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Charon-SSP creates a virtual replica of various SPARC family servers running on Linux on top of physical hardware or a Hypervisor, on premises or in the cloud.
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Charon-VAX replaces multiple versions of the VAX family of servers with a virtual equivalent running on modern x86 based hardware.
Charon-AXP emulates a wide variety of DEC AlphaServer systems allowing the original operating systems OpenVMS and True64 Unix and all host applications to run on modern Linux or Windows on modern hardware.
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Charon-PDP creates a virtual replica of the original PDP-11 hardware, allowing the RT-11, RSX-11, RSTS, and other operating systems and all software to run on modern hardware.
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SPARC servers that have been running for 15 or 20 years (or even longer) aren’t going to last forever. Most IT teams already know this. But knowing and acting are two different things.The real pressure hits when critical software, like an ERP systems or a financial applications, depends on aging...
Several industrial reports have stated that the SPARC systems still power 15-20% of the enterprise workloads in industries like telecom, manufacturing, energy, semiconductor fabs, and more. These industries have built their most critical operations on SPARC-based systems running Oracle Solaris operating systems and are still in operation. But working is...
When SPARC servers get older, they become risky and less productive. Disk controllers start to make mistakes. As the original manufacturer declares them end-of-life, it becomes harder to find replacement parts. Support contracts are coming to an end, and the engineers who know these systems inside and out are retiring...
Most IT leaders think legacy SPARC workloads are safe just because they’re working for the moment. That’s a myth. For example, let us consider a finance company still running payroll in a similar legacy environment. However, vendors no longer provide operating system or firmware patches for these systems. This increases...
CASE STUDY Imagine relying on a single physical host to support mission-critical production activities. That’s exactly where a leading Saudi Arabian cement manufacturer found itself. Their on-premises setup had no backup disaster recovery site, creating a single point of failure. High maintenance costs and limited expert support made it harder...
CASE STUDY ERP systems are crucial for the success of any business. However, running these systems on outdated SPARC hardware can lead to significant operational challenges. One of our clients, Orange Business, faced this exact issue. They needed to act quickly to ensure their business-critical processes remained operational. During this...
CASE STUDY The Challenge Legacy infrastructures are very popular among aging data centers. One of the big semiconductor giants, Rochester Electronics, relied on the circa 1996 Sun SPARC servers in their data centers. This native Sun hardware is obsolete and is no longer supported by the manufacturer. As this legacy...
CASE STUDY The Challenge The challenge faced by EIS Wire & Cable revolved around their heavy reliance on the AlphaServer ES40, which was launched in the late nighties. The were running a fully integrated business system, including proprietary Software and Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) software connecting to Record Management Systems...
Your SPARC infrastructure has been serving your business well for several decades. It means if the hardware fails, it will disrupt the operations, impacting the productivity and ROI. Also, Oracle has announced the end of support for SPARC hardware. The reality is that outdated SPARC hardware, combined with a lack...
AlphaServers have been operating your business's critical operations for decades now. Before they completely fail and shut down their operations, these legacy systems give you warning signs. When it does, you will have to struggle with concerns like lost revenue, downtime, data risks, lower productivity, and unhappy clients. The problem...
When aging PA-RISC hardware fails, companies find themselves regretting not planning ahead. Because once the system is down, getting things up and running is not easy. In fact, unplanned downtime can cost you millions and weaken customer trust. Is there a way to modernize without changing operating systems or taking...
Aging legacy infrastructure is prompting organizations to migrate to the cloud, yet many remain uncertain about how to carry out a successful migration project without exceeding their budgets or deadlines. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you keep track of your migration. Make sure to complete each step before...
For over 20 years, Stromasys’ Charon classic hardware emulation solutions have been aiding federal government offices virtualize their legacy hardware for modern x86 or cloud platforms. This has allowed the government, and key federal contractors, to continue running their trusted applications without modifications, recertification or retraining at typically a fraction...
At Stromasys, we provide a Stromasys Solution Partner program as a way for companies to grow the size of their IT modernization campaigns by including classic systems that would otherwise be off limits. You can preserve your customers’ critical application investments while moving them off legacy hardware onto new x86...
Stromasys releases Charon-PAR 4.0 with architectural changes to instruction translation. The update introduces a second translation layer that processes workloads differently than previous versions.The video explains how the new PA-RISC emulation works in practice. You’ll see configuration options and deployment scenarios for MPE & HP-UX Workloads.https://youtu.be/h5L8wPG65II?si=0HCp2XnLyDij6HqaWhat does a dual-tier translation...
For many manufacturers, aging VAX systems still power critical operations. But hardware constraints are a major cause of production delays. In fact, they can stop entire production lines. This creates significant business risks.Meet Flexi-Coil, a leading farm machinery manufacturer. They relied on old VAX servers to support their essential ERP...
Legacy systems lie at the heart of manufacturing. And when the critical software stops working, the entire operation feels the impact.Yes, old hardware is unreliable. Research indicates that as much as 20% of lost productivity is a result of unplanned downtime alone. That’s specifically a legacy hardware problem most of...
Legacy hardware lowers productivity and adds costs. Delays often go unnoticed but hurt production.For manufacturers, every minute matters. Waiting impacts output and revenue alike. There's good news if you’re in a similar situation. You don’t have to deal with slow processes anymore. This video shows a real example.EIS Wire &...
What Goes Behind a Successful Legacy Migration Project? Stuck with legacy infrastructure but unsure what real transformation looks like? You’re not alone. Even leading organizations struggle with legacy hardware, rising data center costs, and disruptions that hinder business growth.We recently hosted the webinar “What Goes Behind a Successful Legacy Migration...
From Multiple Legacy Environments to One Virtual Data Center: A European Multisector Case Study Studies have shown that more than 30% of an organization's infrastructure is built on legacy systems. These systems have been the backbone of business for decades. But with technologies evolving, maintaining them is gradually becoming burdensome....
WEBINAR Levelling Up Cloud Performance: The Future of SPARC Emulation Has Arrived 90% of legacy applications are projected to undergo modernization within the next three years, primarily using cloud technology. While performance concerns have previously limited the migration of Solaris applications to the cloud - but not anymore! We recently...
SPARC, DEC Alpha, and other legacy systems have powered critical workloads across industries, but aging hardware is now mounting risks. This hardware has reached its end-of-lifecycle while the applications remain functional. Replacing or rewriting these applications is not always a feasible option. Another alternative to modernizing these legacy platforms, like...