--- title: Racksquared Updates and Insights | IBM Power description: IBM Power | Learn more about Racksquared through our blogs for products such as IBM Power Systems Hosting, Cloud, Colocation, Disaster Recovery, and Backup. --- [![rsq-logo-1](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/rsq-logo-1.svg "rsq-logo-1")](https://www.racksquared.com/) [← Back to blog home](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/) # ibm-power #### [Looking Ahead to IBM Power11](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/looking-ahead-to-ibm-power11) [Ryan Sanecki](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/ryan-sanecki) on Oct 23, 2025 11:35:05 AM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) Now that the Power11 has started making its way into the world, we wanted to share our perspective on Power11 and its poise to deliver significant advancements that will redefine the landscape for enterprise workloads, particularly in the world of AI, hybrid cloud, and business continuity.    [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/looking-ahead-to-ibm-power11) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/Power11-Launch-SocialKit_Banner.png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/looking-ahead-to-ibm-power11) #### [IBM Power9 End of Support](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power9-end-of-support) [Ryan Sanecki](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/ryan-sanecki) on Sep 15, 2025 9:15:00 AM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) The IBM Power servers have been reliable workhorses for over 30 years for many organizations, providing the computing power needed to run critical workloads. However, as technology advances and new hardware becomes available, older technologies become outdated and have an increased risk of failure and security breaches.  [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power9-end-of-support) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/IBM_Power_9-1.jpg)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power9-end-of-support) #### [Migrating from Physical Server to Cloud Server: A Strategic Move ](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/migrating-from-physical-server-to-cloud-server-a-strategic-move) [Ryan Sanecki](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/ryan-sanecki) on Sep 11, 2025 9:45:00 AM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) As technology evolves, many organizations consider migrating their infrastructure to the cloud as a futureproofing strategy. Cloud computing offers numerous benefits, including scalability, flexibility, and reduced maintenance overhead. It is an increasingly attractive option for businesses looking to move beyond their physical Power9 servers as they approach the end of life. To help you decide if moving to the cloud is right for you, we would like to share some guidance on why you might want to move to the cloud.    [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/migrating-from-physical-server-to-cloud-server-a-strategic-move) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/0%20(3).png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/migrating-from-physical-server-to-cloud-server-a-strategic-move) #### [Why Colocation with Racksquared Makes Sense](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/why-colocation-with-racksquared-makes-sense) [Ryan Sanecki](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/ryan-sanecki) on Sep 2, 2025 8:30:00 AM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) Suppose you're part of a lean IT team. In that case, you're probably juggling far more than you should, including keeping infrastructure running, managing backups, ensuring compliance, all while trying to support the business. At some point, the server hidden in a closet just doesn't cut it anymore.   [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/why-colocation-with-racksquared-makes-sense) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/0%20(4).png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/why-colocation-with-racksquared-makes-sense) #### [IBM Power8 End of Support: What’s Next for Your Business?](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power8-end-of-support-whats-next-for-your-business) [Ryan Sanecki](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/ryan-sanecki) on Aug 21, 2025 8:15:00 AM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) IBM Power8 has been a reliable foundation for mission-critical workloads for the last decade. Regardless, as of 2024, the Power8 generation has officially reached its End of Support (EoS), meaning it no longer receives [IBM hardware maintenance](https://www.ibm.com/docs/en/planning-analytics/2.0.0?topic=analytics-maintenance), [firmware updates](https://www.ibm.com/think/topics/firmware#:~:text=Firmware%2C%20also%20known%20as%20'',device's%20compatibility%20with%20new%20technologies.), or [security patches](https://www.ibm.com/think/topics/patch-management#:~:text=Under%20regulations%20like%20the%20General,systems%20compliant%20with%20these%20mandates.). [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power8-end-of-support-whats-next-for-your-business) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/0%20(5).png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power8-end-of-support-whats-next-for-your-business) #### [3 Ways to Overcome IT Challenges as an SMB](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/3-ways-to-overcome-it-challenges-as-an-smb) [Lindsay Weiser](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/lindsay-weiser-1) on Mar 17, 2025 9:42:05 AM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Security](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/security), [Managed IT Services](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/managed-it-services), [Cloud](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/cloud), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) Small to medium-sized businesses are constantly under pressure to do more with less, especially when it comes to technology. With a limited budget, they face multiple challenges that can hinder growth and efficiency including costly infrastructure, defending against cyber threats, and juggling a wide range of IT responsibilities. Fortunately, there are strategic, cost-effective solutions that can help. Embracing cloud technology, investing in cybersecurity, and leveraging managed services are three ways SMBs can let their teams focus on what truly matters: serving customers and growing the business. Let’s look at each of these now. [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/3-ways-to-overcome-it-challenges-as-an-smb) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/image-png.png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/3-ways-to-overcome-it-challenges-as-an-smb) #### [Navigating IBM Power8 End of Support](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/navigating-ibm-power8-end-of-support-your-options-explained) [Lindsay Weiser](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/lindsay-weiser-1) on Jun 20, 2024 8:49:14 AM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power) **IBM Power8 End of Support** [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/navigating-ibm-power8-end-of-support-your-options-explained) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/undefined-4.png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/navigating-ibm-power8-end-of-support-your-options-explained) #### [Racksquared Data Centers Expands into Louisville, Kentucky](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/louisville-kentucky-expansion-release) [Lindsay Weiser](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/lindsay-weiser-1) on Feb 6, 2024 2:04:08 PM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Disaster Recovery](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/disaster-recovery), [Security](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/security), [Managed IT Services](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/managed-it-services), [Colocation](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/colocation), [Veeam](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/veeam), [Backup](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/backup), [Cloud](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/cloud), [HIPAA](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/hipaa), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) **Racksquared Data Centers Expands into Louisville, Kentucky** [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/louisville-kentucky-expansion-release) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/0%20(3).png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/louisville-kentucky-expansion-release) #### [3 iSeries Tips from a Rookie](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/3-iseries-tips-from-a-rookie) [Lindsay Weiser](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/lindsay-weiser-1) on Jun 23, 2023 3:53:06 PM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Disaster Recovery](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/disaster-recovery), [Security](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/security), [Managed IT Services](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/managed-it-services), [Backup](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/backup), [Cloud](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/cloud), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) I am new to the world of IBM Power but in the last 6 months, I've learned a lot and would like to share some of those key learnings with you. I'm going to talk about how staying current on your OS avoids trouble, why you need to follow the 3-2-1 best practices rule for backups, and how having a disaster recovery plan prepares you for a worst-case scenario. [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/3-iseries-tips-from-a-rookie) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/Picture1-2.jpg)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/3-iseries-tips-from-a-rookie) #### [IBM Power: Hosted On-Premises or in the Cloud?](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power-hosted-on-premises-or-in-the-cloud) [Jason Hardy](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/jason-hardy) on May 23, 2023 8:28:48 AM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Disaster Recovery](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/disaster-recovery), [Security](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/security), [Managed IT Services](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/managed-it-services), [Backup](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/backup), [Cloud](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/cloud), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) According to TechTargets, “The term cloud came into widespread use in 2006 when Amazon launched AWS with the Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) service”. Since that time, there have been endless debates as to whether it is better to host IT infrastructure on-premises or in the cloud. From my perspective, the answer is a definite “it depends”. How do you figure out what’s best for you? Check out the three questions you need to ask as you determine on-premises versus the cloud. 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