Responsable arwuitectura at a transportation company with 10,001+ employees
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Simplifies storage management and improves performance
Pros and Cons
  • "Its flexibility is valuable because we have had some moments where we had to adapt, and it has been quite flexible."
  • "We are happy with the service in general. The only thing would be the price of the platform."

What is our primary use case?

We use Dell PowerStore in all corporate infrastructures. It is being used in the two data centers that we have here in Madrid. We have it deployed on all our systems.

By implementing Dell PowerStore, we mainly wanted to cover all the needs for our ERP and our entire corporate system.

How has it helped my organization?

The performance of the storage layer has improved.

We use CloudIQ to manage and analyze our Dell storage. It has significantly simplified storage management and helped us feel more calm about this issue.

The overall energy consumption of Dell PowerStore is appropriate.

I have felt a change in terms of the data consolidation/footprint reduction as compared to our old system, but I cannot say exactly how much reduction there is.

When it comes to the values around environment, social, and governance (ESG values), they are very committed to the whole issue of sustainability. I am happy to know that their goals are in favor of this issue. It is an initiative that stands out in today's market.

What is most valuable?

Its flexibility is valuable because we have had some moments where we had to adapt, and it has been quite flexible.

What needs improvement?

We are happy with the service in general. The only thing would be the price of the platform.

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For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Dell PowerStore for three years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The stability is very good. We have not had any problems with them. They are very robust storage cabins.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

We have already scaled several times, and the result has been very satisfactory.

How are customer service and support?

Their support is very good.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We used CX 340, CX 500, VNX, VPLEX, and a few others. We switched mainly because of technological evolution and performance.

Nowadays, we are required to find a solution that gives storage options for high-weighted data. It is something that the management is asking us to do. We need to incorporate services that are sustainable and that help us reduce our impact and our carbon footprint.

How was the initial setup?

The implementation was not complex. The whole process was very simple.

We had a clear migration strategy. We have had virtualized storage for a long time. In the end, it was a replacement of other EMC arrays because we had the old VNXs and Unity deployed. The migration process was done in the best recommended way, considering the client’s use case. We relied on VPLEX, and that allowed us to have no loss of service and quite high flexibility. We used KISER services for this.

What was our ROI?

I have seen an ROI in terms of the reduction of the space that we need in the data centers and reduction in the computing capacity. We have reduced infrastructure but the same performance.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

It is an expensive service but within the market range.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

We did not evaluate other solutions.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate Dell PowerStore a ten out of ten.

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Simplifica la gestión del almacenamiento y mejora el rendimiento

¿Cuánto tiempo llevas usando esta solución?

He estado usando Dell PowerStore durante tres años.

¿Cuál es su principal caso de uso de esta solución? (Incluya detalles sobre su entorno).

Lo utilizamos en todas las infraestructuras corporativas. Se está utilizando en los dos centros de datos que tenemos aquí en Madrid. Lo tenemos implementado en todos nuestros sistemas.

Al implementar Dell PowerStore, principalmente queríamos cubrir todas las necesidades de nuestro ERP y de todo nuestro sistema corporativo.

Comparta cómo Dell PowerStore ha mejorado su organización. Si no fue así, explique por qué.

El rendimiento de la capa de almacenamiento ha mejorado.

Usamos CloudIQ para administrar y analizar nuestro almacenamiento Dell. Ha simplificado significativamente la gestión del almacenamiento y nos ha ayudado a sentirnos más tranquilos sobre este tema.

El consumo de energía general de Dell PowerStore es apropiado.

He sentido un cambio en términos de consolidación de datos/reducción de huella en comparación con nuestro sistema anterior, pero no puedo decir exactamente cuánta reducción hay.

Cuando se trata de valores ambientales, sociales y de gobernanza (valores ESG), están muy comprometidos con todo el tema de sostenibilidad. Me alegra saber que sus objetivos están a favor de este tema. Es una iniciativa que destaca en el mercado actual.

¿Qué características le han parecido más valiosas y por qué?

Su flexibilidad es valiosa, hemos tenido algunos momentos en los que hemos tenido que adaptarnos y ha sido bastante flexible.

¿En qué áreas se podría mejorar Dell PowerEdge PowerStore?

Estamos contentos con el servicio en general. Lo único sería el precio de la plataforma.

¿Utilizó anteriormente una solución diferente? De ser así, ¿por qué la cambió?

