Enterprise Virtualization
Discover how we implement Vates/XCP-ng to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance virtualization. Schedule a demo to see XCP-ng and Xen Orchestra in action.
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What is Vates/XCP-ng?
Vates delivers enterprise virtualization built on the Xen Hypervisor, distributed as XCP-ng (a Linux Foundation project) and managed via Xen Orchestra. Unlike proprietary solutions, Vates offers:
- 1:1 feature parity with VMware (see below)
- Open-source stack (GPLv3) with enterprise support SLAs (up to 24x7x1)
- Proven security in hyperscale and telco environments
Why Choose Vates/XCP-ng?
🔹 Feature Parity with VMware
Vates/XCP-ng matches or exceeds VMware capabilities while reducing costs by 50–80%:
| Feature | Vates/XCP-ng Solution | VMware Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Centralized Management | Xen Orchestra (XO) | vCenter |
| Virtual SAN | XOSTOR (software-defined storage) | vSAN |
| High Availability | Automated failover (XO) | vSphere HA/DRS |
| Live Migration | Zero-downtime VM moves (XO) | vMotion |
| Hybrid Cloud | Unified interface + built-in SDN | VMware Cloud, NSX |
| Backups/DR | Local/NAS/S3/DR site replication (XO) | vSphere Replication, Veeam |
🔹 Additional Advantages
- Hardware Flexibility: Runs on all major x86 vendors (even legacy hardware).
- No Vendor Lock-in: Open standards and federation capabilities.
- Simplified Licensing: Predictable pricing (no per-CPU-core pricing).
How Forward Systems Deploys Vates/XCP-ng
We tailor Vates/XCP-ng to your workflows—from on-prem to hybrid cloud:
Key Deliverables:
- Custom architecture (scalable clusters, storage optimization)
- Security hardening (architecture, role-based access, compliance checks)
- Migration support (VMware → Vates, P2V, or cloud repatriation)
- Training (Xen Orchestra, automation, troubleshooting)
Get Started with Vates/XCP-ng
Forward Systems supports the full virtualization lifecycle, from consulting to managed services.
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