Now through December 31, 2009, you can download VKernel Capacity Modeler absolutely free -- these are perpetual licenses for use on unlimited sockets.
VKernel Capacity Modeler is a free alternative to the expensive VMware vCenter CapacityIQ software, which can cost you upwards of $1,000 per socket.
The free VKernel Capacity Modeler software provides VMware customers the ability to quickly plan, simulate, and validate hundreds of real–world “what if” VM deployment and resource allocation scenarios in an interactive sandbox before going live in the production environment.
With VKernel Capacity Modeler, user can perform:
Capacity Planning
Interactive “What If” Modeling Scenarios
Proactive Problem Prevention
Predictive Capacity Impact Analysis