Usamos CX 340, CX 500, VNX, VPLEX y algunos otros. Cambiamos principalmente por la evolución tecnológica y el rendimiento.

Hoy en día, debemos encontrar una solución que brinde opciones de almacenamiento para datos de alto peso. Es algo que la dirección nos pide que hagamos. Necesitamos incorporar servicios que sean sostenibles y que nos ayuden a reducir nuestro impacto y nuestra huella de carbono.

¿Antes de elegir, evaluaste otras opciones? ¿De ser asi, cuales?

No evaluamos otras soluciones.

¿Qué aconseja a otros sobre el costo de instalación, el precio y/o la licencia?

Es un servicio caro pero dentro del alcanc

e del mercado.

¿Cuáles son sus impresiones sobre la escalabilidad de esta solución?

Ya hemos escalado varias veces y el resultado ha sido muy satisfactorio.

¿Cuáles son sus impresiones sobre la estabilidad de esta solución?

La estabilidad es muy buena. No hemos tenido ningún problema con ellos. Son cabinas de almacenamiento muy robustas.

¿Has visto el ROI (Retorno de la Inversión)? En caso afirmativo, ¿de qué manera (es decir, métricas/puntos de datos)?

He visto un ROI en términos de reducción del espacio que necesitamos en los centros de datos y reducción de la capacidad informática. Hemos reducido la infraestructura pero mantenemos el mismo rendimiento.

¿La configuración inicial fue sencilla o compleja y de qué manera?

La implementación no fue compleja. Todo el proceso fue muy sencillo.

Teníamos una estrategia migratoria clara. Hace tiempo que contamos con la modalidad de almacenaje virtualizado. Al final, fue un reemplazo de otros arreglos de EMC porque teníamos implementados los antiguos VNX y Unity. El proceso de migración se realizó de la mejor manera recomendada, considerando el caso de uso del cliente. Confiamos en VPLEX y eso nos permitió no tener pérdida de servicio y tener una flexibilidad bastante alta. Para ello utilizamos los servicios de KISER.

Cuéntanos tu experiencia con el servicio y soporte al cliente.

Su soporte es muy bueno.

¿Cómo calificaría esta solución en una escala del 1 al 10 en cuanto a servicio y soporte?

9.

En una escala del 1 al 10 (1=peor, 10=mejor), ¿cómo calificaría Dell PowerStore? Por favor explique por qué.

Calificaría a Dell PowerStore con un diez.



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Founder Owner at Interface
Real User
Top 10
Feature-rich, simple to install, and has good performance
Pros and Cons
  • "The main feature of Dell PowerStore is its support for NVMe as well as hybrid solutions."
  • "We would consider this solution if the pricing is competitive with other options, as it offers a very good solution. However, the current price is slightly higher than the competition."

What is our primary use case?

Dell PowerStore is used in the BFS industry.

What is most valuable?

The main feature of Dell PowerStore is its support for NVMe as well as hybrid solutions.

We require the most up-to-date NVMe technology.

We like the performance of Dell PowerStore.

Most of the features are available, including support for NVMe and a mix-and-match of storage devices.

What needs improvement?

Dell PowerStore is quite expensive.

We would consider this solution if the pricing is competitive with other options, as it offers a very good solution. However, the current price is slightly higher than the competition.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with Dell PowerStore for five years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Dell PowerStore is stable. I would rate the stability of Dell PowerStore a ten out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Dell PowerStore is a scalable solution.

We have more than 50 customers using Dell PowerStore.

We have a team of two or three people who deploy this solution.

We have 25 engineers.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is very straightforward.

The deployment process only took around thirty minutes.

What about the implementation team?

The deployment process is being handled by my technical team. As the owner of the company, I am not involved in the actual deployment.

What was our ROI?

Dell PowerStore is a good return on investment.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

There are no separate licenses required as all the basic licenses are included in the bundle.

The licenses required may vary based on the customer's specific requirements, such as for decompression, deduplication, disaster recovery data, log shipping, and so on.

What other advice do I have?

I would suggest considering Dell PowerStore for various other applications, such as file storage and video storage, due to its capabilities and features.

I would rate Dell PowerStore a ten out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
An appliance that is well-suited for a variety of use cases when it comes to virtualization
Pros and Cons
  • "A particularly valuable feature is its simplicity."
  • "Data reduction needs improvement."

What is our primary use case?

