VergeIO, the leading VMware alternative, today announced an update to VergeFabric, an integrated Software-Defined Networking (SDN) solution built into VergeOS. Unlike standalone SDN offerings, VergeFabric delivers enterprise-grade networking without licensing fees, dedicated controller VMs, or vendor lock-in, making SDN more accessible and cost-effective for organizations of all sizes.
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“Integrating SDN directly into VergeOS enables organizations to modernize their network infrastructure without additional costs or complexity—a game-changer for those leaving VMware.”
As businesses transition from VMware, many overlook networking, yet it offers an opportunity to extend infrastructure savings beyond just the hypervisor.
Most organizations continue to use proprietary networking hardware and appliances because of VMware’s NSX licensing costs and operational complexity. VergeFabric makes cost-effective networking available to data centers of all sizes by embedding advanced networking capabilities directly into VergeOS. This enables seamless network virtualization, security enforcement, and multi-site connectivity without additional infrastructure costs.
The Benefits of SDN—If It Were Affordable
SDN has long been recognized for its ability to simplify network management, enhance security, and improve agility. However, due to high licensing costs, complex deployments, and vendor lock-in, it has remained out of reach for many organizations.
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If SDN were truly affordable and seamlessly integrated, IT teams could:
- Eliminate proprietary networking hardware costs – Avoid expensive, vendor-specific networking appliances and switches.
- Improve security at no additional cost – Implement built-in VM and VDC-level segmentation to block lateral movement of threats without adding external firewalls or VLAN appliances.
- Automate network management – Remove manual configuration tasks, reduce errors, and improve overall infrastructure agility.
- Support multi-site workloads effortlessly – Establish software-defined interconnectivity between on-prem, edge, and cloud environments without complex VPNs or expensive WAN solutions.
Breaking the Barriers to SDN Adoption
Traditional SDN solutions, including VMware NSX, require expensive per-core licensing, dedicated virtual machines, and complex configurations that limit adoption. VergeFabric removes these obstacles by providing:
- Integrated SDN at no additional cost – Included with VergeOS, VergeFabric eliminates the need for standalone SDN software or per-core licensing fees.
- Simplified network management – Fully integrated within the VergeOS management interface, reducing complexity and streamlining operations.
- No dedicated SDN VMs required – Unlike VMware NSX, VergeFabric does not consume CPU or memory resources with separate controller VMs.
- Seamless multi-site connectivity – Built-in tools for secure, software-defined interconnectivity between remote data centers.
- Enhanced security and segmentation – VM and Virtual Data Center (VDC)-level security without external firewalls or VLAN complexities.
“With VergeFabric, we are removing the cost and complexity barriers that have historically stalled SDN adoption,” said Yan Ness, CEO of VergeIO. “Integrating SDN directly into VergeOS enables organizations to modernize their network infrastructure without additional costs or complexity—a game-changer for those leaving VMware.”
A Seamless Networking Transition for VMware Customers
As VMware customers seek cost-effective alternatives, VergeFabric allows them to extend infrastructure savings beyond the hypervisor and to the network. By integrating with existing network hardware and providing a gradual adoption path, organizations can transition to a software-defined network architecture at their own pace.
For organizations planning their post-VMware infrastructure, VergeFabric ensures that networking is no longer an afterthought—but rather a key component of a cost-effective, high-performance IT strategy.
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