blade servers (was Re: [Bioclusters] Any experiences with these guys? reeks)

[Jeff Layton]

Chris,

> You bring up an interesting point about blades that I'd love to get some
> discussion going.
>
> My take is this:
>
> (1) The real value for blade servers is mostly in the management,
> monitoring and provisioning software that you get with the blade
> platform. When done right it is the software that delivers the actual
> savings in terms of operational burden and that is what really tips the
> scales over in favor of paying extra $$ for blades.
>

Could you define what you mean by provisioning?
Also, could you describe what you look for in management
and monitoring?

Thanks!

Jeff

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Dr. Jeff Layton
Aerodynamics and CFD
Lockheed-Martin Aeronautical Company - Marietta