It's a good product, especially for companies dealing with virtualization. It's well-suited for a broad range of use cases and stands out when it comes to tasks like personalization. If you require power and flexibility in that regard, it's a reasonably priced, straightforward product that is easy to manage. It delivers on its promises without unnecessary complexity.

What is most valuable?

A particularly valuable feature is its simplicity. The reporting tools and support are good, and the solution promotes data reduction, often meeting the compression ratio. You can initially invest in less upfront capacity and expand later as needed.

What needs improvement?

Data reduction needs improvement. While the reporting is generally good for general purposes, it may lack sufficient detail for more technical analysis. If you want to delve into where your I/Os are going, the reporting might need more in-depth information to make informed decisions.

For how long have I used the solution?

I’ve been using the solution for around three years.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The solution is scalable within regions. It allows you to scale up to four nodes in one tool for extensive storage. You can create as many tools as needed, providing scalability based on the use case. It performs well for midsized use cases, especially those involving up to a hundred servers for virtualization. However, you might consider alternative products for more complex and larger-scale operations.

How are customer service and support?

The technical support is good as they continuously monitor the system remotely through a support agent. This agent provides critical alerts, and the response time is typically within an hour.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is straightforward. Firstly, the initial step involves unboxing, followed by configuring connectivity. There are various types of connectivity setups, including straight connectivity, direct connect, and private channel connectivity, offering diverse IT capacity configurations. The setup process encompasses unboxing, provisioning power, and connecting to the necessary switches. However, it's crucial to begin with a well-thought-out plan. One person is required to set up the solution.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The pricing is good. There's no need to pay for a license; it's all-inclusive. The only cost is associated with a support contract based on the level of support you desire.

What other advice do I have?

I recommend this solution, especially if you're not moving everything to the cloud and require reliable local storage. It proves to be an excellent choice.

I rate Dell PowerStore a nine out of ten.
 

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DELLEMC-VMWARE Solution Architect at SEE "Systems Engineering of Egypt"
Real User
Top 10
reliable and easy to set up with good data reduction capabilities
Pros and Cons
  • "The solution is stable."
  • "It doesn't support SSD or Flash."

What is our primary use case?

We primarily use the solution for storage and data reduction. 

What is most valuable?

The initial setup is very straightforward.

The architecture is very good.

It's a reliable product. 

The data reduction feature is quite useful. It has a good reduction ratio during migrations.

The solution is stable. 

What needs improvement?

The solution only supports NPE. It doesn't support SSD or Flash. We'd like the option to be more flexible. If a customer finds out SSD is not supported, they will look for another option.

For how long have I used the solution?

I implemented the solution around two years ago. I haven't used it for very long. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is a reliable, stable product. We haven't had any issues with it. Of course, it is not that old. That said, there are no failures and we have not had controller issues. there are no bugs or glitches. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It is a scalable product. However, I have not needed to go and upgrade it or add more enclosures, et cetera. It can scale up. However, it can not scale out.

I have three customers that have already implemented the tool. More are coming online soon. Most of them are enterprises. We do expect expansion in the coming years. 

How are customer service and support?

Technical support is more than perfect. We are quite pleased with the level of support on offer. 

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I'm also aware of HP, which is a very similar solution. Sometimes the pricing of HP can be better.

How was the initial setup?

The solution is very simple to set up. It is not a complex process. I monitor the process from a design and implementation point of view. 

The deployment takes about 15 minutes if everything is correct and on-hand. Then you move on to the management and you can have the flow up and running. We do the configurations and create the volume and handle the storage of the whole system.

What about the implementation team?

I've implemented the solution three times at different sites. We implement the tool and do the migration. I work with a separate partner and we deploy to the users. 

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The pricing is fixed. We have received a good price overall. Users must pay for the licenses. Most of the tools are included in an out-of-the-box delivery. There are no extra fees.

What other advice do I have?

We're partners.

The solution is acceptable for both small and large companies. 

I'd advise new users to be mindful during the implementation process and make sure it is done right. They need to choose the correct solution and implement either block or unified. It's a good idea to look at the documentation before setting everything up.

I'd rate the solution nine out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

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IT Director at SANHA Polska
Real User
Top 10
Good scalability and efficient data compression process
Pros and Cons
  • "It is a stable solution."
  • "The solution's pricing could be better."

What is our primary use case?

We use the solution for visualization and protection of the environment.

What is most valuable?

The solution's most valuable features are the quick data compression process and ease of scalability for all types of support contracts.

What needs improvement?

