Cisco Ethernet Switches Other Advice

Yusuf Kucuk - PeerSpot reviewer
Network Manager at EMU

I rate Cisco Ethernet switches nine out of 10. Cisco is the leader in networking hardware. 

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JW
Network Manager at Telio Management GmbH

All the devices we order from Cisco come from Germany. We simply buy devices. We don't have a relationship with Cisco. 

The big thing with Cisco is the great community. It's really easy to find whatever you need online.

I'd rate the solution eight out of ten. It's not quite user-friendly. They do get it right with Meraki, however, that isn't for the type of company we have. If you have an internet issue and can't reach the switch from the cloud, Meraki will give you issues. 

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Jose-Rivera - PeerSpot reviewer
Account Manager at Telefónica

Be sure you have an understanding of how many appliances you need and how many users you have to cover, so that you have a good and proper design for the solution. 

I rate the solution an eight out of ten. 

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Amir Sanayeayan - PeerSpot reviewer
Network Security Specialist at NIGC

I am satisfied with Cisco Ethernet Switches.

I recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches as a solution for enterprise-size businesses. I haven't worked with Ruckus. I think Cisco Ethernet Switches is the number one tool in the market. In the future, I may work with Ruckus and would be in a better position to speak about Cisco Ethernet Switches.

Overall, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.

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Syed Basheer - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Network Engineer (Level-3) at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees

When choosing a router, it is important to match solutions to requirements. This is a high-end router so important things to consider are use, budget, and desired performance. 

I am not familiar with all of the solution's features. Based on my use cases, I rate the solution an eight out of ten. 

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PS
Senior Manager - SBR Technical Services at Reliance Industries Ltd

I'm currently working with Cisco Ethernet Switches.

I'm not an end-user of Cisco Ethernet Switches, but I help the network team implement the product.

My company is huge because it's a telecom service provider, so it has a significant number of users of Cisco Ethernet Switches, but the number would not reach millions.

I recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches as long as your solution is correctly designed and your requirement is okay. You can implement the product or any other Cisco technology based on the two points I mentioned.

I'm rating Cisco Ethernet Switches as eight on a scale of one to ten.

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IT
Group CIO at a construction company with 10,001+ employees

Considering the present products in the market, Cisco is a leader in the networking world, but price-wise, products from Cisco are priced crazily.

To those who plan to buy the solution, I would suggest that they speak directly to the vendor and not to a consultant so that they can secure a better deal. Dealing with the vendor always fractures positive responses, especially in terms of the costs attached to the solution.

I rate the overall product a nine out of ten.

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Dinesh Upadhyay - PeerSpot reviewer
Sr.Manager-IT at IMI Kolkata

I'm a customer and end-user.

It's a good solution. of course, you need to choose what meets your company's requirements. If you have the capital to buy it, I would recommend it. 

I'd rate the solution nine out of ten. It is robust and I have very few problems when dealing with Cisco switches. Also, support is fantastic.

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DS
Senior Project Manager / Systems Engineer at a consultancy with 11-50 employees

When configured properly, the solution works. I rate this solution nine out of 10. 

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SH
Manager (Customer Service) at Raya Integration

Port security is one of the most crucial features of the platform. It allows for analyzing and confirming security measures at the port level. 

The user interface and management of Cisco switches have significantly simplified network administration. The tool is easy to use, offering numerous options in terms of server connection.

While integrating Cisco Ethernet switches into existing network infrastructure, one challenge I encountered was ensuring connectivity with other servers.

It is reliable and stable, offering a wide range of features that can be easily implemented.

I rate it a ten out of ten.

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RN
Engineer -'SF' at NRSC

So far, the failure rate with the solution is very low, and we want to find a spare for the existing unit.

Users must be familiar with the operation and configuration of Cisco Ethernet Switches to use them. They have to familiarize themselves with the solution and know the different configurations and features it supports. Users need to understand the solution properly before using it.

Cisco Ethernet Switches is a good solution.

Overall, I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches ten out of ten.

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Sven Gotovac - PeerSpot reviewer
Professor at FESB - Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture

Though I wanted to use the product, there were no opportunities at the university that would allow me to use the solution.

