Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization Engine is a specialized software solution designed to provide enterprise-grade virtualization capabilities. It focuses exclusively on deploying, managing, and scaling virtual machines (VMs) without the added complexity of containerization features. This streamlined platform offers a cost-efficient licensing model, enhanced scalability, and the flexibility to support future modernization efforts.

Key Features

Enhanced VM Support Improved capacity for managing virtual machines

• Supports up to 128 cores per bare-metal socket pair, doubling previous entitlements
• Allows for larger workloads using fewer servers

Cost-Efficient Licensing Straightforward and flexible subscription model

• Pay-for-what-you-need approach for bare-metal deployments
• Option to add virtual clusters using core-based subscriptions

Migration Toolkit Facilitates smooth transition from other virtualization environments

• Includes migration toolkit for virtualization
• Minimizes downtime and operational impacts during VM migration

Benefits

Simplified Management Streamlined platform for VM-centric operations

• Built specifically for virtualization without unnecessary complexity
• Ideal for enterprises requiring support and flexibility for VM-based workloads

Scalability Adaptable solution for growing virtualization needs

• Scales effectively for on-premise and public cloud deployments
• Supports consistent performance across diverse VM landscapes

Future-Ready Platform Positions organizations for future technological advancements

• Offers upgrade options for future innovation in containers and cloud-native development
• Provides a stable foundation for potential AI initiatives