XenServer 8 Unveiled: Navigating Hypervisor Upgrades and New Features

Join hosts Bill Sutton, Todd Smith, and Geremy Meyers for episode
175 of the Citrix Session Podcast as they dive into the critical
aspects of upgrading to XenServer 8. In this episode, they
discuss the impending end-of-life status of Citrix Hypervisor 8.2
cu1, scheduled for June 25th, 2025, highlighting the necessity
for users to transition to the newer XenServer 8. The team
outlines the enhanced features, including support for Windows 11
with VTPM, integrated PvS accelerator, added support for Nagios
and SNMP, and the revolutionary Xen Conversion Manager which
eases VM conversions. They also navigate through operational
tips, such as leveraging a content delivery network for updates
and the benefits of infrastructure as code with Terraform
support. Whether you’re planning a migration or looking to
optimize your Citrix workloads, this episode offers invaluable
insights into making the most of XenServer 8's capabilities.