Migrating Without VDDK: Inside Nutanix Move 6.3.3 DirectPath

When VMware’s VDDK downloads disappeared, a lot of migration plans stalled overnight. Nutanix’s answer was to build a new path. In this episode of Nutanix Weekly, XenTegra’s Chris Calhoun is joined by Nutanix SE Marcus Barton and XenTegra Solutions Architect Andy Greene to break down Nutanix Move 6.3.3 DirectPath and what it means for teams moving off VMware.They cover:Why the loss of VDDK disrupted so many VMware migrationsHow Move DirectPath reads VM disks directly from the source cluster, with no VDDK requiredWhy Move 6.3.3 is a separate, fresh-install release, and when to use the 6.3.1 branch insteadMigration paths across VMware, AHV, Nutanix Cloud Clusters, public cloud, and Hyper-VWhen rebuilding workloads like domain controllers and large databases beats migrating themHow to prepare: appliance placement, snapshot cleanup, datastore headroom, and starting with a small pilotOther new features in the Move 6.3 familyPlanning a move to Nutanix? XenTegra can help you size, plan, and run your migration. Reach us at [email protected] or www.xentegra.com.

Thinking about Nutanix but not sure where to start? In this episode of Nutanix Weekly, XenTegra Solutions Architects Chris Calhoun and Andy Greene trade the usual blog breakdown for a fireside chat. Both spent years as Nutanix SEs, and Chris was a Nutanix customer before that, so they've seen the platform from every side.They cover:- How each of them came around to hyperconverged infrastructure- What changes when you move from the vendor side to the partner side- What customers are asking for as hypervisor renewals and hardware costs climb- The step-by-step path from discovery call to a running cluster, using Nutanix Collector, Sizer, Test Drive, and Nutanix Move- Myths and lessons from the field- A lightning round on underrated features: X-Play, built-in reporting, and microsegmentationWant to talk it through in person? Join us at an upcoming Nutanix Lunch & Learn: https://www.xentegra.com/events/Try Nutanix yourself: https://www.nutanix.com/test-driveQuestions about your environment? Reach us at [email protected] or www.xentegra.com.#Nutanix #HCI #HybridCloud #XenTegra

Disaster recovery is no longer just about backups. It is about resiliency, recovery speed, cyber readiness, and operational flexibility.In this episode of Nutanix Weekly, Phil Sellers is joined by Andy Greene and Chris Calhoun from XenTegra to break down Nutanix Multi-Cloud Snapshot Technology (MST) and how organizations are using it to modernize disaster recovery without overspending on infrastructure.The conversation explores how MST enables organizations to replicate snapshots to S3-compatible storage providers like AWS S3, Azure Blob Storage, Google Cloud, Wasabi, Backblaze, and Nutanix Objects to improve resiliency, optimize storage costs, and simplify long-term retention.The team also discusses:Nutanix Instant Restore in NCI 7.5.1Faster VM recovery and improved availabilityRansomware and clean room recovery strategiesPilot light vs. zero compute DR modelsHybrid cloud resiliencyLong-term snapshot retentionBalancing recovery objectives with budget realitiesWhether you are building a modern DR strategy or evaluating new approaches to cyber resilience, this episode provides practical insight into how Nutanix MST helps organizations stay available when it matters most.

In this episode of XenTegra’s Nutanix Weekly, Andy Greene, Chris Calhoun, and Marcus Barton explore the emerging world of AI agents, MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers, and what they mean for the future of enterprise automation. Inspired by Dwayne Lessner’s blog post, “The Agent Stops Writing the Script, It Becomes the Script,” the discussion dives into how Nutanix v4 APIs and NCM 2.0 are enabling a new model where AI agents interact directly with infrastructure instead of simply generating scripts.The team breaks down the differences between traditional scripting, code generation, and agentic AI workflows, while also discussing security guardrails, RBAC controls, hybrid multi-cloud implications with NC2 and GC2, and how AI-driven operations may fundamentally reshape enterprise IT management.If you're interested in Nutanix, automation, AI infrastructure, hybrid cloud, or the future of intelligent operations, this episode delivers practical insights into where the industry is heading next.