The product does have some security features, but I don't get involved with the security area since I don't need it.

There are two to three people to maintain the solution, but we outsource the maintenance services when we face some major issues.

I recommend the product to those who plan to use it.

I rate the tool an eight to nine out of ten.

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KV
IT Manager at a energy/utilities company with 10,001+ employees

In the case of Cisco, users should not limit their knowledge about the hardware from Cisco but should also deep dive into general network services and topologies. Users should not consider Cisco a specific and unique brand but should understand the services that run under Cisco appliances.

Overall, I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches an eight out of ten.

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MB
Network Engineer at Nesma comp

On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate Cisco Ethernet system as a 9 for its overall functionality and support, with the caveat of considering pricing and support options carefully before making a decision

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SR
Senior Technical Director at National Informatics Center

In a big hospital project covering 20 acres and 51 buildings, Cisco Ethernet Switches played a crucial role. We set up connections for the entire campus, including the data center, all the devices people use, and equipment, making sure everything could communicate smoothly.

The scalability of Cisco Ethernet Switches has supported our organization's growth by allowing us to easily expand our network architecture. We have implemented a scalable design with core, distribution, and endpoint switches, connected via fiber optic cables. This setup enables us to add new switches or networks without disrupting the existing infrastructure. We can seamlessly plug in additional switches to the core switches, facilitating expansion wherever needed.

When considering Cisco Ethernet Switches, users should assess their specific needs and whether they require higher speeds or prioritize stability and reliability. It is crucial to ensure that the switches perform as advertised, especially for critical applications. Reliability is crucial, so users should prioritize switches that can operate without downtime, particularly for mission-critical functions.

Overall, I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches as an eight out of ten.

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Vivek Makhijani - PeerSpot reviewer
Director at JEDI SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Overall, I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches ten out of ten.

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Olajide Olusegun - PeerSpot reviewer
Network Team Lead at Atlas Security

I give the solution a nine out of ten.

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John Bayangos - PeerSpot reviewer
Lead Infrastructure Engineer at a educational organization with 1,001-5,000 employees

I rate Cisco Ethernet switches nine out of 10. I highly recommend Cisco switches, but the bottom line is that it depends on your budget.

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DD
Network Engineer at Dukat d.d.

I have utilized Cisco Ethernet Switches in production, regular office plans, and all kinds of environments. In enterprise environments, I have covered everything from offices to manufacturing and labs. We faced no challenges while integrating Cisco Ethernet Switches into our existing network infrastructure.

Cisco should definitely give customers the ability to choose whether they want Cisco DNA or not. Currently, customers need to choose Cisco DNA for at least three years, which is appalling. Customers are buying something they will never use. I would recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches to other users because of its reliability and simplicity.

Overall, I rate the solution a seven out of ten.

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RI
Technical Project Manager at a consultancy with 51-200 employees

What is happening in the industry is that they are separating two things that traditionally held back the growth of switches, which is the control plane aspect of the switch from the data point. What you're finding is that the newer generation of switches, you can control them with a different device separately from the switch itself. In terms of the improvements, the improvements that are going on right now, Software Defined Networking creates the basis for you to have switches that can scale, and can scale very well.

I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.

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Vladmir Fortes - PeerSpot reviewer
Security Manager at ZAP

I would recommend others use Arista, Fortinet, or Juniper switches.

The adoption of Cisco Ethernet switches in Angola was a result of various factors, including the popularity and widespread usage of the brand. Additionally, the impact of the research and advisory firm, Gartner, has played a significant role in the purchasing decisions of decision-makers. Despite the speaker's advice to not solely rely on Gartner's recommendations, the company's influence is perceived as prominent as they often feature the most expensive solutions at the top of their rankings.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a seven out of ten.

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Abubakar Bello - PeerSpot reviewer
Security Administrator at NDIC

There are between 2,000 and 2,500 people making use of the solution in our company.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches as a nine out of ten. 

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DR
Sr. Information Officer at Merino Industries Ltd (Merino Group)

I rate Cisco Ethernet switches 10 out of 10.

