It does not have the same module flexibility that was present in IBM Blade. On the Blade System, I was able to choose between the Cisco module, or BMC module. Since the switch to Lenovo, I have not had the same choice of modules, only the BMC modules. In terms of new features, I would like to see the Flex System manager integrate into the acquisition. It is necessary to have something like a Flex System manager to allow for the management of single or multiple items in one place.
Head manager at a real estate/law firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
Real User
May 20, 2019
The user interface needs improvement because they have an application from which we have to manage the whole system and all of the infrastructure. This application is not working at our premises because of some problem with the hardware itself. So although we brought it with our systems, and we used it to manage all the systems: the storage, the switches, and everything, nevertheless we have to support every part alone and enter the interface in one-by-one. I think we need a more powerful management application that could help us in that regard. We look forward to management software that will help us manage everything from one screen and include notifications of any hardware problems so we can respond before the problem happens.
Blade Servers provide a modular approach to data center infrastructure, facilitating scalability, space efficiency, and energy reduction through compact design. Their architecture allows multiple server blades to coexist within a single chassis, optimizing resource utilization.Blades are crucial for enhancing data center efficiency given their ability to consolidate resources, reduce power consumption, and streamline management. They cater to data-intensive applications, offering efficiency...
Continuing the production of this product is necessary. It is currently out of support, and we are seeking support from other sources besides Lenovo.
The solution's firmware and driver upgrades are a bit difficult.
I had some difficulties with the initial setup.
Flex System's integration with the XClarity Management System could be improved.
The price of the Lenovo Flex System could improve.
The product could improve its integration capabilities. For example, it's not optimized as Cisco UCS servers are.
The solution could improve by providing more integration with other platforms.
It does not have the same module flexibility that was present in IBM Blade. On the Blade System, I was able to choose between the Cisco module, or BMC module. Since the switch to Lenovo, I have not had the same choice of modules, only the BMC modules. In terms of new features, I would like to see the Flex System manager integrate into the acquisition. It is necessary to have something like a Flex System manager to allow for the management of single or multiple items in one place.
The user interface needs improvement because they have an application from which we have to manage the whole system and all of the infrastructure. This application is not working at our premises because of some problem with the hardware itself. So although we brought it with our systems, and we used it to manage all the systems: the storage, the switches, and everything, nevertheless we have to support every part alone and enter the interface in one-by-one. I think we need a more powerful management application that could help us in that regard. We look forward to management software that will help us manage everything from one screen and include notifications of any hardware problems so we can respond before the problem happens.