HPE 3PAR StoreServ vs INFINIDAT InfiniBox comparison

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Everpure FlashArray

Mindshare comparison

All-Flash Storage Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
HPE 3PAR StoreServ	4.3%
Dell PowerStore	7.7%
NetApp AFF	6.8%
Other	81.2%

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Enterprise SAN Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
INFINIDAT InfiniBox	8.9%
Dell PowerStore	12.4%
Dell PowerVault	11.6%
Other	67.1%

Enterprise SAN

Q&A Highlights

it_user789666

Works at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Mar 08, 2018

HPE 3PAR Flash Storage vs INFINIDAT InfiniBox

I know some really sharp people at Infinidat, many of whom are former XIVers. I've read the technical briefs and I think the technology is solid. And of course, there's no doubting the brilliance of Moshe Yanai. But here's the thing; I don't know any Infinidat customers. No one in any of the accounts I've covered has this solution installed. By contrast, I've run across a multitude of 3Par customers, most of whom are loyal to the brand and swear by the technology.

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Sowjanya MV

Technical Lead at Wipro Limited

Has improved performance for mission-critical workloads and enabled seamless non-disruptive upgrades

The availability is 99.99%, which is the main factor any customer would need because their data should be available whenever they want to access it. This is one main critical thing. It is very easy to upgrade since Pure Storage FlashArray handles it well. Everything is non-disruptive now; previously, there were forklift shifts, but now that is not the case. Pure Storage FlashArray says no to forklift upgrades. Usually hardware requires downtime, but Pure Storage FlashArray has improved their footprint so that they are not asking for downtime; everything is just a non-disruptive activity, which is why customers are more inclined towards Pure Storage FlashArray. Customers want more of the models in their environment due to the performance they are giving, and everything is in one Pure1 Array console where we can view all the models on one page or just an orchestration tool. You don't miss anything; you have replication, notifications about replication, and details about which host groups replication is happening in and if that replication is successful or failed. On a daily basis, our purpose is to create volumes for infrastructure; our daily activities include creating volumes and mapping them to the host, doing any migrations from a VM, clearing the data stores, and carving the volumes to those VMs. One key factor is the data compression with a ratio of 5:1, focusing on space efficiency, inline deduplication, and the compression Pure Storage FlashArray works on; that is a major factor we can suggest to any customer. Analytical capabilities are crucial. Daily, we check the throughput and consumption, and Pure Storage FlashArray provides predictions for one year regarding usage. This prediction helps plan updates well ahead. For support, we just raise a case, and they follow up and get it done. There is also AI readiness, but with the model R2, we don't have much of that AI readiness. For others, we do have AI readiness that predicts capacity based on daily or monthly trends, enabling us to analyze how much space we need or if we need to expand the disk shelf. From an operational point of view, a good feature is that if you accidentally delete a volume, it will be retained in the destroyed state for the next twenty-four hours, which is not the same with any other vendor. I have worked in this storage domain for the past fifteen years, and this option is remarkable, benefiting any L1 or L2 engineer. Additionally, from a compliance perspective, Pure Storage FlashArray has REST APIs enabled. I have not explored automation much, but from a security standpoint, it is strong with encryption data. If you want to automate, you can easily integrate with all clouds and explore Pure Cloud for scheduling workloads, including volume creation. Customers find benefit in Pure Storage FlashArray's single management pane of glass due to the dual controller and active-active setup. If one of the controllers goes down, all workloads automatically shift to the other controller, ensuring their data is safe and accessible at all times. This is a highlighted feature that any customer desires because their data should always be accessible. For SAN workloads, we use Pure Storage FlashArray because for SAN FC fiber channel, we don't use it; we use NetApp for NAS activities. We have clearly split this, so SAN is for mission-critical applications, while network-attached storage handles file systems. This architecture helps us maximize the benefit from Pure Storage FlashArray due to the significant workloads from this giant retail client. From a footprint and energy consumption perspective, you can see energy consumption from the Pure1 storage portal on a daily basis, and it is very compact. The three models we use consume only three units, which is quite low. From a footprint and data center perspective, it doesn't occupy much space. As everything moves to cloud, there are requirements to avoid excess spending on data centers, and Pure Storage FlashArray is efficient in energy consumption and is environmentally friendly.