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KR
Tata Medical Center logo Senior IT Infrastructure Supervisor at Tata Medical Center

We are absolutely fine with Cisco products. The product is good, but it is expensive. It will be helpful if it is cheaper. Whenever we order anything, it takes a lot of time to reach us. Overall, I rate the tool a ten out of ten.

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Richard Hermogeno - PeerSpot reviewer
Channels Management Head at Philippine National Bank

I would recommend this solution to others. This is the most reliable brand on the market.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a ten out of ten.

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DM
Network Tech Leader at a aerospace/defense firm with 201-500 employees
HI
Network Team Lead at ElSewedy Education

We're just customers and end-users.

We use Cisco switches at Layer 2 and Layer 3.

I wouldn't necessarily recommend Cisco to other organizations. After using HP, I found that they had just as good of a product with more features and better pricing.

In general, I would rate this product at a seven out of ten.

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MP
Head, Technology & Managed Solutions at BCN

I would highly recommend it, especially for people who are doing wide-scale deployments like campus networks or a city-wide network square. 

I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a ten out of ten. I don't see any product that performs better. We had a Chinese company coming in to do a bunch of presentations and stuff like that, but at the end of the day, those of us who are at the back doing the configurations understand that it is nothing closer to what Cisco offers.

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PinchasAlbalya - PeerSpot reviewer
Network Engineer at Ben Gurion University

We are looking forward to the 10-gigabit uplink port, which is an improvement that we have waited for. We expect to have this new module in one or two months.

Cisco has a family of Small Business Switches called SG. For example, the SG300 model. This is a cheaper model, and although they are missing some protocols, they are very good. Out of our one thousand switches, we have about one hundred SG models. The price of these is lower than Juniper switches.

I surely recommend this product, and the new Cisco line seems to be even stronger. There are improvements in terms of new modules and power supplies, and the price is not increasing.

I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.

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Daniyal Khalid - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Solutions Specialist at Google

If someone uses the solution for the first time, they must know that network design is the most important part. They must pick the right models. Overall, I rate the product a nine out of ten.

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YF
sTAM at a computer software company with 10,001+ employees

I work with the latest version of the solution. I'm an implementor and my company is a Cisco Gold partner.

I would recommend the solution to others. I would rate the solution at an eight out of ten.

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RK
Account Manager at a computer software company with 11-50 employees

I would advise new users to work with a reseller that has a good history of working with Cisco and that can do a good game plan upfront with what your actual long-term goals and needs will be.

I'd rate the solution at an eight out of ten. The product is excellent, however, nothing is perfect, which is why I haven't rated it at a perfect ten. There are always ways to improve.

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IP
Cyber Security Consultant at Ukroboronprom

Cisco Switches are very good. They are interoperable with Microsoft solutions, by the way.

On a scale from one to 10, I would rate Cisco Switches about a nine.

I would surely recommend Cisco Switches for other users who want to start using it.

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MH
Network Admin at a transportation company with 201-500 employees

My advice would be to look at Fortinet. Overall, on a scale from one to ten, I would give Cisco Ethernet Switches a rating of eight. 

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BO
Network consultant at Juniper Solutions Ltd

I recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches to others and rate it a ten out of ten.

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TC
Office Ohrid at AGENCY FOR REAL ESTATE CADASTRE

I give the solution a ten out of ten.

Having a Cisco Ethernet Switch is beneficial when selecting a network environment. It is advantageous to compare all the necessary components from different manufacturers, but ultimately, Cisco covers all the areas that will be necessary for the future.

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AS
Deputy IT Manager at ICAPP (Americana Group)

My advice to others looking to purchase a Cisco Ethernet Switch is the best use case depends on many factors. For example, the number of users, details of the company, type of network, and how large the network is. If the company is small to medium-sized I would recommend Aruba. For larger companies, I would recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches an eight out of ten.

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KS
Manager Infrastructure & Projects at Kinetic Pride

I have complete confidence in this solution. It is my go-to solution when I'm organizing any network for a client. Of course, for many people, its cost could be an issue, but when you consider running a stable implementation and the risk of downtime in case of any issue vis-a-vis the initial purchase cost of the equipment, it is a no-brainer. I would suggest people take this route. If someone has the budget, they shouldn't skimp on it.

