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We performed a comparison between Dell PowerConnect Switches and HPE ProCurve based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two LAN Switching solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
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Pros
"The product is cheap.""It's easy to set up. We can put it in production in a couple of minutes.""The most valuable features of the solution stem from the fact that it is a stable and reliable product covered with good warranties and prices that ensure deep discounts for partners.""The most valuable feature is stability.""The most valuable feature of Dell PowerConnect Switches for me is the throughput. I also like that the product has more compatibility with Dell infrastructure, especially with EMC and new generation Dell servers. Dell PowerConnect Switches can also easily integrate with Dell servers, and this is another pro.""This is a very reliable solution.""The features I've found most valuable are that the product is very easy to configure and inexpensive.""Its throughout and compatibility are the most valuable."

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"HPE ProCurve is used to connect servers and storage in the data center.""One of the biggest things in HPE ProCurve that I like, though not necessarily a feature, is the HPE warranty because it's probably better than any of the other vendors that we deal with, as it has a lifetime replacement. Feature-wise, the web interface of HPE ProCurve is typically pretty good and I like that as well.""The web page interface is very convenient and easy to use for setting up your feedback loops.""HPE ProCurve offers a very good value proposition compared to that of other switches and is very energy-efficient.""Inter-VLAN is a great feature.""The most valuable feature of HPE ProCurve is its ease of use and implementation.""It has an excellent menu system where you can use both the CLI and a menu system and the GUI version. They have three options for manipulating, updating, and changing the switch, which we like.""It's easy to manage and configure. The configurations can be exported and imported to another solution."

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Cons
"The solution's ROI for generic networking is not extraordinary.""The product needs to improve in terms of reports and backups.""Their hardware is not reliable, it's faulty.""I expect it to be a zero-touch or a plug-and-play device. To some extent, it is, but we need to know the architecture, and we need to know what exactly we are doing. It is not so easy to implement. It depends on what exactly we are doing and it is still not a plug-and-play or zero-touch device. In the upcoming version, they can make it zero-touch, where we can just power it on and start using it. They can have some templates for different scenarios, such as when you are using it for the data center or adding it to your existing infrastructure.""A big issue with this product is that when our customer migrated the data center, one cluster blocked the whole network and because we had a new approach, some commands were not compatible with the new version.""We've only been using the solution for half a year. We haven't run into any issues, but maybe over time, that may change. It's too soon to tell. Offhand, there aren't any features that are lacking.""Because of the stackings you lose some boards and switches.""The one issue you face in the industry there is always some planned obsolescence in these switches."

