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Pros
"I have found some of the key features of the solution are it can be configured similar to Cisco, it is secure, easy to use, and the dashboard works well."

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"The most valuable feature is the port analytics.""The solution has made configuration and setup very, very easy.""Based on my use cases, Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center was a great product that was easy to manage and work with while being a powerful tool.""Configurations between FortiGate and FortiSwitch have to link to each other. We need configuration. The configuration is not like a Cisco switch. It has a unique configuration.""The product's most valuable feature is its ability to manage switches from one central point.""It integrates well.""I like the solution's technical support. I rate the technical support a ten out of ten.""What I like about the solution is that it can be accessed anywhere."

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Cons
"In some configurations, I am unable to use two switches as one and it causes some problems."

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"We need to understand a bit more about certifications and knowledge for understanding capabilities. The solution should make that more clear to its users.""They could improve availability and security by detecting and preventing switch attacks.""Before using FortiSwitch, you need several certifications.""The UI of the firewall and reporting could be improved.""The solution can improve by upgrading QSFP+, it is very limited and must be supported more than it is now. If we need FortiSwitches to support all the QSFP ports our budgets would have to be very large.""There could be more porting software options for easy deployment in the product.""With IT products, there is always room for improvement.""The product must improve the latency in the management center."

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  • "Cost-wise, Fortinet solutions are cheaper than those offered by Cisco."
  • "This solution is expensive but it does not require a license."
  • "It is reasonably priced."
  • "The solution's pricing is a little high. The solution deserves the current price it receives from its users."
  • "The product is less expensive than one of its competitors."
  • "Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is expensive."
  • "The solution is not expensive."
  • "We pay a yearly licensing fee for the solution, which is expensive."
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    Top Answer:The product has a mid-range price. Generally, switches are expensive. I rate the pricing a five out of ten.
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    Also Known As
    Dell EMC PowerSwitch Campus Series, Dell EMC PowerSwitch Branch Series, PowerSwitch Campus and Branch Switches, PowerSwitch Campus Switches, PowerSwitch Branch Series, Dell EMC PowerSwitch N Series, PowerSwitch N Series
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    Overview

    The Dell EMC Open Networking portfolio of enterprise-class wired and
    wireless, next-generation management and industry-leading support is
    designed to meet the needs of your business. Our cost-effective, futureready solutions reduce complexity and integrate seamlessly into existing
    networks for flexible growth and investment protection

    With 10 or 40 GE access ports and a high-throughput backbone, FortiSwitch Data Center Switches are ideal for the top-of-rack (ToR) server or firewall-aggregation applications. The high-speed switching fabric is also well suited for enterprise network core or backbone network installations.

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    Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Comms Service Provider11%
    Insurance Company7%
    Educational Organization6%
    REVIEWERS
    Comms Service Provider22%
    Insurance Company22%
    Renewables & Environment Company11%
    Marketing Services Firm11%
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    Computer Software Company21%
    Comms Service Provider9%
    Government8%
    Financial Services Firm6%
    Company Size
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    Small Business33%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise48%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business63%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise21%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business38%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise44%
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    Dell PowerSwitch Managed Campus is ranked 27th in Ethernet Switches while Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is ranked 17th in Ethernet Switches with 19 reviews. Dell PowerSwitch Managed Campus is rated 9.0, while Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of Dell PowerSwitch Managed Campus writes "Secure, easy to use, and dashboard works well". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center writes " Handles network connectivity between data centers and supports internet applications". Dell PowerSwitch Managed Campus is most compared with Aruba Switches, Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access and Meraki MS Switches, whereas Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is most compared with Aruba Switches, Cisco Ethernet Switches, Huawei Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches and Meraki MS Switches.

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