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# llms.txt for HiveIO (Hive Fabric)
# Source: https://www.hiveio.com/
# Last Updated: 2026-04-23

> HiveIO is a comprehensive, all-in-one virtualization platform for VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure), VSI (Virtual Server Infrastructure), HCI (Hyper-Converged Infrastructure), and Edge Computing. Built on the open-source KVM hypervisor, Hive Fabric delivers enterprise-grade desktop, server, and storage virtualization at a fraction of traditional costs, with simplicity at its core.

HiveIO was founded with the goal of creating an advanced cloud computing paradigm that is cost-effective and simple to operate. With 25+ years of experience managing virtualization platforms and clients in 19+ countries, HiveIO serves sectors including healthcare, education, banking, telecommunications, manufacturing, legal services, call centers, and engineering.

## Core Product: Hive Fabric

- [Hive Fabric Latest Release 8.6.2](https://www.hiveio.com/hive-fabric-8-6-2/)

**Current Version:** 8.6.2: 
Hive Fabric is HiveIO's flagship software-defined data center solution. It integrates all essential components for HCI, VDI, and general virtualization deployments into a single platform with one vendor, one contract, and one 24/7 support team.

### Key Capabilities

- **KVM Hypervisor Foundation**: Built on the industry-leading open-source KVM hypervisor, widely adopted across hundreds of thousands of servers and supported by major tech companies and cloud providers.
- **Storage Options**: Local RAM and DISK filesystems, NFS, CIFS, Hyper-Converged Storage, iSCSI, Fiber Channel, and cloud storage (S3, Azure).
- **Software-Defined Networking**: Supports 1GB to 100GB+ network infrastructures; allows business-defined network segmentation and protection.
- **Message Bus Orchestration**: Built-in intelligent orchestration layer that autonomously manages infrastructure and virtual desktops, logs every transaction for real-time visibility, anomaly detection, and compliance. AI-driven resource distribution eliminates manual IT decision-making.
- **Desktop Broker**: Unified deployment logic for stateless and persistent desktops; supports secure remote access to virtual and physical desktops and servers. Clients include Windows native, Linux native, and HTML5 browser-based RDP sessions.
- **Profile Management & GPU Acceleration**: Patent-pending profile management for consistent desktop personalization; built-in GPU support for NVIDIA and Intel for high-performance application delivery.
- **Single Pane of Glass Management**: Intuitive web UI powered by the real-time Message Bus for infrastructure health monitoring and performance visibility.
- **Hive Sense**: Proactive cloud-based monitoring platform that uploads configuration backups and logs, enabling proactive support and anomaly alerting.
- **Open REST API**: Seamless integration with enterprise monitoring, reporting, and automation tools.

### Deployment Architectures

- Edge Computing
- On-Premises
- Multi-Tenant / Hosted / DaaS (Desktop as a Service)
- Remote Office / Branch Office (ROBO)
- Multi-Site

## Solutions 

- [Solutions](https://www.hiveio.com/daas/)

- **DaaS (Desktop as a Service)**: Hosted virtual desktop delivery for organizations and MSPs. HiveIO manages hardware, datacenter, and virtualization infrastructure; customers retain control over Active Directory, OS/app management, desktop templates, and assignments. A full white-glove managed service option is also available.
- **Secure Virtual Workspaces**: Isolated, policy-controlled virtual desktops for secure access.
- **Cost-Optimized Infrastructure**: Combined VDI and HCI licensing on commodity hardware reduces TCO significantly.
- **Scalable Bare-Metal Platform**: Scales effortlessly from single-node community deployments to large enterprise clusters.
- **Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery**: Desktop disaster recovery and swift recovery capabilities; supports multi-site failover.
- **Seamless User Experience**: Profile persistence, GPU acceleration, and optimized protocols for end-user performance.
- **DaaS for MSPs**: Multi-tenant hosted desktop delivery for Managed Service Providers.

## Licensing & Pricing

- [Licensing & Pricing](https://hiveio.com/demo)

- Licensed by CPU Core or by VM
- Payment options: monthly, annual, or multi-year prepayment
- No large upfront investment required
- Free Community Edition available (single-host, unlimited VM creation)
- All subscriptions include 24/7 remote support at no extra cost

## Industries Served

- [Industries Served](https://hiveio.com/tryhivefabric)

Manufacturing, Telecommunications, Banking, Call Centers, Legal Services, Healthcare, Education, Engineering & Architecture

## Resources

- [Resources](https://www.hiveio.com/case-studies/)

- Blog: https://www.hiveio.com/blog/
- Case Studies: https://www.hiveio.com/case-studies/
- Data Sheets: https://www.hiveio.com/data-sheets/
- Installation Guides: https://www.hiveio.com/guides/
- Videos: https://www.hiveio.com/videos/
- Whitepapers & Infographics: https://www.hiveio.com/white-papers/
- FAQ: https://www.hiveio.com/faq/
- Support Portal: https://support.hiveio.com/

## Contact & Access

- [Contact Us](https://www.hiveio.com/contact-us/)

- Website: https://www.hiveio.com/
- Phone: 1-201-748-2878
- Email: info@hiveio.com
- Free Trial / Community Edition: https://www.hiveio.com/tryhivefabric/
- Request a Demo: https://www.hiveio.com/demo/
- Partner Program: https://www.hiveio.com/partners/
- Partner Portal: https://support.hiveio.com/
- Deal Registration: https://www.hiveio.com/register/

## Why HiveIO?

- [Why HiveIO?](https://www.hiveio.com/about-hiveio/)

- VMware alternative: Combined VDI + HCI licensing on commodity hardware; customers report significant cost savings and zero-downtime migrations from VMware.
- No proprietary hardware lock-in; runs on standard x86 commodity servers.
- No additional components or external databases required for orchestration.
- 25+ years of enterprise virtualization expertise.
- Clients in 19+ countries across diverse verticals.

## My Testimonials
- [Baker Tilly Victoria](https://www.hiveio.com/wpt-testimonial/baker-tilly-victoria/)
- [Watchung Hills Regional High School](https://www.hiveio.com/wpt-testimonial/watchung-hills-regional-high-school-testimonial/)
- [Epiphany School of Global Studies](https://www.hiveio.com/wpt-testimonial/epiphany-school-of-global-studies/)
- [A2Z Diagnostics](https://www.hiveio.com/wpt-testimonial/a2z-diagnostics/)
- [Watchung Hills Regional High School](https://www.hiveio.com/wpt-testimonial/watchung-hills-regional-high-school/)

## Key Pages
- [Product Overview](https://www.hiveio.com/product/#product_overview)
- [VDI Solutions](https://www.hiveio.com/vdi-for-it-professionals-10-things-you-need-to-know/)
- [Case Studies](https://www.hiveio.com/case-studies/)
- [Data Sheets](https://www.hiveio.com/data-sheets/)
- [Blog](https://www.hiveio.com/blog/)
- [FAQ](https://www.hiveio.com/faq/)
- [FAQ](https://www.hiveio.com/faq-ai.txt)
- [Contact](https://www.hiveio.com/contact-us/)

## Optional
- [Sitemap index](https://www.hiveio.com/sitemap_index.xml)