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Circadence MVO 1200 WAN Optimization suite vs Steelhead comparison

 

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Circadence MVO 1200 WAN Opt...
Ranking in WAN Optimization
13th
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
0
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Steelhead
Ranking in WAN Optimization
3rd
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
23
Ranking in other categories
WAN Edge (13th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the WAN Optimization category, the mindshare of Circadence MVO 1200 WAN Optimization suite is 0.2%, down from 1.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Steelhead is 14.1%, down from 21.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Chaudhary Muhammad Moez Manzar - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 17, 2023
Exceptionally stable and reliable but costly
I have had hands-on experience with the initial setup of Steelhead, particularly in deploying it for a banking system in Pakistan. The deployment involved two cities, Karachi and Larkana, with around sixteen to eighteen branches. To start, we needed licenses for both Steelhead devices, crucial for optimizing traffic. Understanding the volume of traffic between the nodes is essential. For instance, if there is a 1 GB traffic requirement, we need to select a license capable of optimizing that volume. While the claim is that Steelhead can optimize up to 90%, we typically set realistic expectations, aiming for 60-70% optimization. Choosing the right device, analyzing its processing capabilities, ensuring hardware compatibility with the selected license, and understanding the specific requirements are key aspects of the setup process. The initial installation of Steelhead is more about careful planning than complex configuration. The trickiest part is deciding on the right device, box, and license. Figuring out which box suits the purpose and which license can handle the expected traffic volume is crucial. Once that is sorted, the configuration itself is relatively straightforward, mostly done through a user-friendly GUI. The key for engineers is understanding how to analyze the graphs and reports. During deployment, the focus shifts to selecting the appropriate box, software version, and license. The reports become essential for ongoing optimization. The full installation of Steelhead typically takes around one day. However, I usually monitor the system for about a week after deployment to gather mature data and generate comprehensive reports. The deployment of Steelhead is a team effort, not a solo task. Typically, it involves a presales person and a technician, especially if we are setting up in a data center. The infrastructure management and operations team, including system, network, and software teams, are also part of the process. In total, around nine to ten people might be involved, depending on the specific needs.

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"The solution is expensive and the service contacts are costly too. The cost of the device makes the value proposition borderline acceptable for us. The service contract fees we pay is approximately $30,000 annually."
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