Nexus Dashboard Simplifies Multiple Data Center Deployments

Our primary use of Nexus Dashboard was to implement Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator for data center to data center connectivity inside our ACI server distribution IP space with the multi-site capabilities. We initially used the platform to extend subnets from a legacy data center to a new data center location as part of migration efforts to close the legacy facility in preference for the new. This system allowed seamless network connectivity that helped all application migrations to be completed successfully. After this initial success, we activated a business recovery data center and implemented Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator multi-site services to that deployment as well. We are now easily able to have the same subnets active at both facilities within a full layer-3 framework allowing for easy application movement between the facilities.

We are in the process of deploying the full-stack visibility features of Nexus Dashboard into our ACI fabrics. Our desire for this is to not only have the traffic and system visibility but also to have controls for change management testing/verification and system upgrade planning. As our data center needs continue to grow, this platform can give us the confidence we need for effective system management.

As back end technologies continue to advance and offer extended solutions, the navigation and interaction with those systems can be challenging. This is especially challenging with small operational teams. A single pane application like Nexus Dashboard can help with not only simplification of access to these technologies but also offers a unified view that assists with navigation and task implementation.