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Muhammad Saqib

System Engineer at Hybrid Tech

Uninterrupted upgrades accelerate performance with good support

I would rate the solution eight out of ten. It should be noted that in Pakistan, some parts are not readily available, and we need to import them from Singapore or other countries. We encountered an issue with a customer where the midplane failed and was not available. We had to wait for several days for a replacement, even in a 24/7 support case. Additionally, we faced motherboard failures in the customer's environment, encountering two motherboard failures simultaneously. We obtained one motherboard immediately, yet had to wait ten days for another. These issues should have been resolved promptly given the 24/7 support level.

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GianpaoloMazzola

Project Deployment at a tech services company with 11-50 employees

Good performance, suitable for big data, but the response time could be improved

The primary use case for this product is high-performance storage This product has good performance. It is similar to the Dell PowerMax and Pure Storage FlashArray. The InfiniBox has three active controllers. The response time for read requests can be improved. It is not as good as the solution…

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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

"It saved a lot of space, as far as physical space in our data center."

"It makes things ten times easier."

"We also use VMware integrations developed by Pure, their plugins in our vCenter environment. They help by allowing our non-technical operations teams to deploy new data stores and resize data stores without me having to involve myself all the time to do those simple tasks."

"The mobile app is very helpful."

"Biggest lesson learned: Why didn't I switch sooner?"

"Their evergreen solution is probably the most needed in any industry, especially today in unprecedented times and supply chain issues, their evergreen solution is amazing."

"Their support system has insight into errors on our SAN fabric that we can't see. They've brought attention to and raised awareness for us about things that we couldn't see, when we were experiencing problems."

"If it's financially viable for you and you can afford it, it's worth it."

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"The technical support has been absolutely fantastic."

"The all-flash positions our organization for growth. If somebody comes to us who needs an application with performance, we have that already formulated."

"The solution is fast."

"All of our servers are HPE, and it links all of the 12 remote ports that we have in Saudi Arabia, so we have only one centralized datacenter."

"I recommend this system to everybody because it doesn't fail."

"Performance is amazing, the downtime is almost none, and it is easy to manage, even for their new software updates, the integration with the server, and with all the HPE environment."

"Having moved over from a LeftHand, which was seven or eight years old, there's a massive boost in performance, and it has definitely improved the speed and the responsiveness of all our applications, which is always good."

"I have used this solution for over seven years at many different companies."

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"Its ease of use, smooth integration into the existing environment, quick and easy management, the number of other features available such as snaps, remote replica, etc are valuable features."

"Overall, this is a good product with good performance."

"Mostly, their support is also great at reacting to issues but moreover, proactive to prevent issues."

Cons

"We haven't seen ROI."

"It falls far short of protocol support."

"I would like some form of QoS implemented. As a service provider, it would be beneficial to have it."

"The pricing and licensing of Everpure FlashArray is a problem because Everpure is considered more expensive than competitors."

"I would like to see them lower the costs."

"The price is too high."

"There are scenarios with very specific functionality around VMware integration particularly to do with the way we'd like to manage LUNs in VMware. The tools are pretty good but there's room for improvement there."

"In terms of the future, I have been excited by some of the copy data management stuff that they're talking about building into the environment. There are feature sets where I've done a lot of automation work. So, I am always looking forward to extensions of their API. They're also talking about a phone home centralized analytics database being used as a centralized management console with a list of new cloud features, but this doesn't seem finalized."

More Everpure FlashArray cons

"I would like to see a faster Ethernet connection. Right now, it is 10G. If they could do multiple hundred gigs to speed up the transfer from the array to the servers, that would be good. We are trying to get away from Fibre Channel."

"This product does not impress me anymore."

"It needs to be cheaper."

"I would rate the solution eight out of ten. It should be noted that in Pakistan, some parts are not readily available, and we need to import them from Singapore or other countries."

"I would like to see more virtualization: storage virtualization, data virtualization would be very nice."

"The solution could improve by being more secure."

"We did a firmware upgrade, and it brought the whole sandbox down. It was supposed to be done transparently, and that did not happen. It was not like we did it on our own; we had support set it up for us."

"They should add AI-enabled dashboards to the solution."

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"The solution isn’t scalable by itself. It’s a self-contained storage solution, i.e., if you need more space, buy another box."

"The response time for read requests can be improved. It is not as good as the solution from Pure Storage."

