Lenovo ThinkSystem DE Series is valued for virtualization support, simplicity in use and management, ease of troubleshooting, dual controllers, performance, and cost-effectiveness. It's suitable for mid-range and large businesses with good CPU and RAM capabilities. Key features include block-level storage reliability, ease of configuration, available installation documentation, and multiple host bus adapter interfaces. Storage performs well with good price per gigabyte on SSD solutions and integrates effectively with other systems.
- "My advice to others is that this is a straightforward, detailed documented, and supported solution."
- "We have had a very good experience with customer service and support, as they answer questions very fast and resolve our issues."
- "ThinkSystem is a good offer and can work out well if you can work with it to fit the use cases that you have."
Lenovo ThinkSystem DE Series needs improved performance and faster part replacement, especially in locations like Kenya. Enhanced software support, including integration with Hyper-converged infrastructure and backup software, is desired. Users want easier tiering and advanced software integrations to rival competitors. Current limitations include inadequate scalability and insufficient storage and connection types. A snapshot feature and alert system for part orders similar to IBM are also suggested. DE Series is viewed as an elementary entry-level array.
- "The difficult part comes when dealing with the host. You have to enable multi-pathing and other aspects that are needed for proper configuration."
- "Improvements can be made to the product's performance."
- "You can not buy a lot of options for these devices. There are a lot of things that it does not do."
