you can deliver, manage and update all of your Windows desktops and applications in minutes. VMware with VMware View makes the testing, provisioning and support of applications and desktops much easier and less costly: encapsulating the OS, applications and user data into isolated layers for better desktop management, it also provides users with a personalised view or myview of their individual desktop. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF VMWARE VIEW? Lower costs VMware View reduces overall costs of desktop computing by up to 45% by centralising management, administration and resources and removing IT infrastructure from remote offices. Better security Since all data is maintained within the corporate firewall, VMware View minimises risk and data loss. Built-in SSL encryption provides secure tunneling to virtual desktops from unmanaged devices. Greater management and control with View Manager Manage all desktops centrally in the datacenter and provision desktops instantly to new users, departments or offices. Create instant clones from a central image, and create dynamic pools of desktops for quick provisioning and rapid updating. More business agility and user flexibility View Manager accommodates changing business needs, such as adding new desktop users or groups of users, while providing a consistent experience to every user from any network point. Reliable business continuity and disaster recovery VMware View is built on industry-leading VMware Virtual Infrastructure and is able to automate desktop backup and recovery as a business process in the datacenter. Reduce carbon footprint and energy costs When used in conjunction with thin client devices which typically use 1/10th the power of a traditional PC, VMware View helps reduce energy costs and reduce the carbon footprint by up to 80%.* Try VMware View 60 days free: https://www.vmware.com/tryvmware/?p=view&lp=1 More information: http://www.vmware.com/products/view/ Access Points User View OS, Data, Apps Thin Client OS OS, Provisioning & Update Desktop Laptop Disaster Recovery Security Data App OS Availability & Backup User Data and Settings Application Virtualisation * Infrastructure Virtualisation, Butler Group, September 2007 Dell ASAP Software April 2009 5
SYMANTEC ENDPOINT PROTECTION THE NEXT GENERATION OF ANTIVIRUS TECHNOLOGY FROM SYMANTEC Symantec Endpoint Protection combines Symantec AntiVirus with advanced threat prevention to deliver an unmatched defense against malware for laptops, desktops, and servers. It provides protection against even the most sophisticated attacks that evade traditional security measures, such as rootkits, zero-day attacks, and mutating spyware. KEY FEATURES Antivirus and antispyware Provides unmatched, best of breed malware protection, including market-leading antivirus protection, enhanced spyware protection, new rootkit protection, reduced memory footprint, and new dynamic performance adjustments to keep users productive. Network threat protection A rules-based firewall engine and Generic Exploit Blocking (GEB) block malware before it can enter a system. Proactive threat protection Providing protection against unseen threats (i.e., zero-day threats), it includes TruScan Proactive Threat Scan, which does not rely on a signature. Single agent and single management console Antivirus, antispyware, desktop firewall, IPS, device and application control, and network access control (with the purchase of a Symantec Network Access Control license) are provided on a single agent all managed by a single console. Single Agent and Single Console Antivirus Antispyware Firewall Results Increased protection, control and manageability SYMANTEC ENDPOINT PROTECTION PRODUCT FAMILY Symantec Endpoint Protection Symantec Multi-tier Protection Small Business Symantec Multi-tier Protection Edition Antivirus X X X Antispyware X X X Firewall X X X Device and application X X X control Intrusion prevention X X X Symantec TM Mail Security X X for Microsoft Exchange Symantec TM Mail Security X for Domino Premium AntiSpam X* X* (for Groupware) Brightmail Gateway X* software subscription Symantec Mobile AntiVirus X* for Windows Mobile Symantec AntiVirus for X X X Linux Symantec AntiVirus for Mac X* X Shaded area = Centrally managed by a single agent and single console * New additions. Note: If a customer does not want to use Symantec Endpoint Protection when they purchase a bundle, they may install Symantec AntiVirus. They just need to go directly to Customer Care. Intrusion Prevention Device and Application Control Reduced cost, complexity, and risk exposure In the new bundle. The Symantec Endpoint Protection version is 11.0.3 (MR3). A unified approach to endpoint protection 6 Dell ASAP Software April 2009 www.dell.com/licensing/emea
ORACLE BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE SUITE ORACLE PLACES A FULL AND COHERENT VIEW OF YOUR COMPANY'S ACTIVITY AT YOUR FINGERTIPS Oracle BI Suite Enterprise Edition is a new generation platform which enables you to easily deliver relevant information to a large number of users, irrespective of the data sources and the infrastructure which are already in place in the company. A common data model guarantees a unique view of the information, irrespective of the source, whether these are flat files, data warehouses or data marts prefabricated on applications. A user friendly, 100% thin client browser enables users to quickly and easily access dashboards and reports. With its powerful alert function, users receive automatic notifications in the event of deviation. QUICKER, BETTER INFORMED STRATEGIC PLAN- NING AND DECISION-MAKING > Functions and Advantages: Thanks to Oracle combining their Standard Edition One and their powerful, new business intelligence application, you will be back at the reins of your business. Make better informed decisions: by combining disparate internal and external system and application data, you may analyse all your data simultaneously. Remain flexible: an integrated vision of all the aspects of your business and of demand will enable you to react quickly to opportunities and market evolutions. Reduce risks: monitor, identify and resolve problems before they have a negative influence on your business activity. Improve your performance management: with coherent data from a single source, unified units of measurement across the entire company and possibilities of exploration at all levels of detail. Increase productivity: provide your staff with centralised, relevant and complete information which is adapted to each person's role. > Key characteristics 100% thin client Compatible with both Oracle & non-oracle data sources Common data model across the entire company and all data sources Personalised alerts with easily configurable push options Offline mode for roaming staff Because you already have one The Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition suite (OBIEE) has been designed to integrate easily into the existing model: not only to data sources but also to the information system infrastructure. It works with JSR-168 or WSRP portal standards to easily integrate decisionmaking into your company standard. A host of web services and messages have been created to simplify the integration of your existing decisionmaking tools. OBI EE works with the most commonly encountered security and identification systems and enables you to personalise your security to incorporate the new developments. Because your users roam Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition Suite offers a 100% thin client user interface which enables users to access their decision-making environment from their standard browser or Mozilla Firefox. Reports and dashboards may also be compiled in electronic folders known as briefing books for use offline and easy access in meetings. Oracle BI Delivers, the suite's alerts component, notifies users of important events on any of the aids, dashboards, PDA, e-mail and messaging systems to set off an exceptional management workflow process. Coherent and stable reporting Oracle offers a very powerful company data model across all your data. A physical data model, a semantic model and a presentation layer enable you to keep full control of changes. In real time OBIEE Suite is based on open standards so that your messaging systems may communicate with OBIEE Suite to initiate alerts and reports to all stakeholders. A quicker return on investment Oracle BI Suite is also used to deliver a complex suite of analytical business and sector applications based on best practice. With this agnostic platform, all data sources, reports, dashboards and prefabricated data models may be quickly deployed across the most common Oracle and non-oracle sources, files or analytical applications. For further information, please visit: http://www.oracle.com/solutions/business_intelligence/index.html Dell ASAP Software April 2009 7
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