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Intel’s Presence at ManageFusion Orlando 2008

Terry Cutler — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 19:38:04 GMT

Come see us at ManageFusion 2008 in Orlando!!

October 14-16, 2008

JW Marriott Grande Lakes, Orlando

http://www.managefusion.com/

This is your opportunity to talk with the experts face-to-face, experience the technology, hear how others are utilizing the technology, and more!!

Here's a quick summary of the Intel lineup

Intel Booth (#1)

See compelling Intel® vPro technology demos focusing on: Dynamic Virtual Client (streaming applications), manageability and client-initiated remote access.

Take part in the Intel Passport Program and receive a bamboo running cap. Also, enter to win an Intel® Centrino® notebook.

Participate in the IT Quest and get a T-shirt. And, you can enter to win an Intel® Centrino® notebook.

Tuesday, October 14

Opening Keynote: 9-10:30 am

Gregory Bryant takes part in Steve Morton's road trip.

Hands-On Lab: 10:45 -11:45 am

AP L02: Eliminate Network Attacks during Remote Software Deployment

Abstract: Protecting networks and PCs from potential threats is a full-time job; however, Intel® vPro^TM^ technology can help IT administrators streamline the process and better protect clients and block network access. Network filtering software is commonly used to protect the network from a client, or protect the client from a potential threat on the network. Intel vPro technology enables IT administrators to easily deploy software without making a deskside visit and even though the filter is engaged, the Notification Server can still manage the client. During this lab, attendees will learn how to deliver software and update the client while the network filters are engaged.

Instructors: John Dickensheets (ITS), Terry Cutler (Intel), Lee Bender (Symantec)

Breakout Session: 2:15-3:15 pm

AP B05: Implement Intel® vPro Technology Today

This session will give you a nuts to bolts overview of what's needed to realize the benefits of implementing Intel® vPro technology. During the session attendees will learn which OEMs are using Intel vPro technology in their PCs, the value of the Intel/Symantec solution along with implementation options and tools that facilitate self activation. If that's not enough, you will also find out which partners can assist in implementation. This is a must-attend session for those who are Intel vPro technology-serious.

Instructors: Tracie Zenti (Intel) and Matt Bingham (Symantec)

Wednesday, October 15

Breakout Session: 10:30-11:30 am

AP B09: What's Keeping You Awake At Night? Interact with Industry Experts and IT Professionals.

Abstract: This session is designed to be an interactive Q&A with the audience. Peter Kastner, industry analyst will act as moderator and attendees will hear his take on industry trends, issues and what companies are facing when it comes to their IT infrastructure. Panel members will also discuss IT pain points and how to meet the ever-changing, end-user management and security needs. Material will also address how Intel and Symantec are helping IT organizations improve efficiencies, reduce costs and prepare for the future. Presentations will be brief with most of the time devoted to taking questions from the audience.

Panel Members: Peter Kastner (Industry Analyst), Chad Perniciaro (Valerent, Inc.), Kevin Unbedacht (Symantec), Josh Hilliker (Intel), and Other participants TBD

Hands-On Lab: 12:45 -1:45 pm

*AP L02: Eliminate Network Attacks during Remote Software Deployment*

Instructors: John Dickensheets (ITS), Terry Cutler (Intel), Lee Bender (Symantec)

The Intel vPro Technology Challenge Is Thrilling!

jlvb — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 19:30:17 GMT

At ManageFusion, we had the Intel vPro technology Challenge at the event - a competition where teams of two competed to find and fix a troubled PC. Each team had an opportunity to interact with Intel vPro technology based PCs from the Symantec Altiris Client Management Suite, and most had fun in the process! Check out the highlights from the Challenge.

"IT Utopia": What does it mean to you?

jlvb — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 18:24:46 GMT

At Intel, we're always looking for feedback on the way IT should be. Therefore, at ManageFusion, we had Intel customers, partners, and technical experts from Symantec and Intel tell us their meaning of IT Utopia. Hear their responses in the video below.

Intel Vice-President Gregory Bryant in Symantec ManageFusion keynote

jlvb — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:35:54 GMT

On April 8th, Intel Vice-President Gregory Bryant was part of the opening ManageFusion keynote led by Symantec's Steve Morton.

In the first part of the keynote, Steve talked about his travels to Intel to learn more about Intel vPro technology. Then Gregory talked about about how customers are realizing value today with Intel vPro technology through better remote management, better power management and better security policies - essentially allowing IT administrators to "levitate." View the first part of the keynote below:

Then, Gregory (along with Steve) introduced Ted Wilkinson, an IT Vice-President at Bank of NY-Mellon. He talked about his infrastructure of 47,000 PCs after the integration of Bank of NY with Mellon Bank, and how Intel vPro technology helps his new infrastructure with enhanced remote power control and remote remediation - which eliminates costs within his new infrastructure.

Also, Gregory discussed future Intel vPro technology directions - including:

The dynamic virtual client - which blends the manageability of thin clients with the ability to take advantage of the performance of thick clients
The ability to manage laptops and desktops that are outside of the corporate firewall starting with Intel vPro technology that come out mid 2008
The integration of hard drive encryption with Intel vPro technology starting in Q3'08 that is easy to manage

View the second part of the keynote with Gregory below:

Need information about upcoming events?

Kelsey_Witherow — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 22:03:38 GMT

Meet the Experts and Learn More About vPro at these Events!

Check out the new events page here: Learn the Latest and Greatest on vPro(tm) at these Events!

I put up a new page last week on the vPro Expert Center to inform the community about places where they can meet the experts and get more information on vPro. You can get an overview of the event including location, dates, classes offered, and even links for registration to attend. So far I've got the following five events & more will be coming soon:

Intel Developers Forum (IDF)
ManageFusion 2008 Conference
Intel Application and Desktop Virtualization Forum
Stay Ahead of the Curve: Virtualization and Security Best Practices
Microsoft Management Summit 2008