Cisco UCS Series
June 16, 2025

Cisco UCS Series

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
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Verified User

Modules Used

  • Cisco UCS X-Series Servers
  • Cisco UCS S-Series Storage Servers
  • Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers

Overall Satisfaction with Cisco UCS Series

Cisco UCS Series was a strong contender for the next generation computing upgrade. The current platform is end of life and out of support. A vendor and product was needed that would address the lifecycle issues that are typical with computing platforms.

Pros

  • Easily cusomtizable for various workloads
  • Native tintegration with CIsco networking components
  • Form and fit is compatible with existing rack systems

Cons

  • Support for legacy asychronous communicatiosn devices.
  • Cost per unit is high
  • More detailed transparency of system MTBF
  • Cisco support helped reduce research and pathfinding time needed for the trade study. This was a major reason Cisco was considered in the down-select.
WHereas all vendors provided a wide range fo x86 processor support, Cisco provided the most useful configurations. HPE needed to outsource to 3rd party vendors for parts but was the most cost effective Dell didn't have small form factor processors needed but did offer more adadpter slots which was required.
It has helped sfandardize the configurations and solutions. A conslidated and streamlined product line reduced logisitics and manaagement times. ALso in terms of troublesystem support it is easier to work with a single vendor as like a one stop shop for all issues. This has veen super helpful
Yes but we had to recommend a different solution to our customer due to cost constraints. THis was unfortunate as we felt Cisco UCS Series would have veen a better solution.

Do you think Cisco UCS Series delivers good value for the price?

Not sure

Are you happy with Cisco UCS Series's feature set?

Yes

Did Cisco UCS Series live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of Cisco UCS Series go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Cisco UCS Series again?

No

Complete turnkey solutions for customers and programs. Easily can recommend a flexpod that fits the workload requirements,

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