I would rate it an eight out of 10.

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HW
Sr. Security Network Engineer at Children's Cancer Hospital - Egypt 57357

I recommend this solution, it's very dependable.

I rate this solution eight out of 10. 

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DK
Information Technology Security Architect at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees

Cisco Ethernet Switches can be easily used at data centers and also at the enterprise level. However, if you're looking for a solution for a large scale deployment or for a large scale data center, then you should probably consider a different solution.

I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches at eight on a scale from one to ten.

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RS
Network Engineer at a educational organization with 1,001-5,000 employees

We're just customers and end-users.

We've had several versions over the years, mostly Catalyst switches.

It's just a really solid product. I'd give the product a rating of eight out of ten as they are really good switches.

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MA
Technical & Pre-Sales Manager at GateLock

I would rate this solution a nine out ten.

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ERICK KAGWEZA - PeerSpot reviewer
Network and Collaboration Engineer at SoftNet Technologies Limited

I give the solution a nine out of ten.

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MN
Network Analyst at a manufacturing company with 11-50 employees

We're customers and end-users. 

I'd advise users to try out the product. I've been happy with its capabilities. 

I would rate the solution nine out of ten. 

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BR
Responsable Infrastructures, Réseaux & Télécoms at a university with 201-500 employees

I'd rate the solution at a nine out of ten.

I would recommend the solution to other users and companies. It's great for small to large enterprises. Just the number of ports that we can create makes a difference. We can use a lot of switches with 48 ports. In the smaller cases, we can still use 12 ports. 

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CE
Senior Presale Manager at a tech services company with self employed

When it comes to switches and routers, I will always prefer Cisco over any other.

On a scale of one to ten, I'll give Cisco Ethernet Switches a seven because switch-wise, I think Juniper switches are also very good in performance. Especially the high end switches.

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Imtiyaj Jamadar - PeerSpot reviewer
Information Technology Executive at Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Cisco products are good, but nowadays technology is changing, some other products are available in the market. We are checking some different products available. I'll see how the performance is and how it works on the network.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a nine out of ten.

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AA
Student at a educational organization with 201-500 employees

I give the solution an eight out of ten.

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BE
IT Technical Support Manager at kiriazi

I would tell potential users that they should use it if it's within their budget.

On a scale from one to ten, I would give Cisco Ethernet Switches a nine.

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LM
Enterprise and Security Manager at University of Fort Hare

There used to be a problem with programmability, but with the release of the new switches, I don't think that there's anything that needs to be added.

I would recommend them any day.

My advice for anybody who is considering this type of product is that when you buy a Cisco device, you don't just buy the device but the whole organization. Cisco will get people to assist you when you've got an issue, and they will make sure that you get that support. They have the best after-sales support that I have ever worked with.

I would rate this solution a ten out of ten.

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JM
IT Manager at a construction company with 10,001+ employees

My advice is that if you are going to be implementing Cisco then you should at least have someone in the organization who is knowledgeable and can manage the features. The alternative is to use Meraki because they are easier to manage.

We have some pretty old switches in our environment and some of them are only 100 megabits. I would like to upgrade them all to at least one-gigabit.

Some of our uplinks are on ethernet, but I want to upgrade them to fiber to improve the performance.

I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.

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MB
ICT Manager at a wholesaler/distributor with 1,001-5,000 employees

We mainly work with Cisco ethernet switches at our organization.

Aside from the cost, the Cisco switches are quite stable and easy to use. 

If you have the money as an organization, I would highly recommend Cisco.

We are just a customer of Cisco. We don't have a special relationship with the company in any way shape or form.

I would rate the solution 8.5 out of ten. I would rate it higher, but the price is too high, in my opinion. It's quite good for me in terms of the usage I get out of it, but I find that I don't use other features that Cisco offers now.

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PP
Supervisor of IT Infrastructure & Cybersecurity at a comms service provider with 51-200 employees

You will not be disappointed with a Cisco solution from a technical perspective. Learn the OS via CLI and you will always have job security too.

