HyTrust offers managers and administrators of VMware's ESX virtual infrastructure a centralized, single point of control for hypervisor configuration, compliance, and access management that is both secure and easy to use through ordinary Web browsers. <br />We tested the RC version of the product in March 2009 by making a remote connection to HyTrust's own test lab. <br />Supports: -- ESX version 3.5 only (not ESXi) -- Works with Internet Explorer and Firefox, most current versions. -- Both Windows Server 2003/2008 domain controllers <br /><br />Price: $7,500 for the appliance ($3,000 for software only) plus $500 per CPU ESX socket protected plus 25% for maintenance and support per year. Free version available to protect up to three ESX hosts but without any support contract. <br /><br />Pros: -- A solid collection of tools to secure your VMware ESX infrastructure -- Integrates with Active Directory and VMware vCenter policies -- Fully functional freeware version allows for experimenting and learning before purchase <br /><br />Cons: -- Limited to ESX currently -- Log viewer could be better integrated into the product HyTrust Appliance 1975 W. El Camino Real, Suite 203 Mountain View, CA 94040 650-681-8100 hytrust.com
