HP answers Cisco with Matrix; Data center visions galore

Yes, but ...: last time we checked, to replace our nnn number of ultra-low-cost rackmount servers with nn number of blades, we would have to shell out some pretty big bucks. Blades ain't cheap, neither are the accessories, service packs, and general folderol that they wanted us to pay for.

The ROI numbers they gave us? Our guys pulled them apart in about 30 minutes. We don't pay list price for hardware, we don't compare platinum onsite support to mail-in repair plans, and as a LAMP shop we don't use a ton of expensive management software.

So where's the beef? It looked like mostly fat to us ...; Posted by: terry flores Posted on: 04/20/09 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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