Virtualization of Protection Systems - Tests Performed on a Large Environment Based on Data Center Solutions

This paper describes the concept and analysis of virtualization technology and possible virtualization scenarios, which can be used to create a new generation of Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs). The concept overview was based on solutions used in conventional IT systems. A general conception of virtualization is presented. A solution based on KVM virtualization is described. Synchronizing the time of virtual machines, as well as creating and testing virtual machines under Linux operating systems are described. Time delays of communication when sending SV messages between the IEDs using SV packages are compared. Communication and operation of virtual protections with physical IEDs devices were verified.