Case Study: CERN achieves lower infrastructure costs and faster support with Intel vPro Platform

CERN saves time managing 600 machines with Intel vPro

CERN, a leading laboratory for particle physics, faced challenges with managing its complex IT infrastructure for critical systems like its main control center and digital signage. Their previous approach relied on multiple, clunky hardware solutions that were difficult to maintain and led to longer downtimes, especially for remote support staff. To address this, CERN turned to Intel Corporation and implemented the Intel vPro® Platform.

The solution from Intel Corporation, specifically its Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT), allowed CERN's support technicians to remotely manage, reboot, and repair systems even if they had crashed. This deployment resulted in significantly reduced operating and equipment costs by eliminating the need for auxiliary hardware. The improved remote capabilities led to shorter downtimes, enhanced support services, and major time savings, such as the ability to restart hundreds of machines in just a few seconds.

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