XenServer resources
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XenServer 8 licensing
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops and Citrix DaaS licenses no longer contain an entitlement to XenServer. Citrix customers can request a promo for an unlimited number of XenServer socket licenses by contacting their Citrix Sales or channel representative. Read more about the promotion.
For details on which features are available, see the Editions page.
New users of XenServer are encouraged to try out XenServer 8 with the Trial Edition. While using this Trial Edition, you won't have access to official support. Nevertheless, please take the opportunity to explore the latest features and capabilities, and test the recent updates. Your assistance in enhancing the product is valuable, so please report any bugs and share your feedback with us via email at feedback@xenserver.com.
XenServer 8 quick start guide
Get up and running quickly with this straightforward guide.
Security recommendations when deploying XenServer
Best practices and configuration guidelines for deploying XenServer securely
Managing your XenServer environment
XenServer 8 lifecycle
The XenServer 8 is the start of a new approach to how we release and maintain the product.
Understand and stay up-to-date on the product lifecycle.
XenServer 8 updates explained
XenServer 8 updates are now delivered via a Content Delivery Network (CDN), which means faster delivery of new features and bug fixes.
Stay up-to-date and connected
XenServer forum
Become part of the conversation and share support and explore new ideas.
XenServer is built on open APIs
XenCenter serves as the Windows client for managing XenServer. It interfaces with XenServer hosts via a rich set of APIs exposed by the Xen Project Management API (XAPI), the server's management stack.
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