I have found that the multi-homing feature is very valuable in VMware vSAN. It is an easy-to-use solution.
Professional Member at a tech company with 1-10 employees
Beneficial multi-homing feature and straightforward installation
Pros and Cons
- "I have found that the multi-homing feature is very valuable in VMware vSAN. It is an easy-to-use solution."
- "I have used the VMware Replication but I can't get it to work properly. The process should be simplified."
What is most valuable?
What needs improvement?
I have used the VMware Replication but I can't get it to work properly. The process should be simplified.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using VMware vSAN for a couple of years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
VMware vSAN is stable.
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How are customer service and support?
I have not contacted support.
How was the initial setup?
The Initially setup is easy. We have only three or four hosts. However, I might need to use some more services. A larger environment requires more hosts.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I have been told that if I used VxRail it would be cheaper than the system we are using now with buying the products separately. The solution is expensive overall.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
In my company have some new consultant technicians who have more experience in the bigger setups. They suggest that I look at the VxRail solution.
We have been evaluating VMware Horizon and we are thinking about using it.
What other advice do I have?
I rate VMware vSAN an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
System Engineer at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Overall good functionality, straightforward installation, and reliable
Pros and Cons
- "Overall the solution is very good."
- "VMware vSAN could improve by having better integration with other vendors and the storage is limited, I prefer it to the traditional storage."
What is our primary use case?
I provide a workshop for VMware vSAN to the final customers. For example, in Chile, I installed the solution for a company called NG. I have customers in Colombia, Mexico, and Argentina. VMware vSAN is used as a storage solution.
What is most valuable?
Overall the solution is very good.
What needs improvement?
VMware vSAN could improve by having better integration with other vendors and the storage is limited, I prefer it to the traditional storage.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using VMware vSAN for approximately 10 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
VMware vSAN is scalable.
How was the initial setup?
The installation is straightforward. I have developed an automatic script that can install the solution which has been very good for customers.
What about the implementation team?
I do the implementation and maintenance of the solution. Additionally, I support those who are wanting to do the implementation.
What other advice do I have?
This is a good solution.
I rate VMware vSAN a ten out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. partner
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