Migrate from
VMware, hyper-v or nutnix
to Proxmox
Experience Minimal Downtime, Greater Flexibility and Lower Costs.
FAQ
Why Consider Migrating from VMware to Proxmox?
- Cost Savings:
VMware is a commercial product with substantial licensing fees, especially for advanced features like vCenter and vMotion. Proxmox, on the other hand, is opensource and free to use. You only pay for optional enterprise support, making it ideal for organizations with tight budgets or those looking to optimize IT costs. - No Vendor Lock-in:
Proxmox is built on open-source technologies, giving you more flexibility and control over your infrastructure. You avoid vendor lock-in and gain the freedom to customize your environment as needed. - Integrated Management:
Proxmox provides a unified, web-based interface for managing both virtual machines and containers—no need for a separate management server like vCenter. This simplifies administration and reduces complexity. - Container Support:
Proxmox natively supports Linux containers LXC, allowing you to run lightweight, resource-efficient workloads alongside traditional VMs. VMware requires extra setup for containerization. - Built-in Backup and HA:
Proxmox includes built-in backup solutions and high availability features, reducing the need for third-party tools. VMware offers robust backup and disaster recovery, but often at an additional cost. - Community and Flexibility:
With Proxmox, you benefit from a vibrant open-source community and the flexibility to integrate with a wide range of open-source tools. VMware is backed by strong enterprise support, but Proxmox is catching up with its own support options.
When Should You Make the Switch?
- For SMBs and Labs:
If youʼre a small to medium-sized business, lab, or startup, Proxmox offers a costeffective, flexible solution with all the core features you need. - For Storage-Intensive or Linux Environments:
Proxmox excels in storage-heavy and Linux-friendly environments, with support for advanced storage options like ZFS and Ceph. - For Regaining Control:
Organizations looking to reduce dependency on proprietary software and regain control over their IT stack will find Proxmox especially appealing.
Migration Tips
- Assess Your Workloads:
Identify which workloads can be migrated and which might require special attention. - Test in Non-Critical Environments:
Start by migrating development or test environments to ensure compatibility and stability. - Leverage Migration Tools:
Use tools like qemu-img or Proxmoxʼs built-in import features to transfer VMs from VMware. - Monitor and Optimize:
After migration, monitor performance and optimize configurations as needed.
Why Choose Computer Port IT Solutions for Your Proxmox Migration?
- Expert Migration: Over 10 years of partnership with Proxmox and deep VMware expertise
ensure a smooth transition. - Minimal Downtime: Automated migration tools and proven processes minimize disruption
to your business . - Cost Savings: Proxmox is open-source and free—no expensive VMware licensing fees.
- Enterprise-Grade Features: Enjoy live migration, high availability, and built-in backup—all
included. - Community & Support: Benefit from a robust open-source community and optional paid
enterprise support
Our Migration Process
- Free Infrastructure Audit: We assess your current VMware setup to ensure compatibility
and readiness. - Custom Migration Plan: Tailored to your business needs, with clear timelines and minimal
risk. - Automated Migration: Leverage our integrated import wizard for seamless VM transfers.
- Testing & Validation: We validate migrated VMs in a test environment before going live.
- Go-Live with Confidence: Switch to Proxmox with full support and ongoing optimization.
What You Get?
- Zero to Minimal Downtime: Keep your business running during migration.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Save on licensing and future-proof your infrastructure.
- No Vendor Lock-In: Enjoy the flexibility of open-source technology.
- Comprehensive Support: From planning to post-migration, weʼve got you covered.
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