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They are superior processors of information between systems and databases
July 04, 2022

They are superior processors of information between systems and databases

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
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Overall Satisfaction with Lenovo Flex System Blade Servers

All of our servers are Lenovo Flex System Blade Servers. We use Lenovo Flex System Blade Servers for nearly all of our computing needs. Only two non-BladeCenter servers from an earlier era remain active. It prevented the need for costly new server infrastructure. Since the price was so much lower, we didn't have to bother with getting approval from higher-ups to buy as many servers as we required.
  • The Lenovo Flex System Blade Servers warn IT employees of hardware issues. It's helpful to be notified of potential concerns so we can solve them early.
  • Buying servers is easy. Select the central processing unit, the amount of RAM, and any expansion cards you may need.
  • The physical BladeCenter can spot problems quickly. Front-panel LEDs show the status of much of the gear.
  • I wish we'd used this BladeCenter more because it simplifies IT.
  • It could be my browser, IE. I click and wait till the screen updates and changes so I can do specific actions.
  • If there's an urgent alert at night, I'd rather get an SMS.
  • Costs for BladeCenter servers are roughly 50% lower than those of traditional servers.
  • Hardware performance.
  • Integration is really simple.
  • Rather than launching multiple Windows or VNC sessions to monitor multiple servers, you can use the application's remote management capability instead.
  • Our IT department was able to more quickly and easily acquire buy-in for necessary expenditures and accomplish other goals.
  • True cost savings require figuring in the price of the BladeCenter itself, which may seem exorbitant at first glance.
I find that IBM/Lenovo servers are more robustly constructed and provide more comprehensive online technical specifications, which are useful for troubleshooting and budgeting purposes. Their gear is strong, solid, and trustworthy. Hardware problems are extremely rare for us. IBM/customer Lenovo's service is top-notch; it's always quick to respond and really helpful. Support doesn't have you answer a lot of questions before helping you. Since they recognize you as a server administrator with some amount of expertise, they can converse with you at that level.

Do you think Lenovo Flex System Blade Servers delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Lenovo Flex System Blade Servers's feature set?

Yes

Did Lenovo Flex System Blade Servers live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of Lenovo Flex System Blade Servers go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Lenovo Flex System Blade Servers again?

Yes

It's possible that a Lenovo Flex System Blade Servers won't be useful in a less substantial setting. It is more cost-effective to buy separate servers if you need only a few. A BladeCenter would be useful if you have a requirement for several servers, require high levels of uptime and redundancy, or must share a SANS. I've dealt with other businesses where I was first instructed on how to use a mouse. Doing so is pointless given that you have been called to report a malfunctioning system. They are quick to respond, and if you require replacement hardware, they will even drive to your location to get and deliver the necessary components.