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HPE - hard drive - 4 TB - SAS 6Gb/s

Mfg # H6Z87A CDW # 3148706

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  • 4 TB
  • 3.5" LFF
  • NL
  • for HPE M6720 SAS Drive Enclosure (3.5" LFF)
  • hot-swap
  • SAS 6Gb/s
  • 7200 rpm
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HPE 3PAR StoreServ Storage is designed to deliver the agility and efficiency demanded by virtual data centers integrating SAP products. All HPE 3PAR models are targeted towards the most demanding SAP customers for their SAP production systems and landscapes; they are simple to use, yet powerful, autonomically tiered, and multi-tenant storage arrays.

This item was discontinued on October 06, 2022

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HPE - hard drive - 4 TB - SAS 6Gb/s is rated 4.40 out of 5 by 14.
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Robust and takes snapshots quickly What is our primary use case? We have 70 virtual machines, which include various services such as Active Directory, mail server, phone server, file server, security, firewall, and antivirus. How has it helped my organization? The only advantage is taking snapshots quickly. What is most valuable? It has a very robust product. While we may not need many features in our environment, the Snapshot capability and seamless integration with Veeam were important to us. However, Veeam now supports a wider range of products, including VMware. HPE offered us a good discount, which made the StoreServ a viable option. We have experience with several systems, including the HPE x1200 and x1600 models and IBM’s PS3500. We were also considering products from Dell. Some companies that acquired 3PAR storage offered additional choices. Although we didn’t initially require Flash speed, it’s a valuable option. Flash reliability was a concern at the time, but now, the cost of larger hard drives is much lower than Flash. We were looking for hybrid solutions but might now consider going all Flash. What needs improvement? It is expensive. It is an older system, and since then, many new technologies have emerged. Initially, it had a steep learning curve, and understanding its workings was challenging. We had to open multiple support tickets and escalate issues through various levels of support—level one, level two, and level three. Even then, some problems remained unresolved. One specific area of difficulty was understanding the RAID configurations and the concept of chunks, which were unique to 3PAR. HP has moved away from this approach in its newer systems. In general, we might prefer simpler, more straightforward systems over the specialized complexity of 3PAR. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using HPE 3PAR StoreServ since 2020. We are using V7200 of the solution. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? It is scalable. We can buy a lot with money. We have ten terabytes of data. DeepL has about forty-six terabytes. How are customer service and support? Technical support is great. It includes experts from various global locations, such as China, India, California, and the UK. Despite this extensive support network, there are instances where issues like data reinitialization might still occur. Local technical personnel are experienced and provide excellent service, ensuring effective assistance. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive Which other solutions did I evaluate? We evaluated solutions from IBM, HPE, and Dell. During our evaluation, we encountered the HPE 3PAR StoreServ, which initially appeared quite expensive. However, after negotiating with HPE, we received a significant discount—almost fifty percent. We decided to proceed with the 3PAR StoreServ and have been satisfied with its performance. However, the support renewal costs have been high, and as we approach the end of support, we need to consider a third-party support partner until we can upgrade to new storage. What other advice do I have? The migration from IBM to HPE 3PAR StoreServ was a bit challenging. Although we had a partner from HPE, they were also new to 3PAR, which led to some difficulties during the migration. We encountered issues such as hardware compatibility, which required us to obtain a special card for the servers and a switch for 3PAR. Additionally, we had to work with Veeam to ensure compatibility, which involved using a beta version of their software. The system was marketed to us as offering very fast snapshots, which was appealing at the time because we needed extensive backup solutions. It also promised smooth transitions between Nearline and Fast Class storage tiers. However, our work environment changed rapidly, and many planned features did not align with our new needs. Space was a significant issue; we frequently needed more storage than anticipated. While the solution was good, its effectiveness depends on the specific requirements and context of the deployment. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten. Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.Customer
Date published: 2024-08-06T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from A reliable solution for storage with dynamic allocation and integration What is our primary use case? It has dynamic allocation. I have 16 terabytes of storage allocated to various nodes as external storage. It has met our needs. We’re looking for something similar with enhanced scalability. We have about 96 servers and want to increase that to around 200. We need a centralized solution that can easily scale and integrate different types of storage. What is most valuable? Integration with our existing infrastructure has been smooth, though we use a mix of Ethernet and fiber optics. What needs improvement? 3PAR has been reliable. We've had some issues with batteries and power supply, but those are manageable. Most of our problems stem from older equipment. I have to contact them for any inquiries about storage or compatibility with new systems. This slows down our ability to make quick decisions. The process would be sped up if there were a direct line to HP for inquiries. Our funding can change monthly, which affects our ability to upgrade or scale. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using HPE 3PAR StoreServ as a partner since 2012. We currently have about 400 terabytes and plan to upgrade to 2 petabytes. Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? I have experience with Dell storage solutions but found them more challenging to integrate than 3PAR. How was the initial setup? I was responsible for sending a bare metal machine to CERN during the main installation, which laid the foundation for the setup. I needed to install the software myself. My role as an administrator began one month after the installation of 3PAR. I installed the software, calibrated it, and configured the RAID 6 format, among other tasks. What other advice do I have? The learning curve is steep, but we are prepared for it. My experience with the software has been positive, and it meets our institutional needs. We have several AI projects underway. One involves automatically collecting grades using robots at our HPE computing center. These robots gather data and collaborate to streamline the process. We also created a 3D model of the archaeological castle, using AI to identify features and detect any defects. We took photos and generated reports for that project to find ruins and other issues. We’re working on protein-protein interaction solutions in chemistry. This allows us to simulate lab experiments at the computing center, saving time and reducing the need for in vitro tests. Overall, I rate the solution a ten out of ten. Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Partner