Supply chain disruption is forcing IT leaders to rethink how infrastructure is planned, deployed, and managed.In this episode of Nutanix Weekly, Philip Sellers is joined by Marcus Barton from Nutanix along with XenTegra Solutions Architects Andy Greene and Chris Calhoun to discuss how organizations are adapting to rising hardware costs, extended lead times, AI-driven infrastructure demand, and evolving operational challenges.The team explores why flexibility, workload portability, and hybrid cloud strategy are becoming essential components of modern infrastructure planning. From Nutanix Cloud Clusters (NC2) to extending hardware lifecycles and supporting multi-vendor environments, the conversation focuses on practical ways organizations can maintain momentum despite ongoing supply chain uncertainty.Topics include: AI infrastructure demand and supply chain pressure  Hybrid cloud and workload portability  Nutanix Cloud Clusters (NC2)  Multi-vendor infrastructure flexibility  Extending hardware lifecycles  Security and compliance considerations  Infrastructure resilience and modernization  Automation and lifecycle management As organizations continue balancing operational stability with digital transformation initiatives, infrastructure adaptability is quickly becoming a business necessity.Read the related blog: How Nutanix Helps IT Teams Navigate Supply Chain Volatility

Season 2 of Nutanix Weekly kicks off with a live recap of Nutanix .NEXT—cutting through the noise to focus on what actually matters.Join Philip Sellers and the XenTegra team as they break down the biggest announcements, from enterprise AI and agentic workflows to new partnerships, hybrid multi-cloud advancements, and expanded freedom of choice across the platform.This is not a highlight reel. It is your roadmap.In this episode, you will get: The real impact of Nutanix’s AI strategy and what “AI factories” mean for your environment  Key partnership updates with NVIDIA, AMD, NetApp, and more  What’s changing with storage, cloud, and workload flexibility  How Nutanix is doubling down on simplicity, security, and scalability  Clear next steps to turn .NEXT insights into action If you are evaluating your next move, exploring alternatives, or looking to get more out of your current environment, this episode gives you the clarity to move forward with confidence.Start Season 2 with what matters most. 

This season, we go deeper into hybrid and multi-cloud strategy, real-world use cases, and how organizations are simplifying IT with Nutanix.Expect clear insights. Real conversations. And practical next steps you can act on.If you’re navigating on-prem, cloud, or both, this is your weekly edge.Episode 1 Drops soon! Stay tuned!

Nutanix is excited to announce the upcoming tech-preview of Elastic SAN support for Nutanix Cloud Clusters (NC2) on Azure solution and the ability to easily move workloads from Azure VMware Solution (AVS) to NC2 on Azure with the Nutanix Move migration tool.Blog Post: https://www.nutanix.com/blog/elastic-san-and-nutanix-move-for-azure-vmware-solution-with-nc2Host: Phil Sellers, XenTegraCo-Host: Jirah Cox, NutanixCo-Host: Chris Calhoun, XenTegra

As Kubernetes® continues to reign as the worldwide container orchestration system of choice, many organizations and independent software vendors (ISVs) are realizing that its capabilities could be an essential key to ongoing and future business success.Blog: https://www.nutanix.com/blog/how-a-complete-and-open-kubernetes-platform-can-future-proof-your-business by Dan CiruliHost: Phil Sellers, XenTegraCo-Host: Jirah Cox, NutanixCo-Host: Andy Greene, XenTegraCo-Host: Chris Calhoun, XenTegra

So far in 2025, enterprises have faced a surge in sophisticated cyberattacks — with ransomware, data breaches, and social engineering attacks dominating the threat landscape. AI is playing an increasing role in attacks. Almost 9 in 10 global organizations (87%) faced an AI-powered cyber attack in the last year. Recent cuts in funding for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) may add to the cyber risks that enterprises face. Blog Post: https://www.nutanix.com/blog/engineered-differently-built-in-security-across-platform-data-network-and-apps#Host: Phil Sellers, XenTegraCo-Host: Jirah Cox, NutanixCo-Host: Andy Greene, XenTegraCo-Host: Chris Calhoun, XenTegra