The solution can be used for monitoring storage.
The product keeps historical data for a very long time, but it does not support multi-vendor storage
Pros and Cons
- "The product keeps historical data for a very long time."
- "The solution must support multi-vendor storage."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The product keeps historical data for a very long time.
What needs improvement?
The solution must support multi-vendor storage.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for four years.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The tool is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We need about five people to deploy and maintain the solution.
How are customer service and support?
The vendor supports the solution well.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was not easy. The deployment took three to five days.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution is reasonably priced.
What other advice do I have?
People who want to use the product must plan well before using it. Overall, I rate the tool a six out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
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