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SG
First Assistant Vice President at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees

I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.

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JD
CGO at TMS Consulting Inc

We provide engineering and technical support services with a hardware-software. It's my understanding that w don't have a business relationship with Cisco.

I'm not sure which version of the solution we're using.

My advice to other organizations is to make sure to ensure that whoever the supplier is, they can commit to delivering and making deliveries. In our case, we're waiting on one switch for instance. It's in the mail. It got lost. Now they're promising delivery by tomorrow. I don't see that as a Cisco issue, however, it is a problem when it comes to getting everything implemented. I would have locked in the vendor that could ensure delivery if I knew these issues would arise. 

Overall, I would rate the solution as a solid eight out of ten.

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TM
Telecommunication Team Leader at BIK

I would recommend this solution. It is a very good solution.

I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a nine out of ten.

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EK
Partner / Owner at Bimel Elektronik Mamuller Paz. Ltd.

Cisco knows what they are doing and their support is great.

I would highly recommend this solution.

I would rate this solution a ten out of ten.

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NA
Network & System Security Consultant at Zakat House

Cisco is very good and stable. But the problem is that it is costly. It's a very good service but it would be costly for small companies. They should go for lower-end, cheaper switches. Because we are the government, we are stuck with Cisco. But the small and medium-sized businesses must go lower, such as with Huawei or another brand.

On a scale of one to ten, I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a nine.

The main problem is the support in the Middle East. This is a problem for all products, not just Cisco. When you contact support, they don't give you the expert at first, they give you the beginner. Only after going around in a circle do they give you experts. Why don't they just give the expert from the beginning?

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WK
CIO with 501-1,000 employees
The network system will need the capacity for future expansion. To go beyond Enterprise Integration, by creating a new infrastructure. Business decisions made today, now become key strategic advantages and capabilities of tomorrow. View full review »
DA
General Manager at a import and exporter with 1,001-5,000 employees

My advice to others looking to purchases Cisco Ethernet Switches is you pay perhaps a little bit more on the equipment, but there are available engineers to help with the programming, set up, and implementation of the switches. This makes it worthwhile to choose Cisco. If you perhaps have cheap equipment, but if you don't have the people that know how to configure it, do troubleshooting, or analysis, you cannot move forward. 

The equipment might be more expensive, but when you take total ownership of the configuration, maintenance, and analysis, then it's a large benefit. Sometimes customers see only the first cost of the switches and don't look any further. This is a weak point of Cisco.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches an eight out of ten.

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DB
Consultant - Smart Buildings at a tech services company with 201-500 employees

Cisco is the leader of networking and I would recommend it for anyone.

On a scale of one to ten, I would give Cisco Ethernet Switches a 10.

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Paul Ojil - PeerSpot reviewer
Director at Blue Neuron Limited

I rate Cisco Ethernet switches eight out of 10. I would give them a higher rating, but they need to be more sensible on their pricing. They may want to maintain that high price because their products are higher quality. At the same time, other vendors are coming in and filling this space at the bottom of the pyramid. They might end up being a niche market product for people who know or prefer Cisco. I don't think this was their original strategy. I'm sure their original plan was to corner the market on switches for anyone who needs one. The advice I would give to potential Cisco customers is to make sure you know exactly what you want, so you get value for the money. Think about the scalability of your business and your requirements. 

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DC
ICT Manager/Systems Administrator at a university with 201-500 employees

We're customers and end-users. I personally do not have a business relationship with Cisco.

Currently, I'm running an iteration of Cisco IOS 15.0 on 2960 Switches.

In general, we've been quite happy with the solution and I'd rate it at a nine out of ten overall.

I'd recommend the solution to other users. It's a very good product, however, sometimes, it can be expensive.

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DB
Pre Sales Engineer at a non-tech company with 201-500 employees

I would recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches to others.

On a scale from one to ten, I would give Cisco Ethernet Switches a ten.

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DR
Network Engineer at Transportation

Start from your business requirements (what would you like to have) and budget (what can you afford).

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AA
IT Specialist at Xpert Systems Shpk

I would recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches for those who have prior knowledge because they can be difficult to use.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a nine out of ten.

