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We performed a comparison between Dell XR2 Rugged Server and Lenovo Edge Servers based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"The storage and the disc performance in terms of IOPS is great.""The scalability of the Dell XR2 Rugged Server is good and easy to do."

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"It is a stable solution. The product doesn't have any problems when it comes to stability.""I like Lenovo's XClarity Controller, and the ability to control and deploy Edge Servers through this XClarity interface."

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Cons
"It lacks a modular option to expand to a 16-bay system.""Dell XR2 Rugged Server could improve if there was more customization allowed."

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"With Lenovo, when it comes to its HCI-related part, which includes ThinkAgile, users may face issues as VMware licenses are not linked with ThinkAgile.""Airflow in the servers can be a problem. Sometimes we cannot add CPU to Edge Servers because there's not enough airflow in the appliance."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The price of one Dell XR2 Rugged Server is approximately $10,000."
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  • "The solution is available to users at a low price."
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    Top Answer:The scalability of the Dell XR2 Rugged Server is good and easy to do.
    Top Answer:The price of one Dell XR2 Rugged Server is approximately $10,000.
    Top Answer:Dell XR2 Rugged Server could improve if there was more customization allowed.
    Top Answer:It is a stable solution. The product doesn't have any problems when it comes to stability.
    Top Answer:I don't have much to comment on what requires improvement in the product because my company is more engaged with Dell's servers than Lenovo's ones. I'm not that much familiar with Lenovo. My company… more »
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    12th
    out of 22 in Rack Servers
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    721
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    Average Words per Review
    277
    Rating
    9.0
    13th
    out of 22 in Rack Servers
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    351
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    1
    Average Words per Review
    527
    Rating
    8.0
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    Also Known As
    XR2 Rugged Server
    ThinkSystem Edge Servers, ThinkSystem SE Series, Lenovo SE Series, Lenovo ThinkSystem Edge Servers
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    Overview

    A high performance rugged server with workload acceleration and faster memory that is specifically designed to thrive in space constrained, rugged and harsh environments, at the edge. Make it yours.

    Designed and built with the unique requirements for Edge servers in mind, it is versatile enough to stretch the limitations of server locations, providing a variety of connectivity and security options and easily managed with Lenovo XClarity Controller. The ThinkSystem SE350 is a rugged compact-sized Edge solution with a focus on smart connectivity, business security, and manageability for the harsh environment.

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    DIGISTOR - Secure Data Storage
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    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Manufacturing Company16%
    Government9%
    Financial Services Firm7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Energy/Utilities Company10%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    Government6%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business18%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise63%
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    Dell XR2 Rugged Server is ranked 12th in Rack Servers with 2 reviews while Lenovo Edge Servers is ranked 13th in Rack Servers with 2 reviews. Dell XR2 Rugged Server is rated 9.0, while Lenovo Edge Servers is rated 9.0. The top reviewer of Dell XR2 Rugged Server writes "Simple to scale, high availability, and top level service and support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Lenovo Edge Servers writes "A budget-friendly tool that offers good stability". Dell XR2 Rugged Server is most compared with HPE ProLiant DL Servers, Dell PowerEdge XE Servers, Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers and Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers, whereas Lenovo Edge Servers is most compared with Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers, Dell PowerEdge FX, HPE Moonshot and Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers.

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