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Figure 8. The user interface for HP Insight Orchestration software includes a catalog of templates in a self-service portal. For more information about Insight Orchestration, refer to www.hp.com/go/insightdynamics. Conclusion Virtual machine technology for x86-based servers is being incorporated into data centers at levels that are causing a true paradigm shift for IT administrators. HP is integrating third-party virtual machine technology into ProLiant platforms to offer out-of-the-box machine abstraction offerings from several different vendors. These integrated solutions include core HP server management tools that help customers optimize IT infrastructure, save time, and apply upgrades easily and reliably. Because of their flexibility, ProLiant servers, and especially BladeSystem servers, provide a natural platform for virtual machine implementations: Hardware redundancy and availability Embedded intelligence with Integrated Lights-Out management and Onboard Administrator (BladeSystem) Capabilities for large memory, processing, and I/O footprints Wide range of storage options including boot-from SAN, shared storage, direct-attached hot-plug SAS drives, and Smart Array Controller options Power management tools: - Power meter for monitoring server power consumption use - Power Regulator for higher server efficiency 14