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LW
Senior Director of IT and Data Analytics at a performing arts with 201-500 employees

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches an eight out of ten.

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SA
Senior Information Technology Manager at FAP Marine Terminals Ltd

I would 100% recommend Cisco Switches to others who are interested in using them.

Being an IT head, and running a data center, my top priority is to have zero down-time.

Once you have Cisco, your mind is at ease, there will be no issues.

If my rating is based on technical and functionality then I would rate this solution a ten out of ten. If you include the cost and the support then I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.

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it_user1180785 - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Operations Engineer at Infosysta

Cisco is the better solution if someone is considering it and they are willing to pay for it. The product is expensive to buy. In my current position, the budget is not a problem. If other people are in a similar situation where they can afford Cisco, I recommend Cisco. If they do not have a big budget and they need to be more budget-minded, I can recommend the HP ProCurve (now HP Networking) and D-links (Ethernet Switches) as my first choice for less expensive options.

On a scale from one to ten where one is the worst and ten is the best, I would rate Cisco ethernet switches as an eight. It is not a ten because of the differences in the interface and the quality of integration support with other products.

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it_user98859 - PeerSpot reviewer
Consulting Engineer EMEA at a computer software company with 201-500 employees
Check that it’s the most cost effective solution (it’s very expensive if you only want to connect 4 users and a printer.); Check the model that fits your needs, regarding number of ports, and PoE for instance (no need of PoE for most uses.); Main uses would be to use a solution with multiple internal VLANs (needs at least IP Base License), VoIP implementations, and adding security and manageability to the network; Carefully check what License Feature set you need (there are 3 levels, LAN Base, IP Base, and IP Services), depending on your needs. You may be able to upgrade the software feature set later, but should check ahead. View full review »
MD
Network Engineer at a financial services firm with 5,001-10,000 employees

I would advise others to shop around and maybe compare it with some of the other vendors such as Juniper or Arista.

I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a seven out of 10.

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it_user146331 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Network Operations Specialist at a government with 1,001-5,000 employees
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RR
Pre-sales Engineer at a wholesaler/distributor with 51-200 employees

We are a Cisco partner. We are also a Cisco customer.

I've dealt with a lot of Cisco switches and a lot of different versions over the years.

I would recommend the solution to others. They are likely the first option if you compare it to other manufacturers. The features and performance are superior. It would be difficult to find something better than Cisco. 

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SC
Head Of Information & Communication Technology at a transportation company with 51-200 employees

The switches that we have purchased handle our load pretty well. We do not have a high data plan network.

When our switches age beyond the life cycle then each will be replaced with whatever the current model is in the market at the time. In the future, we would like to integrate Cisco Aironet, although Wi-Fi is a bit down the line for us.

Overall, this is a good product but there is always room for improvement. My main complaint about Cisco is the price aspect.

I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.

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CC
Network and Service Development Manager at a comms service provider with 51-200 employees

We are using a variety of Cisco ranges, including 2900, 3600, 3700, 4900, and 7600 series.

We use the on-premises deployment model.

In terms of advice I'd give to those considering implementing the solution, I'd say that they should know what features they want to use in order to choose the right platform. There are solutions, such as Juniper, for example, that vary in performance and in features. Be sure to ask Cisco or any other vendor lots of questions in the design phase to ensure you're choosing the right solution for your company.

I'd rate the solution eight out of ten. The solution lacks some stability but it compensates by offering great features.

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Kalyan  Chowdhury - PeerSpot reviewer
Founder at Computech infosysetm

I would recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches and rate it at ten on a scale from one to ten. However, it may not be as available in certain countries such as India.

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JEGAN N - PeerSpot reviewer
Founder at SYSTA NETWORKS

I would recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches, as long as you have the budget. I'd rate this solution nine out of ten.

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SV
Technical Manager at a tech services company with 11-50 employees

I can recommend these switches to others who are interested in using them.

I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a nine out of ten.

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IM
Network Delivery Lead at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees

Cisco Ethernet Switches are appropriate for small and medium businesses. They also are large enough for our data centers which we had in Tel Aviv, Israel and in California. We had such big devices there.

