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What is Interop's response to the recent flu warnings?

Interop is closely monitoring the H1N1 (Swine) Influenza outbreak on behalf all our exhibitors, attendees and partners. We are working closely with each of our venues to ensure appropriate procedures are in place to provide a safe environment, per the advice of public health experts. According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Association (WHO), H1NI Influenza should not discourage people from traveling to or within the United States. Therefore, all Interop events will continue as scheduled. If the situation changes we will update you.

For more information regarding H1NI Flu, we encourage you to refer to these sites:

Center for Disease Control (CDC)

World Health Organization (WHO)

US Travel Association


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How do I get to the Convention Center?

Complimentary shuttle service will be provided from the New York New York ONLY.

Shuttle service will operate in 15-minute intervals. Shuttle signage will be visible in the hotel lobby for pick-up location. Hours of operation are:

Sunday and Monday, May 17-18 from 7:00-10:00 AM & 4:00-7:00 PM
Tuesday, May 19 from 7:30-10:00 AM & 4:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday and Thursday, May 20-21 from 7:30-10:00 AM & 4:00-7:00 PM

For wheelchair accessible transportation, please call 1-866-439-8563. (Please allow 30 minutes for arrival of transportation).

Complimentary Tram Service is Available between Excalibur, Luxor and Mandalay Bay. Hours of operation are:

Monday – Friday from 7:00 AM –11:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM –12:00 AM


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When can I pick up my badge?

Attendee Registration is located in Mandalay Bay Convention Center Foyer, Level 2

Hours are:

Saturday, May 16 3:00–5:00 PM
Sunday, May 17 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
Monday, May 18 7:30 AM–6:00 PM
Tuesday, May 19 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday, May 20 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday, May 21 7:30 AM–3:00 PM


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When is Interop Las Vegas 2009 ?

The Interop Las Vegas 2009 conference program starts on Sunday, May 17 and runs through Friday, May 22, 2009.

  • CIO Boot Camp: Sunday, May 17 — Monday, May 18
  • Interop Workshops: Sunday, May 17 — Thursday, May 21
  • NAC Day: Monday, May 18
  • Virtualization Day: Monday, May 18
  • Interop Conference (with bonus Mobile Business tracks): Tuesday, May 19 — Thursday, May 21
  • Unconference: Wednesday, May 20
  • Enterprise Cloud Summit: Monday, May 18 — Tuesday, May 19
  • Energy Camp: Monday, May 18
  • CSI SX Security Exchange: Sunday, May 17 — Thursday, May 21


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Where will Interop Las Vegas 2009 be held?

Interop Las Vegas 2009 will take place at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, co-located with Mobile Business, Enterprise Cloud Summit, CSI SX: Security Exchange Conference and Energy Camp.


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How do I register?

Registration is open now. Learn more about Interop registration packages and pricing.


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How much does it cost to attend?

Interop Las Vegas 2009 offers several levels of registration, ranging from a free Expo Pass to a comprehensive Flex Pass. Visit the registration packages & pricing page for all package details and prices.


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Are there registration discounts?

Discounts are available for Groups of 3 or more and organizations affiliated with Government, Education or Non-for-Profit sectors. These discounts apply to the: Flex, Conference+Workshop and Conference passes only and must be paid in full by May 4, 2009.

Government or Groups of 3 or more: save $100 off of current price.

Education or Non-profit save 25% off of the onsite price.

All group discount registrations must be submitted from the same company at the same time (within 24 hours). Each attendee must complete a separate registration form. Group discounts cannot be combined with any other offers.

Call 800-745-6493 or 801-932-1716 to register using these discounts.


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Can I attend just the Expo?

Yes. Register for a free Expo Pass or purchase an Expo Plus Pass to access the Expo.

Expo Hours:
Tuesday, May 19: 10am - 5pm
Wednesday, May 20: 10am - 5pm
Thursday, May 21: 10am - 3pm

All Expo passes include access to Keynotes, InteropNet Tours and a full calendar of free sessions. Expo Plus pass also includes admission to the Attendee Party on Tuesday, May 19, Conference bag, preferred seating at Keynotes and a single session pass for the Interop paid conference program.


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Can I book hotel reservations through Interop Las Vegas 2009 ?

Yes. We will negotiate low hotel rates for Interop attendees near the convention center. To book a discounted hotel room, visit the Hotel & Travel page.


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Where can I get more information on Las Vegas?

To learn more about Las Vegas, visit the official Las Vegas Visitors' website.


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What key technologies will be covered at Interop Las Vegas 2009 ?

See the future of business technology at the Interop Conference and Exhibition. This year's event focuses on 9 key technologies that every IT organization should be thinking about in 2009. Interop gives you the most comprehensive view of the tools and technologies that are part of a solid information technology strategy.

  • Data Center
  • Enterprise 2.0
  • Green IT
  • IT Automation
  • IT Management
  • IT Security
  • Networking & Services
  • Storage
  • Wireless & Mobility
  • Virtualization
  • VoIP & Unified Communications

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Who should attend Interop Las Vegas 2009?

