VKernel Modeler: No-Cost Alternative to VMware CapacityIQ

VKernel is today making perpetual licenses of its Modeler software completely free until December 31, 2009.  VKernel Modeler is a free alternative to the expensive VMware vCenter CapacityIQ and can be downloaded at http://www.vkernel.com/free.

Recognizing that VMware CapacityIQ’s capacity planning and ‘what if’ functionality is roughly equivalent to VKernel Modeler, Vkernel is offering anyone that downloads Modeler between now and December 31, 2009 free perpetual licensing for unlimited CPU sockets.

The free Modeler software provides VMware customers the ability to quickly plan, simulate, and validate hundreds of real-world “what if” VM deployment and resource allocation scenarios in an interactive sandbox before going live in the production environment.  With VKernel Modeler, user can perform:

• Capacity Planning               
• Interactive “What If” Modeling Scenarios   
• Proactive Problem Prevention
• Predictive Capacity Impact Analysis
  

Compared to the $1,000+ per processor pricing of CapacityIQ, free Modeler is a great, no-cost alternative.