Virtualization allows multiple isolated System 800xA nodes - including servers, operator workstations, and engineering stations, to run on a single physical host server. By decoupling software from hardware, virtualization transforms your automation infrastructure into a flexible, resilient, and efficient platform aligned with modern IT best practices.
System 800xA can achieve higher availability and functionality with the use of less hardware when installed in a virtualized environment. System 800xA Servers and Operator Workplaces can be deployed as virtual machines enabling end users to realize the multiple benefits that virtualization can bring.
Rapid deployment of new systems without extensive hardware provisioning. Easy system upgrades - test offline, deploy with minimal downtime. Create virtual copies for training and safe experimentation. Simplified troubleshooting with centralized monitoring and control.
Both solutions below deliver proven stability, extensive feature sets for redundancy and disaster recovery, and compatibility with System 800xA.
Microsoft Hyper-V
A Type 1 hypervisor that runs directly on hardware. Hyper-V excels at server consolidation, provides dynamic memory allocation, and supports live migration. Ideal for organizations leveraging Microsoft infrastructure and integrated with Windows Server 2022/2025 environments.
VMware vSphere ESXi
A bare-metal Type 1 hypervisor widely deployed in enterprise data centers. VMware ESXi offers exceptional performance, advanced security through minimal attack surface, and powerful centralized management via vCenter Server. Preferred for large-scale deployments with thousands of virtual machines.
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