Date published: 2024-09-25T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Helps to store data for high-loaded and high-performing systems like business communications systems and telecommunications What is our primary use case? This solution helps to store data for high-loaded and high-performing systems like business communications systems and telecommunications. What is most valuable? It fetches quick responses in milliseconds which can be within 40-50 milliseconds. What needs improvement? The tool has low storage and low performance. This can be solved by adding more disco to the solution. The product’s pricing is also suited for enterprise businesses rather than smaller ones.I would like to see better performance, UI, and compatibility with other products in future releases. For how long have I used the solution? I have been working with the solution for ten years. How are customer service and support? The solution’s tech support is good. You will get a dedicated account manager. How was the initial setup? The solution is easy to deploy. What other advice do I have? I would rate the solution an eight out of ten. You need to properly assess your needs before buying the solution since there are chances of overpaying. The type of configuration that you choose can make the price go higher or lower. Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Date published: 2023-03-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Reliable with a good user interface and helpful support What is our primary use case? The solution is mostly used for storage. What is most valuable? The user interface is very good. It's impressive. I find it very easy to understand. It offers good scalability. The stability is very reliable. There is the possibility of using it in a hybrid way. It's a very popular product for enterprise storage. It's good for medium to enterprise-level companies. It's easy to set up the product. Technical support has been helpful. What needs improvement? This solution is now at end-of-life. We have found the solution to be expensive. For how long have I used the solution? I've been using with the solution for the last six years. What do I think about the stability of the solution? The solution is very stable and extremely reliable. There are no bugs or glitches and it doesn't crash or freeze. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? It is scalable and easily expands. We have various customers on the solution. They might have thousands of users overall, however, we have four to five clients using the product in general. How are customer service and support? We have been satisfied with the level of technical support we get. They are helpful and responsive. Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? We also use Primera and PowerStore. How was the initial setup? The initial setup is very straightforward and simple. We also use Primera and PowerStore and the setup is pretty much the same for all of those. How long it takes will be determined by the capacity and the formats. It can take anywhere from six or seven hours up to 24. We might need two to three staff members to handle deployment and maintenance It depends on the SLA and the organizational structure. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? There is a one-time cost once you purchase the solution. There is no perpetual licensing. It is an expensive product. What other advice do I have? I'm an end-user and handle storage only. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend the product as it is at end-of-life. However, I would rate it ten out of ten. Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Partner
Date published: 2023-03-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from An easy to configure storage solution with good performance tuning What is most valuable? The tool is fast and easy to use. You can also configure it easily. The product also has good performance tuning. What needs improvement? The tool needs improvement in the utilization report at the granular level. For how long have I used the solution? I have been working with the solution for one year. What do I think about the stability of the solution? The product is stable. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? The tool is scalable. How are customer service and support? The customer support team is good. They give timely responses and if need be they also share screens and provide support. How was the initial setup? The initial setup was very easy. What other advice do I have? I would recommend this tool to other users, consumers, or customers. I would rate the solution a nine out of ten. Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Integrator
Date published: 2023-04-25T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from A stable and performance-oriented product What is our primary use case? We use the product for virtualization environment. What is most valuable? I am impressed with the product's online upgrades. What needs improvement? The engagement of the tool's vendor is costly. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using the tool for five years. How are customer service and support? The product's support is both good and bad. How would you rate customer service and support? Neutral How was the initial setup? The tool's deployment is straightforward due to experience. Initially, it was difficult. What other advice do I have? I would rate the product an eight out of ten. A stable and performance-oriented product. Which deployment model are you using for this solution? On-premises Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:
