Analyze Available CPU Resources

The CPU section under the Overview tab displays the available CPU capacity and the current utilization.

Alternatively, click the CPU tab in the left pane. The first chart (Aggregate Forecast View) shows you the actual CPU utilization (Used CPU), the available capacity (Available CPU), and the availability threshold (Available CPU - Threshold).

Figure 3-1 Aggregate Forecast View for CPU Usage

Description of "Figure 3-1 Aggregate Forecast View for CPU Usage"

The difference between the values for Used CPU and Available CPU is your unused capacity. The smaller the difference between your actual resource usage and your resource capacity, the more urgent the need to expand your available resource capacity.