On a scale of one to ten, I would give Cisco Ethernet Switches a 10.

I would advise others who are looking into implementing Cisco to buy and implement it.

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US
Owner with self employed

There is no favorite function or feature, it depends on what you have to do and how you do it.

My advice regarding this solution is to understand your network, definitely have a look in the manual, understand the structure and don't just rely on trial and error. It's not target-aiming, so trial and error will not work.

I would rate this solution a seven out of ten.

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AK
EVP – Central Asia,Kazakhstan, Ukraine at a comms service provider with 51-200 employees

We are partners.

I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a ten out of ten.

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MR
Deputy Head of ICT at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees

I would recommend Cisco Ethernet switches based on our experience with the stability of the product.

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MN
Owner at it logic

In summary, this is a good product that is very stable and I recommend it, but it's a costly switch.

I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.

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MS
Project Manager at a real estate/law firm with 10,001+ employees

I would recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches to potential users.

On a scale from one to ten, I would give Cisco Ethernet Switches an eight.

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DP
IT Support Executive at a healthcare company with 51-200 employees

We're just customers and end-users. We don't have any business relationship with Cisco.

It's my understanding that we are not using the latest version of the switches.

I'd recommend the solution to other organizations.

I would rate the solution at an eight out of ten. We've been largely pretty satisfied with the solution.

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PB
Data Center Admin at Sysnet Global Technologies

Cisco Switches are the best and I recommend them.

I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.

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GS
Solutions Architect at a tech services company with 11-50 employees

In general, Cisco is ok. It's convenient and well-documented. If you have a big landscape then Cisco is a good way forward. It is well supported and a lot of engineering people know the Cisco switches. It's like the default environment, and I recommend it.

I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.

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SC
ICT Manager at a aerospace/defense firm

It's best for access layer deployment.

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MK
ADM at a mining and metals company with 5,001-10,000 employees

There is no better product than this for use in harsh environments. I would rate this solution as nine out of ten.

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TM
Network Security Expert at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a seven out of ten.

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AR
VP of IT at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

We only deal with Cisco products, they are very good.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a ten out of ten.

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CR
IT Manager at a renewables & environment company with 1,001-5,000 employees

I will advise others to buy without any hesitation, as the product quality and deliverables are far more than others without comparing cost. This solution is the best.

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it_user1162803 - PeerSpot reviewer
Network Engineer at a tech services company with 201-500 employees

We use various deployment models, including on-premises and cloud.

I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.

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MD
Pre-Sales Engineer (Network & Security) at a tech services company with 201-500 employees

I advise others to understand their business requirements and goals before purchasing the product. I rate it a nine out of ten.

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LD
IT support network at a government with 1,001-5,000 employees

I would recommend it for its features and reliability. I would rate it an eight out of 10.

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AK
RF Planning Manager at Sabafon

If there is another product cheaper than Ciscos and runs just as well we would switch but currently, we are satisfied.

I would recommend the solution to others.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a seven out of ten.

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it_user1065 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Manager of Data Center at a integrator with 51-200 employees
Cisco has built upon its reputation in delivering high quality ethernet switches for small scale to enterprise level needs. Whether it be the Cisco 100/200 series, a few things which standout are the energy efficient technology for Gigabit ethernet, network performance through QoS, silent operation through fan less design, IPv6 support, and the green technology approach. View full review »
JH
Senior Network Security Advisor at a computer software company with 11-50 employees

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a seven out of ten.

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JP
Founder/Managing Director at Microtel Netlinks Pvt. Ltd.

It is the best product. I would advise others to go for it. All the features are there. In other switches, some features are missing, but Cisco provides all the required features.

I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a 10 out of 10. 

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it_user1011525 - PeerSpot reviewer
Network Administrator at a engineering company with 201-500 employees

Advice that I would give companies considering this solution is that you need to do your research, find the correct model for your needs and size the deployment correctly. If you don't think first you can pay too much and have more than you need or pay too little and not meet your needs.

On a scale from one to ten where one is the worst and ten is the best, I would rate this product as an eight. It cannot be higher than that because of the pricing.

