Find out in this report how the two File and Object Storage solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
It does not require much management once you set up correctly, so it saves time, allowing an admin to focus on other work.
Despite being more expensive than Huawei, it is stable and most enterprises accept the price due to its stability.
In terms of Dell PowerScale (Isilon) specifically, we have seen a return on investment due to faster performance than our last few storage arrays, and the general usability is a lot better.
The second cluster of Dell PowerScale (Isilon) gives us flexibility for small things like code upgrades, all the way to scenarios where we have lost this data center or data, allowing us to check if data is still intact on the other side.
Since they operate 24 by seven, the necessary tasks are completed continuously, which is quicker than if my team handled them only between nine to five.
We had HPE hardware on Hyper-V previously, and HPE GreenLake gave us dHCI with VMware and a lot more stability.
I have seen a return on investment with HPE GreenLake for File Storage.
I would rate them an eight out of ten.
The support is done through email and is not that great, making it a very problematic area I've been dealing with for over four years.
Support online is definitely a ten out of ten.
Dell provides support within four hours, and they always fulfill their promises.
They have managed previous issues well.
The reason for this rating is that there is no downtime.
On a scale from one being the worst and ten being the best, I rate my customer service and technical support for the HPE GreenLake for File Storage as a ten.
The support with GreenLake is good because we always have an engineer who helps the customer.
Pure Storage FlashBlade is scalable.
We started on PowerScale with around about 300 terabytes and are now two and a half petabytes, still on the same file system.
That's really saved us in certain areas as we didn't have funding to expand Dell PowerScale (Isilon) until next year, which is why we utilized the cloud pools functionality to offload.
Dell PowerScale is highly scalable, as evidenced by the reduced physical hardware and the efficient use of rack space.
It's suitable for startup growth as well as large enterprises, and the modular, disaggregated nature provides the flexibility needed for efficient application scaling.
Currently, we don't use any sort of scaling ability, but being able to buy what you need when you need it and only having to pay as you grow is a game changer for our operational costs; it's a money saver.
You can connect around 2 million storage servers to the same architecture, so scaling is not a problem.
In case there is any issue with any blade, the data is moved to another.
Since we have good protection levels, the data is secured and replicated across the disks.
I assess the stability and reliability of Dell PowerScale (Isilon) as perfect.
I find the product to be resilient and stable. There's no downtime and no crashes.
The file system is very stable and it rarely goes down.
Having had zero catastrophic outages.
Since we've been on HPE GreenLake for File Storage, I have not experienced any downtime, crashes, or performance issues.
Technical support definitely needs significant improvement.
Its configuration should be easier.
Hardware failures under warranty should be addressed within the promised timeline.
I would want to see more AI features with Dell PowerScale (Isilon).
If I could improve one thing on Dell PowerScale (Isilon), it would be better object storage as it recently breached into S3, and that capability could be broadened.
HP has already deployed AI in GreenLake's cloud features, but they should also integrate them into the flash array.
It provides a fast head start, but when dealing with complex situations, it doesn't lead you effectively.
If they could provide me with a troubleshooting document for the issue I was experiencing with connecting to Aruba Central, that would be great.
The pricing of Pure Storage FlashBlade is expensive compared to other products I used from other companies in the past, but one benefit is that they have built-in ransomware protection.
It's quite expensive for the amount of storage we have.
My experience with pricing, setup costs, and licensing for Dell PowerScale (Isilon) shows it's a premium platform, so it's a big amount of money.
The pricing is excellent.
It provides excellent pricing for massive enterprise customers wishing to remain on-premises while achieving competitive prices to cloud providers without requiring migration.
In summary, it's a predictable cost, but the VMware aspect is a problem.
HPE GreenLake for File Storage is relatively cheaper than Cisco, so that's a big plus.
We can plug in many blades, and we can have data up to one terabyte.
The best features of Pure Storage FlashBlade include better throughput and better performance.
Dell PowerScale offers high scalability and stability as well, making it a valuable solution for enterprises.
In our AI initiatives, Dell PowerScale (Isilon) plays a significant role in data analysis, data fusion; principally, it is involved in data analysis, data extraction, and statistical analysis.
Single files are limited to four terabytes in our configuration, however, the system can support up to 16 terabytes, so we can scale based on that too.
This provides the flexibility of a pay-per-consumption model, allowing me to choose resources without investing in the entire platform.
It's important for my business that the solution has independent scaling of performance and capacity while our storage system is online.
I evaluate the solution's performance for eliminating front-end caching and data movement between media as fast; we don't notice any latency.
Product | Market Share (%) |
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Dell PowerScale (Isilon) | 8.6% |
HPE GreenLake for File Storage | 0.4% |
Pure Storage FlashBlade | 5.7% |
Other | 85.3% |
Company Size | Count |
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Small Business | 11 |
Midsize Enterprise | 11 |
Large Enterprise | 20 |
Company Size | Count |
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Small Business | 16 |
Midsize Enterprise | 17 |
Large Enterprise | 36 |
Company Size | Count |
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Small Business | 2 |
Midsize Enterprise | 2 |
Large Enterprise | 14 |
FlashBlade is the industry’s most advanced scale-out storage for unstructured data, powered by a modern, massively parallel architecture to consolidate complex data silos (like backup appliances and data lakes) and accelerate tomorrow’s discoveries and insights.
Dell PowerScale leads in unstructured data management with unified file and object storage, massive scalability, security, and cloud adaptability, enhancing AI, analytics, and enterprise applications with exceptional performance and resilience.
Dell PowerScale Isilon provides a comprehensive platform for unstructured data, excelling in scalability, management, and performance. With features like single-pane management, SyncIQ, and SmartQuotas, it handles large datasets with flexibility and robust security. Its multi-protocol support and seamless expansion improve operational efficiency. While it offers strong data protection, enhancements in cloud integration, cybersecurity, and performance are sought. Users note potential for cost reductions and streamlined configurations and mention desired improvements in object storage handling and NFS support.
What are the key features of Dell PowerScale Isilon?Organizations across industries utilize Dell PowerScale Isilon for large-scale unstructured storage, supporting applications like video archiving, genomic data storage, and high-resolution imaging. Educational institutions, research centers, and media enterprises rely on its scaled-out storage capabilities, providing centralized, secure storage for diverse applications in hybrid, cloud, and on-prem environments.
HPE GreenLake for File Storage offers flexible, scalable storage solutions, catering to enterprise needs with on-premises services and a cloud-like experience. It aims to simplify data management while providing operational agility.
HPE GreenLake for File Storage empowers organizations with an on-premises cloud service model, offering a consumption-based approach that aligns costs with demand. It supports various workloads through quick deployment and efficient capacity management, making it suitable for enterprises seeking flexible data storage solutions. Businesses benefit from streamlined operations with a focus on optimizing performance and security.
What are the key features of HPE GreenLake for File Storage?In financial services and healthcare sectors, HPE GreenLake for File Storage is implemented to manage large volumes of sensitive data. Its scalability and security features provide valuable support for compliance and data protection, while the consumption-based model ensures cost control and flexibility in data handling.
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