Date published: 2023-04-29T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from A stable and scalable solution that provides good technical support What is our primary use case? We use HPE 3PAR StoreServ for storage. We need stable storage solutions for the virtual machines in our organization. What is most valuable? The solution is quite stable and scalable. What needs improvement? HPE 3PAR StoreServ should increase the storage capacity. Also, the setup is complicated. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using the solution for many years. What do I think about the stability of the solution? The solution is quite stable. I would rate the stability a nine out of ten. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? The solution is scalable. We plan to increase the number of users in the organization. I would rate the scalability a nine out of ten. How are customer service and support? The support is quite good. How was the initial setup? The solution is not easy to set up. It takes many weeks to set up. We need to enter some parameters before we set up the solution. Also, before we put the solution into production, it needs to be tested for almost two months. What about the implementation team? We deployed the solution with our technical team. We need four people to maintain the solution. What was our ROI? The solution is worth its money. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? Our organization pays a yearly license fee for the solution. The licensing fee is not cheap. What other advice do I have? Generally, other storage solutions like EMC are used more than HPE 3PAR StoreServ. However, HPE 3PAR is better when we consider the cost of the product, scalability, and stability. I would recommend the solution to others. I would rate the solution a nine on ten. Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Date published: 2023-04-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from An easy-to-deploy and scalable storage product with an experienced support team What is our primary use case? We are using the solution for capacity storage. What is most valuable? The initial setup was very straightforward. What needs improvement? We are planning to change the storage soon. The tool is old. We are looking for enterprise-grade storage with NVMe capabilities, low latency, and higher responses. For how long have I used the solution? We have been using the solution since 2018. What do I think about the stability of the solution? I rate the product’s stability an eight out of ten. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? The tool’s scalability is good. I rate the scalability a nine out of ten. The product is not for users. It is used by an application. We are using 70% of the total capacity of the tool. We are looking to change the solution. How are customer service and support? The support team has good capabilities. The team has people with good experience. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive How was the initial setup? I rate the ease of setup an eight out of ten. The deployment took three to four months. What about the implementation team? We have an on-site team. One or two people are required for implementation and deployment. What other advice do I have? We choose the solution because HPE is a long-term partner. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten. Which deployment model are you using for this solution? On-premises Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Date published: 2023-08-17T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Has good stability, performance and online upgrades What is our primary use case? Whenever new cars are manufactured and tested in the field, that data is picked up via laptop and stored in the solution's storage arrays. What is most valuable? The most valuable feature of HPE 3PAR StoreServ is its online upgrades. What needs improvement? The solution’s customer support could be improved. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using HPE 3PAR StoreServ since 2021. What do I think about the stability of the solution? HPE 3PAR StoreServ is a stable solution. I rate HPE 3PAR StoreServ an eight out of ten for stability. How are customer service and support? The customer support team doesn't know the answers to the problems, and they cause delays. All the tickets, including a high ticket, always go to their L1 support before going to L2 and L3, which is not expected. I have to call a very senior SME eventually, and then they would really start working on the issue, which causes delays most of the time. How would you rate customer service and support? Neutral How was the initial setup? The solution’s initial setup is straightforward. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? HPE 3PAR StoreServ is an expensive solution. What other advice do I have? I would recommend HPE 3PAR StoreServ to other users because it has good stability and performance. Overall, I rate HPE 3PAR StoreServ an eight out of ten. Which deployment model are you using for this solution? On-premises Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:customer/partner
Date published: 2023-12-18T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Helps to save time but pricing is expensive What is our primary use case? I primarily use the product for self-storage. What is most valuable? The most valuable feature for me is the solution's availability. What needs improvement? HPE 3PAR StoreServ's pricing could be cheaper. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using HPE 3PAR StoreServ for about four years. What do I think about the stability of the solution? I rate HPE 3PAR StoreServ's stability a ten out of ten. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? I rate the tool's scalability an eight out of ten. It has ten users. How was the initial setup? I rate the tool's deployment a five out of ten. It was completed in a few days. You need one resource to handle the deployment. What about the implementation team? A reseller helped us with the deployment. What was our ROI? We have saved time with the tool's use. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? I rate the tool's pricing an eight out of ten. It is expensive. What other advice do I have? I rate HPE 3PAR StoreServ an eight out of ten. Which deployment model are you using for this solution? On-premises Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Date published: 2023-12-09T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from An enterprise storage solution that is deployed in banking and insurance companies, but it stability could be improved What is most valuable? HPE 3PAR StoreServ is an enterprise storage that is mainly deployed in enterprise scenarios like banking and insurance. What needs improvement? The solution’s stability could be improved. What do I think about the stability of the solution? I rate HPE 3PAR StoreServ an eight out of ten for stability. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? Around 20 customers use the solution extensively in their companies. I rate HPE 3PAR StoreServ a seven out of ten for scalability. How was the initial setup? The initial setup is straightforward if it is a single server. If there are multiple servers, the initial setup becomes complex. What about the implementation team? A single server takes an hour to be deployed. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? The solution has two parts: software and hardware, and you need to buy licenses for some features. What other advice do I have? One admin is enough to maintain the solution if it is single storage. A complex environment with a heavy workload will need more people to maintain the solution. I would recommend HPE 3PAR StoreServ to users based on their use cases. Overall, I rate HPE 3PAR StoreServ a seven out of ten. Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Integrator
