Are there any people on this list well versed in VMWare ESX Server and wouldn't mind discussing some resource allocation basics with a noob? :) If so, might you be able to contact me directly? On IM, I can be reached via AIM at EPITWork or MSN Messenger at jerrygyoungii@xxxxxxxxxxx (don't mail that address, though, as most stuff goes to junk mail). -- Cordially yours, Jerry G. Young II Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer