VCF 9.1 Rollout: Your Roadmap for the New VMware Release Strategy

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The new predictable release cadence offers great visibility, with early environments smoothly paving the way for 9.1. Learn how to maximize your platform longevity. And please don’t forget that 9.0 lifecycle ends before vSphere 8! so The new predictable release cadence offers great visibility, with early environments smoothly paving the way for 9.1. Learn how to maximize your platform longevity. And please don’t forget that 9.0 lifecycle ends before vSphere 8! If you thought migrating to VCF 9.0 meant you could sit back and relax for a few years, a closer look at the new release schedule reveals why that is a misconception.

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VMware Good2know [CW21]

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This week’s newsletter is packed with essential updates for the VMware community. We dive deep into the official launch of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.1, exploring its new features designed to improve efficiency, accelerate modern app delivery, and strengthen cyber resilience in a sustainable ‚Green IT‘ landscape. We also highlight critical security guidance with a breakdown of VMSA-2026-0003, providing immediate steps to patch and protect your virtual infrastructure. Beyond these headlines, you’ll find curated resources on Private AI, infrastructure economics, and the latest Knowledge Base articles to streamline your operations. Read the full brief to stay ahead.

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VMware Good2know [CW19]

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This blog post delivers a comprehensive VMware newsletter update with a primary focus on the features and announcement of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.1. It compiles an extensive list of official resources, videos, and technical deep-dives detailing how VCF 9.1 optimizes infrastructure economics, modernizes storage, and accelerates production AI deployments with a lower total cost of ownership. The newsletter also highlights crucial updates on edge computing, Kubernetes integration, cyber resilience, and advanced data services. For IT administrators, the post provides critical operational data, including the release of VMmark 4.1.0 and upcoming End of Support (EOS) deadlines for specific VMware Fusion and Workstation versions. Finally, it acts as a quick troubleshooting reference by cataloging essential new and updated Knowledge Base articles to resolve urgent infrastructure bugs.

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VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1

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VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1 marks a major milestone in the evolution of modern private cloud infrastructure. This comprehensive resource collection brings together the best technical deep dives, podcasts, and announcements covering the entire VCF 9.1 stack. From the introduction of Production AI and enhanced GPU support to breakthrough storage innovations like vSAN Global Deduplication and Auto RAID, VCF 9.1 is built for efficiency and cyber resilience. Explore our curated list of blog posts, YouTube sessions, and expert interviews to understand how VCF 9.1 simplifies operations, scales smarter, and lowers TCO for the next generation of workloads.

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VMware Good2know [CW18]

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This week I focus on the latest updates to the VMware portfolio. We take a look at the latest releases of VMware Live Recovery and vSphere Replication, as well as the groundbreaking transition to the unified versioning scheme for VCF 9.0. Also: All the details on registering for VMware Explore 2026 in Las Vegas, important end-of-support dates for Fusion and Workstation, and a curated list of new KB articles for troubleshooting issues in your infrastructure.

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VMware Good2know [CW17]

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In this week’s VMware Good2know (CW17), we round up the latest vital information for VMware professionals. Get ready for VMware Explore 2026 Las Vegas with registration details, and discover critical product updates, including VMware Live Recovery 9.0.5.1, Aria Operations 8.18, and several Security Advisories. Most importantly, we highlight the upcoming End of General Support for key products, so you can plan your upgrades without disruption.

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VMware Good2know [CW16]

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This week’s digest covers the latest developments and essential information from the VMware ecosystem for Calendar Week 16. Highlights include a curated summary of new product releases and updates, a selection of high-impact Knowledge Base (KB) articles for troubleshooting and optimization, recently published Security Advisories (VMSAs) to keep your environment secure, and notable blog posts and tools from the broader VMware community. Save time and stay informed with this efficient weekly wrap-up.

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VMware Good2know [CW14]

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In this week’s VMware digest for CW14, we dive into essential updates for the community. Key highlights include critical Knowledge Base articles on HCX migration and Aria-to-VCF 9.0 upgrade paths, alongside the call for proposals for VMware Explore 2026. We also cover the latest TAM Management Pack release, upcoming End of Support dates for Fusion and Workstation, and new troubleshooting resources like the CPU flow diagram. Stay ahead with our comprehensive summary of everything „Good to know“ in the VMware ecosystem.

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VMware Good 2 know [CW11]

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In thise edition of VMware Good 2 Know [CW11], you will find everything you need to know about the VMware ecosystem. This week’s focus is on critical lifecycle updates, with particular attention required for the upcoming End-of-Support dates in June for the Cloud Director Object Storage Extension and popular desktop hypervisors like Fusion and Workstation. Alongside current security advisories for Aria Operations and Workstation, the post provides a deep dive into brand-new Knowledge Base articles, covering everything from VCF deployment challenges to specific network configurations.

Additionally, we highlight technical breakthroughs such as NVMe Memory Tiering in VCF 9.0 and the General Availability of Holodeck 9.0.2. The update is rounded off with a schedule of global VMUG Connect events and a first look at VMware Explore 2026 in Las Vegas. It is a compact 360-degree overview for admins and tech enthusiasts who want to stay ahead of critical updates and community events.

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