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"We never have any issues or glitches."

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"SuperCluster is basically a combination of Oracle, with Exadata and Compute node features, so it is a computing cluster that is integrated in a single infrastructure such that we don't need a separate solution for the application database, the data storage database, and everything else the application needs.""Scalability and technical support.""Because it's classified as an engineered system, it's all integrated, it's all supported by one vendor. We don't have to go to multiple vendors for support, it's all integrated under Oracle.""Because SuperCluster is a specially engineered system, we have confidence in that all the components are compatible with one another. Everything runs together as a well-coupled group of machines, and the performance is great (especially the memory).""Our primary use case is for E-Business Suite applications the applications for the government, and most of the applications that use an HCM.""Unix is not as easy for the users, it needs more maintenance and costs extra.""The two features that I find to be the most valuable are high availability and high performance.""A valuable feature is the Exadata Storage appliance, optimized for database queries."

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"It's an integrated box Mac solution, so it's a plug and play. The deployment and build is pre-made and ready to deploy. It makes it easy to apply.""UCS Manager worked well for net/blade management and has allowed fairly easy use of dedicated bare-metal blades.""​It has improved system performance, batch times for off-hours processing, and reliability with production applications.​""The high redundancy of components has minimized frequent service degradation/failure.""​We have seen measurable increases in our system performance. Those increases have been directly measurable in application performance and the delivery of critical business information to our users.​""The most valuable feature is that it is centrally managed, as it is quite easy for our customers to manage everything, end-to-end.""Some of the key features are the ease of operation and access, without constraining actions. The tool is available to actually move things around, do things quickly quickly.""The component integration means I don't have to worry about technology mismatches."

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"The management is really difficult when it comes to systems with traditional services."

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"We have faced network connectivity issues.""I would like to see control domain and zone management via a management console, similar to that of OVM.""There are many areas for improvement. For example, better guidance in terms of troubleshooting issues relating to ZFS, as well as better tools/diagnostics for monitoring that specific component, to better identify potential issues. Hardware monitoring via OEM 13.2 is not 100 percent, as Ops Center is still required in some instances.""It's not working as we expected. We thought it would be fast and reliable but we are not getting the reliability. It's not stable.""A major issue for us is that after the most recent update of SuperCluster, they have now stopped all future production of new versions. That is to say, after M7 there was M8, and now there are no future versions planned (e.g. M9) in the market.""If it had capabilities to integrate really well with DB2 or SQL Server or Hitachi SANs, those sort of things, that would be a real benefit. Right now, it's fully supported only under all Oracle infrastructure.""Not a very user friendly solution.""They may have made some improvements but based on the version that I am using, it is a little complicated because it is based on the Unix Operating system."

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"The integration with other vendors' products needs to be looked at. It's not as flexible as we would like it to be.""Troublesome relationships with VCE at the beginning of our use came undone quickly after we went live.""With respect to the technical support, there is room for improvement.""The user control could be more advanced. They should work to improve this in future releases.""While most public clouds are deployed on Linux, there is current no certified Vblock working on KVM hypervisors.""RCM upgrades were not scripted, and you needed to roll on your own. We were led to believe this would be otherwise.""OEM services requires too much planning and low availability of certified engineers.""RCM upgrades are painful."

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  • "For us, the licensing costs are a large amount, but we are also paying for the rack, the SLA, and other extras. When I look into our organization's requirements regarding performance, machine load, etc., I believe that, while expensive, SuperCluster is nevertheless good for us."
  • "Due to the multiple products involved in our use of SuperCluster (including different software, hardware, etc.), I cannot comment on the licensing aspect."
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  • "Strive for a consolidated ELA."
  • "Related to tech support: I believe it is too expensive."
  • "I would not say the pricing is not good value. It is still on the expensive side, near the top-end of cost compared to what's available now. Also, the licensing has to be improved. There has to be a clear definition of the licensing from the initial set-up so the customer knows what they are paying for, without being hit later on with extra licensing. The licensing definitions should be clearer and, perhaps, have one set of licenses rather than multiple licenses."
  • "It is not cheap."
  • "Vblock appears from the first while to be very expensive. There are more items you cannot see in the BOQ: customer service, support, delivery short time, and highly experienced VCE engineers."
  • "I think the pricing is on the higher end of the spectrum. There could be some adjustments that could be made there. Regarding licensing, watch compatibility with external products that you run on Vblock. It has got to be properly architected, otherwise, you will run into licensing issues."
  • "The paid support for Vblock is expensive."
  • "Vblock is priced at a premium because people don't want the headache of managing and deploying different products."
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    Also Known As
    Oracle MiniCluster, S7-2, M7, M6-32
    VCE Vblock
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    Overview
    IBM PurePower System offering combines storage devices, networking devices, virtualization capabilities, and management functions into a single infrastructure. The IBM PurePower System offering is provided in several single rack and multiple-rack configurations and vary over time as technology and offerings are increased.

    Secure cloud infrastructure with the industry’s most advanced security, extreme performance, and a complete suite of efficiency enhancements, tools, and automation that work together to dramatically lower cost and complexity.

    VCE Vblock Systems is an all-in-one virtualization platform that integrates the leading storage, network, and compute technologies from the likes of EMC, VMware and Cisco. VCE Vblock allows organizations to easily and securely deploy cloud computing and virtualization in their environments, supporting these multiple technologies and providing flexibility and agility for changing business needs.

    Sample Customers
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    Advania, Dimension Data, Atos, Etisilat Nigeria, HDFC, Specialized Bicycle Components, Uganda Revenue Authority, iQor, United Energy, Portic Barcelona, B Logistics, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, CSC, CNSI, REDISA
    Xerox, ACS, and Columbia Sportswear.
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    REVIEWERS
    Financial Services Firm44%
    Government22%
    Comms Service Provider11%
    Logistics Company11%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Government17%
    Financial Services Firm15%
    Computer Software Company9%
    Non Profit8%
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    Financial Services Firm19%
    Pharma/Biotech Company13%
    Construction Company13%
    Retailer6%
    Company Size
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    REVIEWERS
    Small Business8%
    Midsize Enterprise8%
    Large Enterprise83%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business18%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise68%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business33%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise50%
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