  • Business Managers: Executives, CEOs, COOs, CFOs, CMOs and VPs, directors and managers of marketing and sales, directors and managers of call and contact centers, product managers, and business analysts

  • IT Professionals: CIOs, CTOs, and CSOs, VPs of technology, IT directors and managers, data center managers, telecommunications managers, security managers, compliance and policy managers, network managers and administrators, network architects and engineers, WAN administrators, and wireless communications managers

  • Channel Professionals: System and network integrators, VARs and VADs, and distributors

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How do Interop CPE credits work?

CPE credits are awarded for attendees of security themed workshops, NAC Day, CIO Bootcamp, Enterprise Cloud Summit, Virtualization Day. Attendees must pre-register for all workshops and full day programs in order to receive credit. Interop does not award credits for conference or sponsored sessions.

Qualifying Programs:

  • Building An Information Security Program: Soup To Nuts
  • CIO Bootcamp
  • Computer Forensics Kickstart
  • Creating an Integrated Compliance Framework
  • Enterprise Cloud Summit
  • Enterprise Security Architecture: A Business-Driven Strategy
  • Everything You Need to Know About Identity Management
  • Get the Jump on Security: Vista (Win 7)
  • How to Complete a Risk Assessment in a Week or Less
  • Managing and Securing Mobile Devices
  • NAC Day
  • Virtualization Day
  • Understanding Voice Over IP
  • Wireless Workshop Day
  • Your First 90 Days: How to Hit the Ground Running in Information Security

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What food and drink will be available during the Booth Crawl?

Food & beverage during the Booth Crawl is supplied by participating exhibitors. We can't guarantee what they will provide, but they have the option of ordering light snacks, sodas, water, beer and wine.


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What food and drink will be available at the Attendee Party?

A variety of passed hors d'ouevres will be available along with two drink tickets per person. Party is open to anyone with an educational pass or an Expo Plus Pass only.


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How/where will presentations be available?

Presentations from conference sessions will be made available online. Workshop presentations will be available to pre-registered attendees on cd.


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How long is lunch?

Attendance at all paid educational programs includes lunch the day(s) of relevant programs. Lunch ranges from 1 hour to 2 hours and 15 minutes, depending on the day, and whether you are attending the conference or a workshop on a given day.


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What do I need to know on-site?


Registration Hours
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Foyer, Level 2
Saturday, May 16
Sunday, May 17
Monday, May 18
Tuesday, May 19
Wednesday, May 20
Thursday, May 21		3:00–5:00 PM
7:30 AM–5:00 PM
7:30 AM–6:00 PM
7:30 AM–5:00 PM
7:30 AM–5:00 PM
7:30 AM–3:00 PM

Shuttle Bus Schedule
Complimentary shuttle service will be provided from the
New York – New York Hotel ONLY.

Hours of operation are:
Sunday & Monday
7:00–10:00 AM & 4:00–7:00 PM

Tuesday
7:30–10:00 AM & 4:00–8:00 PM

Wednesday & Thursday
7:30–10:00 AM & 4:00–7:00 PM

Shuttle service will operate in 15-minute intervals. Shuttle signage will be visible in the hotel lobby for pick-up location. For wheelchair accessible transportation, please call 1-866-439-8563. (Please allow 30 minutes for arrival of transportation).

Tram Schedule
Tram Service between the Excalibur, Luxor and Mandalay Bay Hotel is available on:

Saturday-Sunday – 8:00 AM–12:00 AM
Monday-Friday – 7:00 AM–11:00 PM

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When are the presentations and giveaways?


Session Presentations
Bonus session presentations are now available on-line. Visit: http://www.interop.com/lasvegas/2009/presentations/free.php

Keynote Giveaways
Attend the Tuesday Afternoon keynote 1:00–2:30 PM, register for the Interop Virtual Event being held on June 16th and be entered to win an iPod Touch.

Attend the keynote, Wednesday 8:30–10:00 AM for your chance to win: 16 GB iPod Touch or Skype Business Control Panel Account with $500 Skype Credit (must be present to win).

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When are the parties and special events?

Cloud CampExchange ideas with early adopters of cloud services. Register at cloudcamp.com/interop. Monday, May 18. Open to all.
ArubaAttend a series of sessions brought to you by Aruba Networks.
Booth CrawlEnjoy a refreshing beverage while you see the latest products and services. Open to all attendees. Wednesday, May 20. Open to all.
ciscoJoin Cisco experts to discuss the latest advancements in integrated networking, green IT and security.
UnconferenceDiscuss your choice of IT topics in an informal, collaborative setting. Wednesday, May 20. Open to all attendees on Wednesday, May 20. Open to all.
Best of InteropDiscover which products and services will be named “Best of Interop”. Tuesday, May 19. (See the finalists.)
Attendee PartyRelax and network with peers at a special reception at eyecandy on the Mandalay Bay Casino Floor. Tuesday, May 19.*
Energy CampAn unconference dedicated to reducing IT's global carbon footprint. Register at www.energycamp.org. Monday, May 18. Open to all.

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