VMware Cloud on AWS Migration Solution Brief

This solution brief outlines the integration of VMware Cloud on AWS with Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP, designed to facilitate the migration of data-intensive VMware workloads to the cloud. It addresses the challenges enterprises face in moving their storage-demanding workloads, which have historically been complex and costly. The document details the benefits of this innovative solution, including reduced total cost of ownership (TCO) by decoupling storage from compute resources, allowing for independent scaling of storage. It emphasizes the importance of a unified operational experience, enabling consistent data management across on-premises and cloud environments. The brief also highlights the efficiency of using NetApp's mature AWS-native storage services, which can lead to significant cost savings and improved performance for VMware workloads. Additionally, it discusses the capabilities of FSx for ONTAP, including data protection, monitoring, and proactive support, ensuring a seamless transition to a hybrid cloud infrastructure.