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Cisco Prime [EOL] vs HPE Intelligent Management Center comparison

Cisco and Hewlett Packard Enterprise are both solutions in the Network Management Applications category. Additionally, 91% of Cisco users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 85% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users who would recommend it.
Cisco Prime [EOL]
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    91% willing to recommend
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    85% willing to recommend
     

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    Categories and Ranking

    Cisco Prime [EOL]
    Average Rating
    7.8
    Reviews Sentiment
    6.5
    Number of Reviews
    35
    Ranking in other categories
    No ranking in other categories
    HPE Intelligent Management ...
    Average Rating
    7.2
    Reviews Sentiment
    7.1
    Number of Reviews
    7
    Ranking in other categories
    Network Management Applications (7th)
     

    Featured Reviews

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    AndrewRichardson
    Network Engineer at Edmonton Catholic School Board
    Has an easy implementation process, but the performance monitoring feature could be more intuitive
    The project implementation was easy overall. Adapting Cisco's solutions to our specific environment required effort, as their documentation only covers some network scenarios. The deployment didn't happen all at once; it was staged and controlled to ensure a smooth transition. We started with a small test environment before gradually rolling it out to all campuses. This gradual approach helped mitigate the risk of any issues arising across multiple locations simultaneously, especially on a critical day like Monday morning. We have a team of three executives working on the process. Their job roles included network specialists and a manager. It requires maintenance, which is included in the annual cost. We receive updates and support as part of the renewal process.
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    Muhammad_Faisal - PeerSpot reviewer
    Muhammad_Faisal
    Manager ITSM at Lucky Cement Limited
    Achieve seamless network and link monitoring with comprehensive device management
    The most valuable function is that the IMC takes an entire backup of my network devices, and I can also redeploy them. The really beneficial feature is the link monitoring. I had checked Check Point's product, however, my requirements are better fulfilled by IMC. The main feature is that IMC automatically configures the device for my use. I have over 200 features in my network, and IMC manages the complete environment. Automation is good, but I mainly use it for monitoring. I am too satisfied with this product.
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    Quotes from Members

    We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
     

    Pros

    "Cisco Prime is user-friendly, so we are comfortable using it."
    "The most valuable features of Cisco Prime include its comprehensive functionality as a one-stop solution for basic SNMP port management."
    "Cisco Prime, from a management perspective, has good reporting."
    "The most valuable feature of Cisco Prime is the heat map."
    "Has a good wireless heatmap and search management features."
    "The solution's configuration management tool is amazing because it centralizes and pushes configurations which saves a lot of volume and effort."
    "We use this solution to troubleshoot our wireless systems, specifically regarding signal strength."
    "The customer service and support for this solution is good."
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    "This is far and away the best tool of this type I have ever used."
    "The most valuable feature is the interface and its ease of use."
    "One of the notable advantages is its ability to provide quick responses, especially in critical situations."
    "The most valuable feature is the interface and its ease of use."
    "We chose HPE for its interoperability with non-Cisco equipment, interoperability with non HP equipment, and customizable, and a deep feature set that Cisco Prime just didn't have because it's focused on Cisco stuff only."
    "The most valuable function is that the IMC takes an entire backup of my network devices, and I can also redeploy them."
    "It's a very complete product with a lot of functionality."
    "The most useful feature is infrastructure monitoring including switches and servers."
     

    Cons

    "The solution has issues with real time monitoring of devices and NetFlow such as inadequate visualization for reports, sources, and destinations."
    "The solution is a bit pricey."
    "The overall management capabilities of Prime need to be improved."
    "Maybe it could be a little cheaper."
    "The product is expensive compared to other vendors in the market."
    "Some improvements are needed, specifically in the form of more updates and enhancements."
    "If you look at some of the wireless site-survey tools that are available in the commercial space, Cisco should include similar solutions, which would help our on-plant engineers when they're doing a site survey."
    "This solution could be improved if it could monitor configuration changes."
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    "It's horrible. 90% of the time we're figuring out the solution ourselves."
    "I face the issue with the integration with links on Fortinet Firewall."
    "I would like to see additional modules included."
    "The integration with other network devices needs improvement."
    "Technical support is the one area where I have to rate HPE fairly poorly; when we have encountered issues, particularly around inconsistencies in the topology views, getting them fixed can be a cumbersome process."
    "One notable deficiency is the lack of online support for the product."
    "The integration with other network devices needs improvement."
    "HPE Intelligent Management Center is a bit slow."
     

    Pricing and Cost Advice

    "The cost is quite high."
    "If we have a license for Cisco DNA, we can use the same license for Cisco Prime."
    "I would rate the pricing of Cisco Prime a seven out of ten."
    "The product's performance monitoring feature could be more intuitive."
    "We update the license every five years."
    "The solution is not inexpensive but is worth it for large-scale environments."
    "I would rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten."
    "You need to get special quotes from the company for each order."
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    "The price of this solution is not at all cheap, but it's reasonable compared to SolarWinds."
    "There are licensing costs and they are quite expensive."
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    Top Industries

    By visitors reading reviews
    Government
    12%
    Manufacturing Company
    9%
    Computer Software Company
    8%
    Healthcare Company
    7%
    Computer Software Company
    12%
    Government
    12%
    Manufacturing Company
    9%
    Comms Service Provider
    7%
     

    Company Size

    By reviewers
    Large Enterprise
    Midsize Enterprise
    Small Business
    By reviewers
    Company SizeCount
    Small Business9
    Midsize Enterprise4
    Large Enterprise24
    By reviewers
    Company SizeCount
    Small Business3
    Midsize Enterprise1
    Large Enterprise3
     

    Questions from the Community

    What do you like most about Cisco Prime?
    The most valuable features of Cisco Prime include its comprehensive functionality as a one-stop solution for basic SNMP port management.
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    What needs improvement with Cisco Prime?
    The product's performance monitoring feature could be more intuitive.
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    What is your primary use case for Cisco Prime?
    We use Cisco Prime for centralized configuration management backups and monitoring.
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    What needs improvement with HPE Intelligent Management Center?
    I face the issue with the integration with links on Fortinet Firewall. This will be sorted out with the help of IMC, and now I have a modem dialing as per my needs.
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    What is your primary use case for HPE Intelligent Management Center?
    I am using this solution for network monitoring, links monitoring, and complete monitoring of my infrastructure. I also deploy FortiVAF, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiManager as part of a complete securi...
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    What advice do you have for others considering HPE Intelligent Management Center?
    I rate the overall solution nine out of ten.
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    Also Known As

    Cisco Prime Infrastructure
    HPE IMC
     

    Overview

    Cisco Prime products deliver next-generation management by supporting an intuitive workflow-oriented user experience and integrated lifecycle operations across Cisco architectures, technologies, and networks.

    Cisco

    HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) is a comprehensive management platform that was built from the ground up to support the Fault, Configuration, Accounting, Performance, Security (FCAPS) model. It provides features and functions that are designed for comprehensive management of the network infrastructure. IMC was designed to provide the following functions:

    • Supports the ITIL operational center of excellence IT practices model.
    • Uses a single-pane management paradigm to enable end-to-end business management of IT services
    • Provides scalability by supporting distributed and hierarchical system architectures, through additional operating system and database support.
    • Uses an SOA model to provide full resource, service, and user management.
    • Enables integration of traditionally separate management tools using a modular design.
    • Enables enterprises to expand their infrastructure management in scale and to seamlessly accommodate new technologies at the same time.
    Hewlett Packard Enterprise
     

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    Mohawk Industries, Universidad EAFIT, Halton Healthcare
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