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"The interface we have could be better.""The product must provide something similar to Cisco’s command-line interface.""HPE ProCurve could improve by making their command more similar to other solutions, such as the access codes. There should be a standard. Additionally, if the configurations could be done from the cloud would be a benefit and the port uplink speed should improve.""An area for improvement in HPE ProCurve is the web interface not being as robust because you still have to go to the COI to make modifications or look at the exact configuration.""Procurve would work better if it had more options like the web environment.""I would like to see integration with HPE OneView.""HPE ProCurve's web interface is old, and I have to log in on each device separately, making them the product's shortcomings that need improvement.""The only things that might need improvement would be the administrative tools and the graphical interface. The GUI could be improved on the administrative interface, for example."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "This solution is much cheaper than comparable products by Cisco."
  • "The price of these switches is okay."
  • "Its price is okay. Sometimes, it is lower than a Cisco solution."
  • "Cheaper than its competitors"
  • "Inexpensive"
  • "If you want to purchase a new Dell PowerConnect Switch, you will pay up to $1,600, but I bought them used. I bought the four Dell PowerConnect Switches that I used for $1,000."
  • "Dell PowerConnect switches are cheaper than Cisco switches. Cisco's higher capacity switches (100 or 200 gigs) are super-expensive. With the higher capacity, the price of the switches and the price of the architecture go high. Dell is cheaper and modular. So, I don't need to invest 100% upfront. I can invest as I progress. That is an option because the chassis will not be populated with all the pluggables. I have a choice because it is modular. I can go for 25 gigs today, and after four months, I can go for 100 gigs, and after that, I can go for 200 gigs. I have a choice when it is not a fixed switch."
  • "Pricing for Dell PowerConnect Switches is quite competitive compared to Cisco and HP pricing. Dell has cheaper pricing and the company is trying to push for sales for its switching infrastructure because right now, the current market is dominated by Cisco. In the US market, there's Cisco, HP, Juniper, and Arista which you can buy for data center switching meant for different kinds of enterprises and ISPs. Dell PowerConnect Switches, on the other hand, is a product for people who need smaller setups or individual switches, especially those looking for a cheaper product and basic switching, though you can also buy a complete suite packaged with the switches."
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  • "You buy the switch and that's it."
  • "The cost of HPE ProCurve is good."
  • "The purchasing cost a few years ago for two units was approx €5,000."
  • "This is an expensive switch."
  • "The price of this product is cheap."
  • "HPE ProCurve products are reasonably priced."
  • "The price could be more competitive."
  • "We are a public company, so we are obliged to take the best offer from the vendors. They gave us the best price for the needs we had. It was considerably less than Cisco. It had maybe 40% lower cost."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The solution’s technical support is good.
    Top Answer:The IOS software that is used on the switches could be improved. The solution is a little cumbersome to configure and get them up in the environment.
    Top Answer:HPE ProCurve is used to connect servers and storage in the data center.
    Top Answer:The solution's pricing could be made cheaper.
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    Also Known As
    PowerConnect Switches
    ProCurve, HP ProCurve
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    Overview
    PowerConnect Switches family offers a set of flexible, manageable and comprehensive switch solutions supporting up to 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) and optimized Internet iSCSI (iSCSI) performance with Dell Storage solutions, ideal for enterprise and campus LAN environments alike.
    HP Networking (HP ProCurve) products enable a cost-effective network that's agile, flexible, and fully interoperable. Boost availability, performance, monitoring, and productivity with HP network software, services, and support.
    Sample Customers
    Amerijet Holdings Inc., CGD Securities, MavenWire, Tulane University
    Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, Cardinal Newman Catholic Secondary School, DY 4 Systems, EdgeWing, Edmonton Public Schools District, Halton Catholic District School Board, Hartwick College, Hatch Associates, Huntingdon College, Roseville Joint Union High School District, Saddleback Valley Unified School District, One Superior Place
    Top Industries
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    Media Company19%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Computer Software Company13%
    Government6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Government10%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Comms Service Provider7%
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    Government20%
    Retailer15%
    Wholesaler/Distributor10%
    Healthcare Company10%
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    Computer Software Company14%
    Comms Service Provider12%
    Educational Organization9%
    Government8%
    Company Size
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    Small Business63%
    Midsize Enterprise20%
    Large Enterprise17%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise54%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business46%
    Midsize Enterprise29%
    Large Enterprise26%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business29%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise54%
    Buyer's Guide
    Dell PowerConnect Switches vs. HPE ProCurve
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Dell PowerConnect Switches vs. HPE ProCurve and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
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    Dell PowerConnect Switches is ranked 3rd in LAN Switching with 11 reviews while HPE ProCurve is ranked 2nd in LAN Switching with 17 reviews. Dell PowerConnect Switches is rated 8.0, while HPE ProCurve is rated 8.6. The top reviewer of Dell PowerConnect Switches writes "Reliable, easy to set up, and has good throughput, but lacks SD-WAN support, and its knowledge base and technical support need improvement". On the other hand, the top reviewer of HPE ProCurve writes "Good CLI and GUI interface capabilities, but the initial setup is complex". Dell PowerConnect Switches is most compared with Cisco Catalyst Switches, Cisco Nexus, NETGEAR Switches, Arista Networks Platform and Dell PowerSwitch N-Series, whereas HPE ProCurve is most compared with Cisco Catalyst Switches, Aruba Instant On Switches, NETGEAR Switches, Cisco Nexus and Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches. See our Dell PowerConnect Switches vs. HPE ProCurve report.

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