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Enterprise Kubernetes on Dell Infrastructure

Deploy production Kubernetes on Dell PowerEdge and VxRail. We specialize in bare-metal Kubernetes, hyperconverged infrastructure, edge computing, and infrastructure modernization across the full Dell stack.

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Why Choose THNKBIG for Dell Kubernetes Consulting

As a Dell Technologies Partner based in the United States, THNKBIG brings deep infrastructure expertise to enterprises across Texas, California, and nationwide. We have deployed over 100 Kubernetes environments on Dell infrastructure — from high-performance PowerEdge clusters running GPU-accelerated AI workloads in Austin data centers to VxRail hyperconverged platforms serving Houston enterprises to edge deployments on PowerEdge XR servers in remote manufacturing facilities. Our US-based engineers understand that the foundation of reliable Kubernetes is reliable infrastructure, and Dell delivers both.

What sets our Dell practice apart is our integration expertise across the full Dell stack. We do not just deploy Kubernetes on servers — we architect complete platforms that leverage Dell PowerScale storage for persistent volumes, Dell PowerSwitch networking for high-performance container traffic, and Dell CloudIQ for infrastructure intelligence. Our implementations connect Kubernetes workloads to enterprise storage, configure SR-IOV networking for maximum throughput, and integrate with Dell management ecosystem for unified operations.

For enterprises modernizing infrastructure, we provide a strategic path from legacy systems to modern Dell platforms. We have helped organizations in Dallas, San Antonio, Los Angeles, and San Francisco migrate from aging hardware to current-generation PowerEdge, implement VxRail for simplified hyperconverged operations, and adopt Dell APEX for consumption-based infrastructure. Whether you are building AI infrastructure with NVIDIA GPUs on PowerEdge, consolidating workloads on VxRail, or deploying edge Kubernetes at scale, our Dell expertise ensures your infrastructure investment delivers maximum value.

Our Dell Infrastructure Expertise

Our engineering team holds Dell certifications and maintains deep relationships with Dell technical teams. We have worked with PowerEdge servers across multiple generations — from 14th generation through the latest 16th generation systems — understanding the specific BIOS configurations, firmware versions, and hardware features that optimize Kubernetes performance. Our bare-metal expertise includes iDRAC automation for server management, OpenManage integration for fleet operations, and performance tuning specific to Dell hardware.

We specialize in GPU infrastructure on Dell PowerEdge for AI/ML workloads. This includes configuring NVIDIA GPU Operator for Kubernetes, implementing MIG (Multi-Instance GPU) for efficient GPU sharing, and architecting cluster autoscaling that properly accounts for GPU resources. Our implementations deliver the performance that data science teams need while maintaining the cost efficiency that finance teams require. We have built AI training clusters on Dell for enterprises across Texas and California that rival cloud-based alternatives at a fraction of the long-term cost.

For VxRail implementations, we bring VMware expertise alongside Kubernetes knowledge. We integrate vSphere with Tanzu on VxRail for organizations that need both VMs and containers, configure VxRail simplified lifecycle management for Kubernetes clusters, and architect hybrid deployments that span VxRail HCI and traditional PowerEdge compute. Our implementations ensure your VxRail investment supports containerized workloads as effectively as traditional virtualization.

Dell Infrastructure Capabilities

Dell PowerEdge Kubernetes

Run production Kubernetes on Dell PowerEdge bare-metal servers. We deploy high-performance compute clusters optimized for GPU workloads, AI/ML training, and demanding enterprise applications.

Bare-metal K8sGPU workloadsHigh-performance computePerformance tuning

Dell VxRail & HCI

Hyperconverged Kubernetes with Dell VxRail. We integrate Kubernetes with VMware on VxRail for simplified operations, seamless lifecycle management, and enterprise-grade reliability.

Hyperconverged K8sVMware integrationSimplified operationsLifecycle management

Dell Edge Computing

Deploy Kubernetes at the edge with Dell PowerEdge XR and XE series. Rugged, compact servers for industrial IoT, retail, manufacturing, and remote location workloads.

PowerEdge XR/XERugged deploymentsIndustrial IoTRemote locations

Infrastructure Modernization

Transform legacy infrastructure to modern Dell platforms. We help enterprises adopt Dell APEX, implement hybrid cloud architectures, and modernize data centers with the latest Dell technologies.

Legacy to modernDell APEXHybrid cloudData center refresh

Frequently asked questions

Dell PowerEdge servers offer the ideal foundation for production Kubernetes. With industry-leading performance, enterprise reliability, and extensive GPU support, PowerEdge delivers the compute power needed for demanding containerized workloads. We optimize Kubernetes deployments on PowerEdge for maximum performance, proper resource allocation, and seamless integration with Dell storage and networking.
Dell VxRail provides a turnkey hyperconverged platform for running Kubernetes alongside traditional VM workloads. With deep VMware integration, VxRail supports vSphere with Tanzu for Kubernetes, simplified lifecycle management, and consistent operations. We deploy Kubernetes on VxRail to give enterprises the flexibility to run containers and VMs on a unified, easy-to-manage infrastructure.
Yes. Dell PowerEdge XR and XE series servers are purpose-built for edge computing — compact, rugged, and designed for harsh environments. We deploy lightweight Kubernetes distributions on these edge servers for industrial IoT, retail analytics, manufacturing automation, and other edge use cases where compute needs to be close to the data source.
Dell PowerEdge servers support the latest NVIDIA GPUs for AI/ML training, inference, and high-performance computing. We configure Kubernetes with NVIDIA GPU Operator on Dell infrastructure, enabling proper GPU scheduling, multi-tenancy, and efficient resource utilization for machine learning and AI workloads.
We help enterprises modernize aging infrastructure with current Dell technologies. This includes migrating from legacy servers to PowerEdge, adopting VxRail for hyperconverged simplicity, implementing Dell APEX for as-a-service consumption, and building hybrid cloud architectures that span on-premises Dell infrastructure and public clouds.

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