The solution's pricing could be better.

For how long have I used the solution?

We have been using the solution for half a year.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is a stable solution.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It is a scalable solution. We have more than 300 end users and two administrators using it. We also plan to increase the usage.

How are customer service and support?

The solution's customer service is excellent.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

How was the initial setup?

The solution's initial setup was straightforward. It took one or two days to complete it.

What about the implementation team?

Our in-house team of two executives implemented the solution.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The price of the solution is high compared to IBM. There are additional costs for storage and support apart from the standard license.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

We evaluated IBM and Fujitsu storage before. In comparison with Dell, IBM has stable software. But Dell is perfect for technical support and training, helping us make the right decisions. Also, we can choose between different strategies or configurations. It is more intuitive and complex as well.

What other advice do I have?

I advise others to prefer more disks for the solution than standard ones. Also, wait to install updates after release. Overall, it is a great product. I rate it as a ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

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Efficient, robust, and user-friendly
Pros and Cons
  • "This solution is highly flexible and offers efficient online compression capabilities."
  • "The cost of technical support is high."

What is our primary use case?

We are in the process of replacing our current SANs, FTP servers, and NAS servers, and have already implemented the new SAN solution.

What is most valuable?

This solution is highly flexible and offers efficient online compression capabilities. 

The equipment is standardized and can be easily upgraded by replacing the controllers. 

The disk sizes are also quite adequate, and the solution is user-friendly. Additionally, it offers extremely fast performance.

One of the benefits of their continuous improvement approach is that each update comes with additional features, without any extra charges for previously missing functionalities.

What needs improvement?

The cost of technical support is high.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with Dell PowerStore for two and a half years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Dell PowerStore is extremely stable.

I haven't had any issues.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The scalability of the technology is excellent. 

One of the enhancements made since last year is the inclusion of NVMe in each shell. By continually extending NVMe, the drives can now reach up to 15 terabytes, which may differ from previous specifications. 

Although the claimed four-to-one compression ratio may actually be closer to two point eight, or three, it is marketed as four, and it comes with a compact footprint.

How are customer service and support?

Technical Support is pretty good.

We've received an email or a phone call.

The higher the scale, the more expensive it is.

When you buy it, it comes with a three-year service agreement, but it is quite pricey. However, it includes everything for our response and everything.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup process for Dell PowerStore is straightforward and easy to follow. Even when using a fiber channel, which supports speeds of 10 and 25 gigabits per second, the setup is relatively simple.

What was our ROI?

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

Dell PowerStore has been priced aggressively, especially when compared to other NVMe storage options. It is likely one of the most cost-effective options for organizations seeking a pure NVMe play in terms of pricing.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate Dell PowerStore a ten out of ten.

It's an aggressive box. It's a real departure. From everybody else.

We are a partner with Dell.

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Storage Specialist at a healthcare company with 10,001+ employees
Real User
Top 10
Great support and great for smaller businesses but needs more maturity
Pros and Cons
  • "The support is very good."
  • "It needs more mature code."

What is our primary use case?

We primarily use the solution as a POC. We have Extreme IOs that we're looking to replace, and this was brought in as a potential replacement for them.

How has it helped my organization?

For our scenario, it doesn't really fit the bill for where we're trying to go. The unit's fine. Unfortunately, it's a relatively greenfield type of product and we're looking for something with a little more robustness that's been in the field more. PowerMax works great, of course, and that's probably what we're going to go to instead. We just decided Power Store was just not going to fit the bill for what we needed. We needed something with a higher tier in the end.

What is most valuable?

The support is very good. 

For smaller shops, the solution is useful. 

What needs improvement?

We felt like this was just kind of a mix of Extreme IO and Unity. We weren't happy with Unity, which is why we weren't going to use Extreme IO. It seems like they just kind of merged two products and made this solution and while I'm sure it's great for smaller shops, we are not a small shop. 

It needs more mature code. 

The VASA plugins for ESX could be enhanced. My understanding is that that is in the roadmap.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've using the solution for about a year. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I'd rate the stability at a three or four out of ten. It could be more stable.  

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

On a scale from one to ten, I'd rate the solution at a six for scalability.

How are customer service and support?

We've been quite happy with support. they are very good. 

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We're trying out PowerMax, and will likely move in that direction instead of sticking with this product.

What was our ROI?

We have not witnessed any kind of ROI while using the solution. 

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The pricing could be better. I'd rate it four out of ten. 

