Vtalpha-ES (ES-systems) Product Description

This document describes vtAlpha-ES, a product that allows Alpha computer systems to be moved to a modern environment (X86 hardware, virtual machine, or cloud) without software migration. vtAlpha-ES emulates the original Alpha hardware interfaces, enabling existing Alpha software to run unchanged. It supports various Alpha system variants and is designed to replace mid-range Alpha computer systems like the AlphaServer ES40, ES45, and ES47. The solution offers flexibility in storage, network, and serial line configurations, leveraging modern IT infrastructures. It also includes a secure environment, a management tool (vtMonitor), and flexible licensing options, including a disaster recovery license. vtAlpha-ES is a bare-metal installation, meaning it runs directly on the host hardware without requiring a pre-installed operating system.