If you’ve been re-evaluating your hypervisor options due to recent changes in VMware licensing,we have some exciting news that might just change your plans! As of November 2024, VMware vSphere Enterprise Plus and vSphere Standard are back in Broadcom’s portfolio, along with increased benefits that provide more flexibility and value than ever before.
Here’s What’s New
- vSphere Enterprise Plus and Standard Return: Starting this month, Broadcom has reintroduced VMware vSphere Standard and VMware vSphere Enterprise Plus, giving customers the option to keep using trusted compute virtualisation software without needing additional licenses for solutions like vSAN, NSX, or VMware Aria Suite.
- Increased vSAN Capacity: VMware vSphere Foundation now includes 2.5x more vSAN capacity than before! Each core now has 250GB of storage, up from the previous 100GB,enhancing the efficiency and scalability of your IT infrastructure.
VMware Cloud Foundation Evolution
Broadcom remains committed to innovation within VMware’s portfolio. VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) continues as the flagship solution for private cloud, delivering:
- On-Premise Security & Resilience: Offering public cloud agility with on-premise control.
- Flexible Cost Management: Minimising total cost of ownership across on-premise, edge, and public or partner cloud environments. The expanded VCF portfolio offers more choice and scalability to meet the unique needs of businesses, with both VMware vSphere Enterprise Plus and VMware vSphere Standard available to meet varying computer virtualisation needs.
Why These Changes Matter to You
This announcement reflects Broadcom’s dedication to supporting customers with flexible, value-driven options. The enhanced VMware offerings include:
- Flexible Subscription Options: Tailored subscription lengths, pricing, and payment terms within a per-core subscription model.
- Customer-Centric Choices: Broadcom’s adjustments come from listening to customer feedback, ensuring VMware solutions meet evolving needs.
With these updates, Broadcom reinforces its commitment to delivering impactful changes that align with their customer-first strategy. Get ready to optimise your data center with the latest VMware capabilities and experience the renewed power of vSphere and Cloud Foundation offerings!
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