What other advice do I have?

For new users, I would heavily suggest they evaluate their environment with real-world loads, not synthetic loads, when considering the solution.

I'd rate the product five out of ten. 

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Real User
Top 20
The deduplication features ensure that users get more space to use at a lesser cost
Pros and Cons
  • "The product's initial setup phase was very easy."
  • "When you create a case on Dell's support website, you don't always get someone who is experienced in the kind of systems you need help with...making it an area where Dell's support team needs to make improvements."

What is our primary use case?

In our company, we use Dell PowerStore for IBM SAN Volume Controller. Dell PowerStore is useful for areas like storage, database, and VMware.

What is most valuable?

The most valuable feature of the solution is the deduplication part, which is very good. The deduplication part of the solution is valuable since, as a user, you get more space for less money.

The product's performance is very good and matches up or exceeds the performance offered by the previous product in our company.

What needs improvement?

I had a session with Dell concerning PowerStoreOS 3.5. The product can provide backup directly to Dell Data Domain, which we use in our environment, which is something nice for the future, but at this point in time, I can't see anything wrong with it.

When you create a case on Dell's support website, you don't always get someone who is experienced in the kind of systems you need help with when you deal with the first line of support offered by Dell PowerStore. Sometimes, you have to explain the issue multiple times to the first line of support, making it an area where Dell's support team needs to make improvements. I understand why the solution's support team is the way it is.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Dell PowerStore for two years.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I have heard that Dell PowerStore offers scalability options, but I have never used it.

How are customer service and support?

The solution's technical support is good. My company has an on-site engineer to provide us with a line of support whenever needed, especially in a short time, which works perfectly for us.

I rate the technical support an eight or nine out of ten.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

In our company, we have experience with Dell EMC Unity XT, which prompted us to opt for Dell PowerStore. In our company, we also have experience with Hitachi, which is not so great to use for admins.

How was the initial setup?

The product's initial setup phase was very easy.

For Dell PowerStore's installation phase, my company uses the product's GUI and the tools from some other vendors. Sometimes, it's very difficult to set up the system. Dell PowerStore's installation phase is just like Dell EMC Unity XT, which is very simple.

What about the implementation team?

My company's in-house team members took care of Dell PowerStore's installation phase. Dell only puts the storage array in the rack, after which our company takes care of the solution's installation phase.

What was our ROI?

My company has seen a return on investment from the use of Dell PowerStore since it is a good product that is always up and running. We don't have any issues with it.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The product's pricing model is good, and that is why we have Dell PowerStore in our company. My organization had looked at the products and prices offered by other vendors during our decision-making process. In terms of licensing, my organization has Dell Technologies End User License Agreement (EULA), but I don't know exactly how it works, though it is a big bundle of licenses for Dell Data Domain, Dell EMC Unity XT, Dell PowerStore, Dell ECS, and all such kinds of storage arrays. Dell told us that opting for Dell Technologies End User License Agreement (EULA) can help us improve the entire picture of Dell products and services.

What other advice do I have?

The challenges my company wanted to address through the implementation of the product stemmed from the fact that our previous storage array was full and had reached the end-of-life phase, because of which we needed a tool for lifecycle management purposes, after which we found Dell PowerStore to be a logical choice for us. Previously, my company dealt with a couple of systems from HP, while we also had a lot of Dell systems, so we decided to stick with one vendor, Dell.

My organization uses CloudIQ to manage and analyze Dell PowerStore since we get the option to use standby, so when we get calls after work hours, we don't have to use our laptops since we can just log in via our cell phones and check the status of the storage arrays, which saves a lot of time.

With Dell PowerStore, my company saves a couple of hours a year, though it may not be a lot.

I don't know how I would access Dell PowerStore for its overall energy consumption.

I have seen that the product has an enormous capacity when it comes to significant data consolidation and footprint reduction with the use of Dell PowerStore, especially when compared to our company's old system, which comes up to around 70 percent.

It is tough to assess Dell Technologies for its values around environment, social, and governance. Though the aforementioned values are important for my company and storage admin, even if we don't look at that side of our company, I wouldn't personally mind it.

The product has helped our organization in the area of sustainability. The direct space provided by the product can be considered under the sustainability part of the product since, in our organization, we would need less room and fewer cooling modules, which helps.

For two years in a row, my company has not even seen a failed disk with the use of Dell PowerStore, making it a great product.

I rate the overall solution a nine out of ten.

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