Date published: 2023-12-07T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Professional support, effective storage capabilities, and reliable What is our primary use case? We are using HPE 3PAR StoreServ for our main enterprise application database. We have a split of hard drive usage in the solution, such as SATA drives. What is most valuable? The most valuable feature of HPE 3PAR StoreServ is its storage capabilities. What needs improvement? HPE 3PAR StoreServ is at its end of life and they are forcing us to purchase new hardware. They will no longer support this solution. They should provide support for a longer time. For example, 10 years instead of five years. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using PE 3PAR StoreServ for approximately four years. What do I think about the stability of the solution? HPE 3PAR StoreServ is a stable solution. We have not had an issue since we have been using it. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? We have approximately three terabytes of usage. The solution is scalable, we are able to add more hardware if needed, such as hard drives. How are customer service and support? The support from HPE 3PAR StoreServ is professional. How was the initial setup? The setup of HPE 3PAR StoreServ is not simple. The configuration is not an easy task to complete. The full deployment took approximately one month. We set up parts to implement, such as databases, applications, and hardware. What about the implementation team? We had support from our local vendors to do the implementation. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? The support for the solution is free for three years, then it is an additional cost. It is approximately $30,000 annually. The price includes a lot of equipment we have not only HPE 3PAR StoreServ. What other advice do I have? We have approximately 100 users that are using this solution. I would recommend this solution to others. I rate HPE 3PAR StoreServ a nine out of ten. Which deployment model are you using for this solution? On-premises Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Partner
Date published: 2023-02-22T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from I like the integration with VMware and the provisioning What is our primary use case? StoreServ is one of several storage solutions we use, and we also have some SAP and high-availability application workloads. We use it for storage and also as a backup repository. What is most valuable? I like the integration with VMware and the provisioning. We also use data compression but not for any of the critical applications. What needs improvement? HPE could improve by raising awareness when a new product is launched. They must think of ways to better serve and engage with their enterprise customers. HPE is selling enterprise products and mission-critical support. This is not a one-time sale, and then it's over. They need to maintain a relationship with their customer over the life of the product, which is typically four or five years. For how long have I used the solution? I have used HPE storage for eight to 10 years. What do I think about the stability of the solution? I rate HPE StoreServe seven out of 10 for stability. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? I rate HPE StoreServ eight out of 10 for scalability. When we need to scale up, we can continue adding capacity within 3PAR after one year or two years. Some OEMs may recommend purchasing the newest storage model. They offer a better incentive because the new product is cheaper than the upgrade. Storage technology is constantly improving, making it cheaper and cheaper. How are customer service and support? I rate HPE customer service seven out of 10. They have some room for improvement in this area. Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? We also use Hitachi storage as well as Dell VNX and Unity platforms. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? We pay for a yearly license. What other advice do I have? I rate HPE 3PAR StoreServ nine out of 10. We use HPE because it's a hardware leader locally. We have a longstanding relationship with HPE, so we trust them more than other providers. But it's a stable product that runs with minimal support. Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:
Date published: 2023-02-22T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Performs well, is reliable, has good compression features, and the support is good What is our primary use case? We are a telecom company. We are using the tool mainly for processing applications. What is most valuable? The virtualization environment is good. The compression features are good. The tool provides data-tiering features. It is a middle-level storage solution. It is good enough. We do not face any problems with it. The performance and reliability are okay. What needs improvement? If we have two different types of disks, only one data-tiering is possible. The product must accept any type of disk. The solution must be vertically and horizontally expandable. It is not possible currently. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using the solution for the last ten 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? Scalability is possible with only the existing drives. The product does not accept the latest drives like the NVMe drives. We have 15 users. How are customer service and support? The support is good. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive How was the initial setup? The solution is easy to deploy. The deployment takes a reasonable amount of time. We need one architect to deploy the tool. It is easy for one person to maintain the tool. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? The tool’s price is higher compared to other products. The solution is 20% more expensive than other storage. Which other solutions did I evaluate? We use Dell and HPE. I prefer Hitachi for scalability reasons. Hitachi accepts drives like HDD, NVMe, and SSD. Hitachi is the best tool. What other advice do I have? We are partners. After we give the inputs to evaluate and ask the commercial to the presales team, they take a lot of time to respond. Overall, I rate the product an eight out of ten. Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Partner
Date published: 2024-04-13T00:00:00-04:00

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