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Dell PowerEdge M pros and cons

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PROS

PowerEdge M is easy to manage, allowing administrators to focus on other IT issues.
iDRAC is highlighted as the most valuable feature for efficient server management.
High-quality hardware and after-sales service make PowerEdge M stand out.
PowerEdge M facilitates infrastructure consolidation, supporting multiple servers in compact spaces.
PowerEdge M is cost-effective with superior performance and infrastructure compared to competitors.

CONS

Complex setup process and limited I/O selection
Issues with Dell's support and partner knowledge
Lack of GPU nodes and direct GPU solutions
Scalability and VLAN configuration need improvement
Firmware updates and caching need enhancement
 

Dell PowerEdge M Pros review quotes

MD
Feb 14, 2023
The solution offers remarkable flexibility, reliability, and extensive software support.
YM
Jul 2, 2024
The installation is easy.
Brian Ricci - PeerSpot reviewer
Jul 30, 2024
The solution's most valuable feature is its interface.
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SM
Jul 14, 2023
The initial setup is easy.
reviewer2597157 - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 25, 2024
It allows us to consolidate our infrastructure very efficiently, enabling us to deploy eight servers in a seven-unit density.
Joshua Kurian - PeerSpot reviewer
Apr 8, 2024
The solution's most valuable features are centralized monitoring and management and the ease of upgrading firmware.
it_user1337562 - PeerSpot reviewer
Dec 22, 2020
The solution integrated well.
Roberto Hung - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 6, 2024
The server is more common for the mass market and although it is nothing special, what stands out is the good after-sales service provided.
Muhammad Saqib - PeerSpot reviewer
Dec 4, 2024
The iDRAC feature is most useful for server management in Dell, comparable to HP iLO.
SR
Nov 8, 2020
I have compared Dell EMC to other solutions and have found it to be good. The SAN and LAN traffic, manageability, and upgradability are all good.
 

Dell PowerEdge M Cons review quotes

MD
Feb 14, 2023
I would like to have additional HPC and AI capabilities on general Dell PowerEdge servers.
YM
Jul 2, 2024
One area for improvement is VLAN configuration.
Brian Ricci - PeerSpot reviewer
Jul 30, 2024
I believe that the tool’s support team is an area with certain concerns where improvements can be made.
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SM
Jul 14, 2023
There is room for improvement in scalability.
reviewer2597157 - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 25, 2024
One area for improvement is the connectivity, specifically the backplate and switch connections.
Joshua Kurian - PeerSpot reviewer
Apr 8, 2024
Dell PowerEdge M lacks GPU nodes and doesn't have a direct solution for GPUs.
it_user1337562 - PeerSpot reviewer
Dec 22, 2020
The set up is complex
Roberto Hung - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 6, 2024
There is no specific feedback on improvements directly from our usage.
Muhammad Saqib - PeerSpot reviewer
Dec 4, 2024
Dell support should be faster.
SR
Nov 8, 2020
In terms of improvement, it should also offer a hyper-converged option.