"InfiniBox, right now, offers only asynchronous replication between two storages."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Our licensing is on a yearly basis. So, every year, we renew. We could do a three-year contract, but right now, we only do a one-year."

"Pure has been flexible with us on the pricing models."

"It's a good price point and it's a solid product for the price."

"The price is reasonable."

"Once you purchase Pure Storage FlashArray it is all-inclusive, you receive all the licenses needed."

"We have seen a reduction in TCO."

"The price was slightly higher than others, but competitive, if you consider all the other features that you get from it."

"The cost of Pure Storage is subjective and determined by your environment. Pure Storage tends to be more expensive than NetApp, but it is cheaper than EMC. Performance varies with data workload, making cost considerations complex."

More Everpure FlashArray pricing and cost advice

"HPE 3PAR StoreServ is an expensive solution."

"To be more competitive, as customer, we need a more aggressive price that includes all the licenses available."

"They have added features, such as the compression and duplication, which have further increased our ROI."

"3PAR was quite a bit less money than EMC, and that was one of the deciding factors."

"The support for the solution is free for three years, then it is an additional cost. It is approximately $30,000 annually. The price includes a lot of equipment we have not only HPE 3PAR StoreServ."

"I would like it to be cheaper."

"The solution's price is reasonable."

"The price of the solution could be reduced for the license and for support."

More HPE 3PAR StoreServ pricing and cost advice

"The license covers any feature and also, the future features are already included. It is as easy as a 1, 2 and 3."

"The best features come included without any additional cost."

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Comparison Review

it_user182013

Federal Civ/Intel Engineering Lead at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees

May 1, 2015

Measuring Up: EMC XtremIO and HP 3PAR

Leading up to EMC World 2015, IT Central Station asked how I would compare EMC XtremIO and HP 3PAR. Until recently, the flash storage conversation in my organization and many others has centered on XtremIO and Pure Storage, the leaders of the all-flash array (AFA) space. To that end, I've written a…

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Answers from the Community

it_user789666

Works at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Mar 8, 2018

HPE 3PAR Flash Storage vs INFINIDAT InfiniBox

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it_user666216

Consultant at a tech services company with 201-500 employees

Dec 19, 2017

3PAR for all life

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it_user127953

Partner at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Dec 19, 2017

Look at HVEConnexions (www.hveconnexions.com) as a great alternative budget wise, technically proven.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

13%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Outsourcing Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Construction Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

15%

Outsourcing Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	73
Midsize Enterprise	38
Large Enterprise	161

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	73
Midsize Enterprise	74
Large Enterprise	170

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Questions from the Community

Which should I choose: HPE 3PAR StoreServ or Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform F Series?

Both are great platforms, but if you are considering all flash solutions, I would recommend you to consider Pure Stor...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Pure Storage FlashArray?

When comparing cost, I find that the cost is either the same or slightly higher, but that is returned by the ease of ...

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What needs improvement with Pure Storage FlashArray?

The only thing I think could be improved is price. The price is the main concern for our customers.

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What's the difference between HPE 3PAR StoreServ and HPE Primera?

HPE Primera has many great features but one of the best is that it is very easy to deploy. From an overall perspectiv...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HPE 3PAR StoreServ?

As a customer, I always prefer to have a lower price. Any customer will always ask for the cheaper price.

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What needs improvement with HPE 3PAR StoreServ?

I have no specific ideas for improvement at present. We just need to verify whether our current virtual server setup ...

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Also Known As

Pure Storage FlashArray

HPE 3PAR Flash Storage, InServ, Storeserv, 3PAR Flash Storage, HP Enterprise Storage, 3PAR Flash Array, HP 3PAR Flash Storage

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Overview

The FlashArray family delivers consistent, high-performance data services across block, file, and object workloads. As part of the Everpure Platform, it provides the foundation for a unified data plane, enabling applications to reliably access, protect, and manage data across environments with simplicity and predictability. With built-in capabilities such as inline data reduction, snapshots, replication, and ransomware resilience, FlashArray ensures efficient operations, protected data, and consistent application uptime.

As the foundation of the (unified) data plane, FlashArray enables policy-driven automation, monitoring, and centralized management while integrating across cloud and on-premises environments. Built on an Evergreen architecture, it supports non-disruptive upgrades and continuous performance improvements over time while simplifying operations at scale.

What Key Features Does FlashArray Offer?

