Merit VirtualDataCenters
Introducing Merit VirtualDataCenters
As IT budgets continue to tighten, organizations are searching for ways to get more computing power without investing in additional physical hardware or expanding server rooms. A solution that more organizations are taking advantage of is Merit VirtualDataCenters (VDC). Through the virtualization of your systems, Merit VDCs enable continuous access to your secure data through the virtualization of resources, making them resistant to adverse circumstances and allowing you to consolidate existing servers to reduce costs.
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Why Use Merit VirtualDataCenters?
Customized Services- Provide a unique virtual data center environment for each Member in terms of computing capacity and storage capabilities to create the optimal system. Merit recognizes that each Member has specific needs and resources to be maintained, as well as varying amounts of information to be secured.
- Allow you to configure your own set of virtual servers for your business, educational, and/or research needs. Merit provides Members with the virtual shell that can be configured and designed as required by organizations. Your virtual servers can support diverse operating system and application choices, while keeping them safe and efficient for your specific purposes. Merit secures the framework of your VDC to ensure privacy and maximize functionality. You retain full control of your applications and data, allowing you to leverage your existing data management and backup systems.
- Implement a redundant, secure environment for your applications. Merit VirtualDataCenters leverage VMware's highly available capabilities to reduce downtime and prevent outages. VDCs are provided on an infrastructure operated by Merit, so you will not have to leave Merit's trusted network in order to access your virtual data center. Leverage your already in-place backup tools to maintain data continuity for your virtual servers.
- Expand your existing resources and reduce power requirements by consolidating your servers into a single virtual data center. Fewer platforms mean better management tools, fewer personnel requirements, and more availability for growth.
- Relocate high-visibility internet applications outside of your campus network to reduce congestion and increase availability.
Benefits of Virtual Data Centers
A Virtual Data Center (VDC) enables the sharing of hardware resources between multiple systems at the same time. By virtualizing your data and applications and storing them using Merit VirtualDataCenters, your information can be easily moved from one place to another if need be. This flexibility prevents data from being compromised and allows upgrades to be made with zero impact on functionality. The secure transference of data makes the most of your existing servers by increasing uptime and consolidating the resources that are already in motion, clearing up space for new opportunities.Merit VirtualDataCenters: Efficient Disaster Recovery For Less
Disaster Recovery (DR) services have become a priority for professional organizations, saving them vital resources, time, and money. Instead of using traditional DR methods, which require the physical duplication of your entire production infrastructure, Merit's Members use virtualization to ensure reliable recovery at a lower cost. With "active-active" delivery services (when two copies of your data are available) you can now efficiently store your information using Merit VirtualDataCenters.Active-Active Delivery Approach
Active-active delivery services work by virtually duplicating data and storing it on another server (creating "twin copies"), keeping both the original system and the copied system active at all times. In the event that one of the duplicates is not working properly, the user is redirected to its twin system automatically. While many organizations store both copies of their information on their own networks, this can be risky. In the event that their data center is destroyed, both copies of their information would be lost.
By using an active-active approach with Merit VirtualDataCenters, your duplicate information is stored securely on a Virtual Server, which can be directly accessed through Merit's trusted network. This saves users time and IT costs on depreciating, latent hardware.
Why Use Merit VirtualDataCenters For Disaster Recovery?
Lower datacenter costs by reducing your physical infrastructure. Virtualizing your data and storing it in Merit VirtualDataCenters allows you to repurpose existing servers and saves you the cost of buying and maintaining identical hardware in your data center. Less hardware due to virtualization leaves more capacity for expansion and requires less maintenance.
Data stored on a remote site on a trusted network. Unlike other disaster recovery services, you will have direct access to your recovered information on a reliable, secure network. If your data center becomes compromised, your information can be efficiently recovered through Merit's trusted services.
Make the most out of your existing resources. In consolidating your data using Merit VirtualDataCenters, you can spend less time managing duplicate hardware and more time furthering the goals that matter to your organization.
Pricing Information
Members may view pricing options and request the service in the Member Portal. You may also request a quote by contacting Merit Services by email at or by calling 734-527-5785.For more details about Merit VirtualDataCenters, contact a Merit Services representative at or call 734-527-5785.