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 Sovereign open source virtualization with Vates: XCP-ng & Xen Orchestra​

Are you looking for an alternative to VMware or Proxmox in Belgium or Luxembourg, with local 24/7 support?


With Vates (XCP-ng, Xen Orchestra, and XO Store), modernize your infrastructure with open source and sovereign virtualization: web administration, backups, migrations, automation, and accelerated deployments..


At C2D IT Solutions, we support you from start to finish: infrastructure audit, architecture design, migration from VMware/Proxmox, production launch, optimization, training, and 24/7 support in Belgium and Luxembourg.

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An open source and sovereign philosophy


At C2D IT Solutions, we believe in open, transparent, and sovereign IT. That's why we chose Vates, a French virtualization solution that offers a modern, powerful, and open source alternative to the industry giants. With XCP-ng, Xen Orchestra (XOA), and XO Store, you benefit from an infrastructure as powerful as proprietary solutions, but without the hidden costs, without the dependence on publishers, and with total sovereignty.

Whether you are in Belgium or Luxembourg, our experts will help you migrate your VMs, optimize your resources and secure your infrastructure, all while respecting your technological autonomy.

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XCP-ng: The robust and efficient hypervisor

With XCP-ng, you have a hypervisor developed in France, based on Xen technology (used by giants like AWS and Microsoft Azure). Its advantages:

  • High performance, even in the most demanding environments.
  • Open source: no hidden licensing costs, complete transparency.
  • Robustness: Designed for critical infrastructure, with proven stability.

XCP-ng is the cornerstone of your sovereign virtualisation.

Xen Orchestra (XOA): Interface for managing your VMs

To administer your virtual machines, Xen Orchestra offers you an intuitive and comprehensive web interface:

  • Automated backups: Protect your data effortlessly.
  • Live Migrations: Move your VMs without service interruption.
  • Monitoring and automation: reduce the risk of errors and improve the efficiency of your IT teams.

With XOA, managing your VMs becomes simple, fast and secure.

XO Store: The catalog of applications and templates

XO Store completes the Vates offering by providing you with a catalog of preconfigured applications and templates:

  • Accelerated deployment: Save time with ready-to-use VMs and applications.
  • Guaranteed consistency: ensure uniformity in your deployments.
  • Flexibility: Choose from a wide range of solutions adapted to your business needs.

XO Store simplifies your deployments and saves you valuable time.

Simplified migration to Vates

Switching to Vates is a breeze thanks to built-in tools:


Import your VMs (VMDK, OVA, etc.)

Automated resource Mapping

Data integrity guaranteed throughout the process

24/7 technical support and SLAs​

Reliability is at the heart of our commitment. With Vates, you benefit from:


24/7 Technical Support

Fast response time

Tailor-made support from C2D IT Solutions experts

Comparison: VMware vs Vates/XCP-ng


Many companies are still hesitant between proprietary and open source solutions for their virtualization. However, as this comparison shows, Vates and XCP-ng offer equivalent performance, with major advantages in terms of cost, sovereignty, and flexibility.

At C2D IT Solutions, we support companies in Belgium and Luxembourg in migrating their virtual machines to Vates and XCP-ng with complete peace of mind. With our expertise and our sovereign data center, you benefit from an equally powerful infrastructure, but with 100% control. 

VMware Vates VMS
Management vCenter (complex and costly) Xen Orchestra (intuitif et open source)
Storage vSAN (proprietary) XCP-ng (open source and high performance)
Backup Third-party tool (extra cost) Integrated in Xen Orchestra
Extensions Proprietary add-ons DC SCOPE® et DC Netscope® (open source)
Hypervisor ESXi (proprietary) XCP-ng (open source et flexible)
Cost High (complex licensing) Low (no hidden license)
Sovereignty Dependence on Big Tech European tech autonomy
​Vates vs VMware Comparison

Watch the 2020 webinar: XCP-ng and Xen Orchestra by C2D IT Solution

Find the 2020 webinar organised by C2D IT Solution (formerly C2D System House), a Luxembourgish expert in virtualisation solutions. This session presents XCP-ng and Xen Orchestra, two powerful tools for modern IT infrastructures.

Why watch this webinar? Whether you are an IT professional, a systems administrator, or a technology enthusiast, this webinar (in English) offers valuable insights into the virtualisation solutions that shaped Luxembourg's digital infrastructure in 2020.

About Us​

Choosing C2D IT Solutions for your virtualization means opting for a comprehensive approach that guarantees a fully controlled infrastructure. We secure your devices with IGEL OS, reducing risks by 95%. Your business applications are deployed smoothly and securely, while your data benefits from sovereign hosting in Luxembourg, ISO 27001 certified and powered by 100% green energy. Our optimized networks ensure maximum protection and performance.

Our expertise also extends to migrating your virtual machines to Vates/XCP-ng without service interruption. We offer tailored support, perfectly adapted to your business challenges, as well as dedicated training and support to strengthen the skills of your IT teams.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Absolutely! XCP-ng is based on Xen, a technology used by major players like AWS. It offers performance comparable to proprietary solutions, with the advantage of open source, sovereignty, and controlled costs.

Yes, and it’s very simple! Xen Orchestra supports importing your VMs (VMDK, OVA, etc.) without service interruption, with a smooth and secure conversion.

XCP-ng and Xen Orchestra are open source: no licensing costs. Only services (migration, support, hosting) are charged, for a controlled and transparent budget.

Yes, our data center is ISO 27001 and HDS certified, with 99.999% availability and 100% green energy.

Ready to move to open source, sovereign virtualization with Vates?