Simplicity and Speed: Easy management and rapid performance enhancements.
Data Reduction: Effective deduplication and compression.
Flash Architecture: Seamless upgrades and outstanding resilience.
VMware Integration: Excellent compatibility with virtualization platforms.
Predictive Analytics: Strong insights for proactive management.

What Benefits Should Users Consider?

Reliability: Proactive support with minimal downtime.
Efficiency: Reduced storage footprint and enhanced data management.
Performance: Faster processing speeds and low latency.
User Experience: Simplified management with Evergreen model.

In industries like finance, banking, and healthcare, FlashArray supports high-performance storage needs focusing on virtualization and database environments. Employed for VMware workloads, disaster recovery, and storage provisioning, it ensures application performance in private or hybrid cloud setups while enhancing management of virtualized environments.

Everpure (formerly Pure Storage)

HPE 3PAR StoreServ offers unparalleled performance and flexibility for enterprise storage needs. It is highly valued for its manageability and advanced capabilities, making it ideal for mission-critical workloads.

HPE 3PAR StoreServ is a high-performance storage system known for its ease of use and robust architecture. It supports seamless upgrades and is adaptable to evolving technology, making it an excellent choice for electronic medical records, virtualization, and centralized data management. With integration capabilities supporting applications like SQL Server, VMware, and SAP, it effectively meets diverse business needs.

What are the key features of HPE 3PAR StoreServ?

Ease of Use: Simplifies management tasks with an intuitive interface.
Reliability: Offers high availability and robust architecture for mission-critical workloads.
Flash Storage: Provides fast data access and improved performance.
Dynamic Provisioning: Enhances scalability and resource allocation.
Data Deduplication: Reduces storage costs by eliminating duplicate data.
Tiered Storage: Optimizes data storage with automated tiering.

What benefits should users consider when evaluating HPE 3PAR StoreServ?

Performance: Handles demanding workloads with efficiency.
Scalability: Grows with enterprise needs without compromising performance.
Integration: Seamlessly integrates with existing systems and applications.
Proactive Support: Ensures smooth operation with timely updates and support.

HPE 3PAR StoreServ is employed in industries like healthcare and finance, supporting applications such as Oracle databases and SAP. It enhances data processing and provides essential storage for virtual and real-time applications, meeting the rigorous demands of sectors requiring reliable and high-performance storage solutions.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

INFINIDAT InfiniBox delivers cutting-edge storage solutions with enterprise-class performance, reliability, and scalability that meet the demands of modern data centers. A proven choice for organizations seeking cost-effective, high-capacity storage with seamless integration.

INFINIDAT InfiniBox is recognized for its advanced storage architecture, which enables high availability and effortless scalability tailored for businesses seeking to optimize their data management. With its highly reliable performance, InfiniBox integrates seamlessly into existing systems, providing robust data protection and reduced complexity. This platform is essential for businesses requiring substantial storage capacity without compromising on speed or efficiency, offering exceptional usability and adaptability across industries.

What are the key features of INFINIDAT InfiniBox?

Triple Redundant Architecture: Ensures data safety with three active-active controllers offering unparalleled uptime.
Petabyte Scale Storage: Supports large-scale storage needs with up to 5PB of effective capacity.
InfiniRAID: Offers high performance with triple redundancy for data protection.
High Performance: Provides lightning-fast data access, supporting real-time analytics and critical workloads.
Flexibility: Seamless integration with existing IT infrastructure, allowing for easy scaling and customization.

What benefits and ROI to expect when evaluating INFINIDAT InfiniBox?

Cost Efficiency: Delivers reduced storage costs through high capacity and smaller data center footprint.
Operational Simplicity: Simplifies management tasks, leading to reduced administrative overhead.
High Availability: Minimizes downtime with triple active-active controller architecture, enhancing reliability.
Scalability: Easily scales to accommodate growing data requirements without complexity.
Performance Advantage: Improves workload efficiency with ultra-low latency and optimized throughput.

INFINIDAT InfiniBox is implemented across various industries including finance, healthcare, and telecommunications, where data reliability and performance are critical. In finance, it supports real-time transaction processing and data analytics. Healthcare applications benefit from its secure and scalable storage, ensuring compliance with stringent data privacy regulations. Telecommunications companies rely on its robust architecture to maintain uninterrupted service delivery and data management efficiency.

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