Chapter 7. Steps to Provisioning Your Cloud Infrastructure

5.In Secondary Storage, click View All.

6.In Select View, choose Secondary Staging Store.

7.Click the Add NFS Secondary Staging Store button.

8.Fill out the dialog box fields, then click OK:

•Zone. The zone where the NFS Secondary Staging Store is to be located.

•NFS server. The name of the zone's Secondary Staging Store.

•Path. The path to the zone's Secondary Staging Store.

7.9. Initialize and Test

After everything is configured, CloudPlatform will perform its initialization. This can take 30 minutes or more, depending on the speed of your network. When the initialization has completed successfully, the administrator's Dashboard should be displayed in the CloudPlatform UI.

1.Verify that the system is ready. In the left navigation bar, select Templates. Click on the CentOS 5.5 (64bit) no Gui (KVM) template. Check to be sure that the status is "Download Complete." Do not proceed to the next step until this status is displayed.

2.Go to the Instances tab, and filter by My Instances.

3.Click Add Instance and follow the steps in the wizard.

a.Choose the zone you just added.

b.In the template selection, choose the template to use in the VM. If this is a fresh installation, likely only the provided CentOS template is available.

c.Select a service offering. Be sure that the hardware you have allows starting the selected service offering.

d.In data disk offering, if desired, add another data disk. This is a second volume that will be available to but not mounted in the guest. For example, in Linux on XenServer you will see / dev/xvdb in the guest after rebooting the VM. A reboot is not required if you have a PV- enabled OS kernel in use.

e.In default network, choose the primary network for the guest. In a trial installation, you would have only one option here.

f.Optionally give your VM a name and a group. Use any descriptive text you would like.

g.Click Launch VM. Your VM will be created and started. It might take some time to download the template and complete the VM startup. You can watch the VM’s progress in the Instances screen.

4.

To use the VM, click the View Console button.

For more information about using VMs, including instructions for how to allow incoming network traffic to the VM, start, stop, and delete VMs, and move a VM from one host to another, see Working With Virtual Machines in the Administrator’s Guide.

Congratulations! You have successfully completed a CloudPlatform Installation.

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4.2 specifications

Citrix Systems, a leading provider of virtualization solutions and cloud computing technologies, released version 4.2 of its popular software, Citrix XenApp, which was previously known as Presentation Server. This version marked a significant evolution in providing users with remote access to applications and desktops, emphasizing simplicity, performance, and security.

One of the standout features of Citrix XenApp 4.2 is its improved application streaming capabilities. This technology allows applications to be delivered to users in real-time, reducing the need for extensive local installations and enhancing the user experience. With application streaming, administrators can efficiently manage applications on a central server while ensuring that users have immediate access to the necessary tools.

Another highlight of this version is the enhanced security measures put in place to protect sensitive data. Citrix XenApp 4.2 includes support for SSL encryption, providing a secure communication channel for data transmitted between the server and clients. This is particularly crucial for businesses that need to comply with strict data protection regulations. Additionally, the integration of endpoint security features ensures that unauthorized access to applications is minimized.

Performance enhancements are also a critical focus in this release. Citrix optimized the delivery of applications over various network conditions, ensuring that users experience minimal latency regardless of their location. This was achieved through the incorporation of SmartAccess and SmartControl technologies, which allow administrators to set policies based on user roles, device types, and network conditions. This level of granularity enables organization-wide security without compromising on usability.

The user experience was further improved with a revamped interface, making it easier for end-users to access their applications and data. Simplified menus, clear navigation paths, and the ability to customize user settings contributed to a more efficient workflow, allowing users to focus on their tasks rather than struggling with the software.

Finally, Citrix XenApp 4.2 was designed to be highly scalable. Organizations of all sizes could deploy this solution to deliver applications efficiently, adapting to their specific needs as their user base grows or changes. This flexibility is crucial for businesses looking to future-proof their IT investments while maintaining optimal performance.

In summary, Citrix XenApp 4.2 stands out with its enhanced application streaming, robust security features, improved performance under varying conditions, user-friendly interface, and scalability, making it an ideal choice for organizations seeking to leverage virtualization for remote access to applications and desktops.
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