Kim Wanggi, Manager of the Information and Communication Department, Hanyang University
“Providing the best service by integrating all IT resources inside the Foundation”
Kim Wanggi, manager of the Information and Communication Department, Hanyang University
Hanyang University developed the next-generation integrated information system in 2013 while implementing campus data center advancement in the mid-to-long term based on the New Hanyang 2020 Project established in 2008. When we re-established the mid-to-long term development road map in the infrastructure area in 2014, we selected the cloud as a solution for improving the structure of costs needed for the infrastructure area to secure the flexibility, stability, and efficiency of system operation, and removed duplicate investments with system and infrastructure integration with the affiliated organization of Hanyang School Foundation. With no precedent in the college, there were considerable risks to the project. However, we successfully completed the Hanyang Cloud Center project, which is optimized for the unique characteristics of the university, through meticulous preparation.
Many Cisco solutions were applied to Hanyang Cloud Center, including the x86 server, network, and security. We selected Cisco for its superior technical skills as well as the confidence we developed while building up the Gigabit Ethernet backbone network. The active consulting and technical support provided by Cisco helped us in making the basic design frame. We advanced the backbone network using Cisco Nexus 9000 and Catalyst Switch, and implemented server virtualization using Cisco UCS and HyperFlex. Security was also strengthened by replacing worn-out equipment using the Cisco’s next-generation IPS and SSL VPN solution. The foundation for switching to the SDN environment was laid by applying the SDN-based Nexus switch. We will continuously innovate the cloud center network by verifying SDN with the pilot operation of Cisco ACI. The cost of implementation and maintenance can be optimized by implementing the integrated virtualization of all x86 servers using the hyperconverged solution: Cisco HyperFlex”.
Providing Best Services to Members at minimum cost. Hanyang Cloud Center is designed to provide services by comprehensively integrating IT resources in the Hanyang School Foundation. During the first step, cost can be saved and system operation efficiency can be enhanced by integrating the IT resources in the Hanyang University Seoul campus, ERICA campus, and Hanyang Women’s University. The completion of Hanyang Cloud Center is expected to bring about considerable innovation to the cost structure of the infrastructure area, and the best services can be provided to all school members and external customers at minimum cost.
Analyzing the result of phase 1, we will integrate the IT resources of the Hanyang University Medical Center and Hanyang Cyber University, and search for a method for developing the IT area in the ERICA campus so that the growth of the two campuses can be solidified. Cisco will build a hybrid cloud on the ERICA campus to support the promotion of the industry-university-institute cluster and build deeper links with the local community. We will concentrate on efficient infrastructure management and security, such as the integrated control system that enables us to control all systems efficiently from the center, while integrating the Internet inside Hanyang School Foundation, and security equipment and main equipment in the server farm.
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