For organizations evaluating VMware alternatives, a recent report by PivotNine offers valuable insights into migrating to Platform9 Private Cloud Director. This report details a hands-on assessment of Platform9’s vJailbreak tool, providing a fact-based look at the migration process.
“Instead of a complex and tedious migration, customers can use Platform9’s tools to automate the bulk of the work, freeing staff to concentrate on the few complex or high-risk migration activities that remain.”
Key findings from PivotNine’s assessment
PivotNine conducted a practical evaluation of migrating from VMware to Platform9 Private Cloud Director, focusing on real-world scenarios. Their assessment highlights several key points:
- Automation of migration: Platform9’s vJailbreak tool is designed to automate significant portions of the VM migration process. This automation aims to reduce the manual effort typically required, allowing IT staff to concentrate on more complex tasks.
- Scalability: vJailbreak is designed to handle migrations at scale, supporting the migration of large numbers of VMs. The report indicates that the tool can scale to “hundreds, if not thousands” of VMs.
- Workload compatibility: The report states that a large percentage of common workloads can be migrated from VMware to Private Cloud Director with automated tools. However, it also acknowledges that some workloads may require manual intervention.
- Migration flexibility: The migration process supports both cold and warm migrations. This allows for flexibility in how migrations are performed, depending on the specific requirements of the workload and the tolerance for downtime.
- Emphasis on planning: The report emphasizes the importance of thorough planning before migration. Key considerations include mapping source and target environments, assessing workload suitability, and determining migration order.
- Verification and rollback: The migration process includes verification checks, and the report discusses the importance of having a clear backout strategy. In the event of a failed migration, the original VM data remains intact.
- Ongoing development: Platform9 continues to develop and enhance the migration process. The report mentions upcoming features such as support for Raw Device Mapping (RDM) and rolling migrations.
Download the report
For VMware users considering migration, the PivotNine report provides an objective assessment of Platform9’s vJailbreak tool and the overall migration process. It highlights the potential for automation and increased efficiency while also underscoring the importance of careful planning and preparation: Get the report here.
Learn more:
- Request a demo: Contact our team to request a detailed demonstration of the vJailbreak tool and discuss your specific migration requirements.
- Experience Private Cloud Director in our free hands-on labs: Register for our free workshop to gain a deeper understanding of Platform9 Private Cloud Director and its capabilities as a migration target.
