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Dell PowerFlex

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What is Dell PowerFlex?

Dell PowerFlex (formerly VxFlex) software-defined storage solutions aim to enable transformational agility for organizations looking to modernize their datacenter operations. The vendor states PowerFlex enables extreme flexibility, massive scalability, and enterprise-class performance and resiliency while simplifying infrastructure management and operations.

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Really easy to use and well built software defined storage system

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Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology (501-1000 employees employees)

Pros

  • Dell hardware is built solid and works well
  • The interface is smooth and easy to use, also updates are easy
  • Much flexibility due to being a Software defined SAN

Cons

  • Costs are high, especially when having to replace multiple old SAN's with the one type
  • There is alot of down time when you have to push updates out to the units
  • Not sure we still have the full hang of all the functions as there's some pretty deep functions that are not explained well

Return on Investment

  • Budget restraints caused us to have to wait a few years to do this project
  • Licensing is complex and confusing, and you may need help from support
  • Professional services are recommended as the roll out can be tough

Other Software Used

Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, Dell EMC VxRail, Aruba Software Defined WAN (SD-WAN)

Gorgeous outside and inside! Would buy again!

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Verified User
Engineer in Engineering (501-1000 employees employees)

Pros

  • Gets all your (SAN) ducks in a row, and makes it easy with a single pane of glass
  • The usual good dell support if you're paying for the right support level
  • It can get expensive with options added but base price is pretty competitive

Cons

  • Loooooong firmware and software upgrades
  • Those long upgrades make your hands sweat when they feel like they've stalled out
  • Support can be hit or miss as far as knowledge of the product

Return on Investment

  • Money saved in having a bunch of other competing storage units
  • All kinds of time saved for our admins that have to deal with storage
  • The units look good and give you that futurey data center vibe!

Other Software Used

Dell EMC Avamar, Dell EMC VxRail, Cisco Aironet 1800 Series Access Points