VergeIO, the
leading VMware alternative, today announced an update to VergeFabric, an
integrated Software-Defined Networking (SDN) solution built into VergeOS.
Unlike standalone SDN offerings, VergeFabric delivers enterprise-grade
networking without licensing fees, dedicated controller VMs, or vendor lock-in,
making SDN more accessible and cost-effective for organizations of all
sizes.
As
businesses transition from VMware, many overlook networking, yet it offers an
opportunity to extend infrastructure savings beyond just the hypervisor.
Most
organizations continue to use proprietary networking hardware and appliances
because of VMware's NSX licensing costs and operational complexity. VergeFabric
makes cost-effective networking available to data centers of all sizes by
embedding advanced networking capabilities directly into VergeOS. This enables
seamless network virtualization, security enforcement, and multi-site
connectivity without additional infrastructure costs.
The Benefits of SDN-If It
Were Affordable
SDN has long
been recognized for its ability to simplify network management, enhance
security, and improve agility. However, due to high licensing costs, complex
deployments, and vendor lock-in, it has remained out of reach for many
organizations.
If SDN were
truly affordable and seamlessly integrated, IT teams could:
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Eliminate proprietary networking
hardware costs - Avoid expensive, vendor-specific networking appliances and
switches.
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Improve security at no additional
cost - Implement built-in VM and VDC-level segmentation to block lateral
movement of threats without adding external firewalls or VLAN appliances.
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Automate network management - Remove
manual configuration tasks, reduce errors, and improve overall infrastructure
agility.
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Support multi-site workloads
effortlessly - Establish software-defined interconnectivity between on-prem,
edge, and cloud environments without complex VPNs or expensive WAN
solutions.
Breaking the Barriers to
SDN Adoption
Traditional
SDN solutions, including VMware NSX, require expensive per-core licensing,
dedicated virtual machines, and complex configurations that limit adoption.
VergeFabric removes these obstacles by providing:
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Integrated SDN at no additional cost
- Included with VergeOS, VergeFabric eliminates the need for standalone SDN
software or per-core licensing fees.
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Simplified network management -
Fully integrated within the VergeOS management interface, reducing complexity
and streamlining operations.
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No dedicated SDN VMs required -
Unlike VMware NSX, VergeFabric does not consume CPU or memory resources with
separate controller VMs.
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Seamless multi-site connectivity -
Built-in tools for secure, software-defined interconnectivity between remote
data centers.
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Enhanced security and segmentation -
VM and Virtual Data Center (VDC)-level security without external firewalls or
VLAN complexities.
"With VergeFabric, we are removing the cost and complexity
barriers that have historically stalled SDN adoption," said Yan Ness, CEO of
VergeIO. "Integrating SDN directly into VergeOS enables organizations to
modernize their network infrastructure without additional costs or complexity-a
game-changer for those leaving VMware."
A Seamless Networking
Transition for VMware Customers
As VMware
customers seek cost-effective alternatives, VergeFabric allows them to extend
infrastructure savings beyond the hypervisor and to the network. By integrating
with existing network hardware and providing a gradual adoption path,
organizations can transition to a software-defined network architecture at
their own pace.
For
organizations planning their post-VMware infrastructure, VergeFabric ensures
that networking is no longer an afterthought-but rather a key component of a
cost-effective, high-performance IT strategy.
Availability & More
Information
VergeFabric
is available immediately as part of VergeOS. To learn more, visit VergeIO's
website https://www.verge.io/advanced-networking-with-vergeio/ and/or join
the upcoming webinar:
📅 Date: Thursday, March 13
⏰
Time: 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT
📍 Live Webinar + Interactive Q&A
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