Open-E VMware Ready

Open-E, Inc. is announcing that the Open-E DSS V6 (Data Storage Software V6) has achieved the VMware Ready status. This designation indicates that DSS V6 (Data Storage Software V6) has passed a detailed evaluation and testing process managed by VMware and is now listed on the VMware Hardware Compatibility List.

Passing the extensive VMware specified testing helps ensure that Open-E Data Storage Software V6 (DSS V6) offers the best use with VMware technology and is ready for deployment in customer environments.

"We are pleased that Open-E DSS V6 qualifies for the VMware Ready logo, signifying to customers that it has passed specific VMware testing and interoperability criteria and is ready to run in production environments," said Bernie Mills, senior director, alliance programs, VMware.

"We are very pleased that our comprehensive testing of VMware vSphere 4.0 with DSS V6 have resulted in an industry ‘must-have’ solution for enhancing storage consolidation and complete data protection for organizations operating in a VMware environment," said Krzysztof Franek, President and CEO of Open-E. "VMware vSphere delivers the highest levels of performance, scalability and robustness required for enterprise storage environments and our combined solution will now allow datacenters to provision their storage easily and cost-effectively. Moreover, the solution offers enhanced functionality with built-in data protection; virtualization; backup and recovery; and volume replication for disaster recovery – all with virtually any connectivity."

The VMware Ready program is a VMware co-branding program for qualified partner products and is a benefit of the VMware Technology Alliance Partner (TAP) program. With more than 1,300 members worldwide, the VMware TAP program works with best-of-breed technology partners to provide them a comprehensive set of VMware technical and marketing services, support, tools and expertise to deliver enhanced value to joint customers.

Open-E DSS V6 (Data Storage Software V6) can be found within the online VMware Partner Product Catalog. Hardware products can be found within the online VMware Hardware Compatibility List.