VMware Integrated OpenStack
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What is VMware Integrated OpenStack
VMware Integrated OpenStack (VIO) is a VMware-distributed OpenStack-based cloud platform that runs on VMware vSphere to provide infrastructure services (compute, networking, and storage) through OpenStack APIs. It targets enterprises and service providers that want an OpenStack-compatible private cloud while continuing to use VMware virtualization and operational tooling. The product emphasizes integration with VMware components (such as vCenter, NSX, and vSAN) and VMware-supported packaging and lifecycle management for OpenStack.
OpenStack APIs on vSphere
VIO provides OpenStack-compatible APIs and services while using vSphere as the underlying virtualization layer. This helps organizations support OpenStack-oriented tooling and workflows without replacing existing VMware infrastructure. It can be useful for teams standardizing on OpenStack interfaces for provisioning and automation across private environments.
VMware-integrated networking and storage
The platform is designed to integrate with VMware’s software-defined networking and storage stack (commonly NSX and vSAN, depending on deployment). This can simplify adoption for organizations already operating these components and wanting consistent policy and operational models. It also enables OpenStack services to map to familiar VMware constructs for day-to-day administration.
Packaged deployment and support model
Compared with assembling OpenStack from upstream components, VIO offers a vendor-packaged distribution with defined versions, upgrade paths, and support channels. This can reduce integration effort and provide clearer accountability for production incidents. It is oriented toward controlled enterprise change management rather than rapid experimentation.
Product lifecycle uncertainty
VMware has changed ownership and product focus over time, and OpenStack distributions from major vendors have seen reduced emphasis across the market. Buyers may face uncertainty about long-term roadmap, release cadence, and support timelines relative to other cloud platform approaches. This increases the importance of validating current availability and support status before committing.
Complexity of OpenStack operations
Even with vendor packaging, OpenStack introduces operational complexity across identity, networking, images, and service orchestration. Teams often need specialized skills to troubleshoot multi-service interactions and upgrades. This can be heavier than managed developer platforms or serverless offerings that abstract infrastructure operations.
Primarily private-cloud oriented
VIO is designed mainly for on-premises/private cloud deployments and OpenStack API compatibility rather than fully managed public cloud services. Organizations seeking turnkey application platforms, integrated CI/CD, or serverless runtimes may need additional products to match those capabilities. Hybrid and multi-cloud patterns may require separate tooling for consistent governance and deployment across environments.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Integrated OpenStack (software) | Free for customers who have vCloud Suite (any edition), vSphere with Operations Management Enterprise Plus, or vSphere Enterprise Plus | Official VMware product/blog posts state VIO is available for use free of charge to those VMware license holders; distributed separately from vSphere. See vendor docs/blog for details. |
| Optional Production Support for VMware Integrated OpenStack | Per-CPU annual support fee (price not published on vendor site) | VMware states production-level technical support for VIO is optional and can be purchased separately on a per-CPU basis; VMware/Broadcom sales/contact required for pricing. |
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