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GC
Science Technician at a government with 201-500 employees

I recommend the solution to others.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a ten out of ten. 

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SP
Co-Founder, Architect at Espina IT

For anyone who is interested in using switches, I would definitely recommend Cisco. They are pioneers in the industry and you can find Cisco engineers anywhere.

Nowadays, everything is fine. They are good, and they move forward with the latest technologies. They are always ahead of their competitors. I feel that now they are on the right track and I don't see any issues.

Customers always choose Cisco.

I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a nine out of ten.

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NW
Head of Technical at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

I have not had any bad experiences with Cisco.

We have plans to continue using this solution. I would recommend it to others who are interested in using it.

I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches an eight out of ten.

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ME
Solution Architect at a tech services company with 11-50 employees

I've worked with Cisco switches, but not industrial switches. I've worked with the 2900 series switches, as well as the 2800, 3700 series, and 3800 series of switches. Those are Cisco's enterprise and LAN switches.

I would recommend using Cisco ethernet switches.

I'd rate the solution nine out of ten overall.

There are some issues with the product, which is normal. nothing is ever perfect. However, compared to other options, Cisco is your best bet.

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it_user1199781 - PeerSpot reviewer
Network Engineer at a tech services company with 1-10 employees

We're using the on-premises deployment model.

I'd recommend the solution. It has all the features we need included within it.

I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.

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MM
Solution Architect - Presale at BESTCOMP GROUP

My advice is there are other options than Cisco solutions.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches an eight out of ten.

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NS
System Engineer at compulink Systems

On a scale from one to ten, I would give Cisco Ethernet Switches a nine.

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AD
Junior Network Engineer at Easy Systems

I would recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches and rate it at eight on a scale from one to ten.

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SK
IT Manager at a educational organization with 51-200 employees

I would recommend this product to potential users, but it depends on their requirements.

On a scale from one to ten, I would give Cisco Ethernet Switches an eight.

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AS
Solution Engineer at a tech services company

My advice to someone considering this solution would be to have a  good plan and a good design. It will go smoothly if you have a good design and a good plan. It's important.

I would rate it a seven out of ten. Not a ten because Mellanox is better compared to Ethernet switches.

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IS
Technical Manager at a tech vendor with 11-50 employees

This is a very good product and definitely one that I recommend.

I would rate this solution a seven out of ten.

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it_user116220 - PeerSpot reviewer
Works at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees
Go for the Cisco Solution if Your Company can afford support Service and Warranty cost in future. View full review »
it_user92235 - PeerSpot reviewer
Security System Engineer at a wholesaler/distributor
Hire/educate a Cisco engineer or a fast learning IT manager. View full review »
it_user2622 - PeerSpot reviewer
Tech Support Staff at a comms service provider with 1,001-5,000 employees
Really great experience with cisco devices View full review »
SD
Solutions Architect at a tech services company with 501-1,000 employees

Overall, I am happy with this product and I don't have any suggestions for improvements to features at this time. I think that they have the best product available.

I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.

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VM
Chairman Infrastructure & Application Development Services at atnis

I highly recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches if you have the budget for it. I would rate Cisco switches at a ten on a scale of ten.

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TW
Member of Technical Staff at a tech services company with 201-500 employees

I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.

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it_user1020 - PeerSpot reviewer
Head of Data Center at a tech company with 51-200 employees
Overall, Cisco Ethernet Switches are highly recommended. They really improve overall network performance and gives you the peace of mind you deserve. Just be sure to have someone very knowledgeable about configuring Cisco devices on-hand to help you with the configuration and network set-up. View full review »
it_user1143 - PeerSpot reviewer
Network Manager at a tech company with 51-200 employees
Cisco Catalyst 3560 is a series of enterprise-class switches with a fixed-configuration. These switches include power over Ethernet (POE), Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet configurations, and are suitable for small enterprise LAN access or branch-office environments. View full review »
TJ
Director at a tech services company with 501-1,000 employees

I recommend this solution.

I rate Cisco Ethernet Switches a nine out of ten.

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SC
CTO at a tech vendor with 11-50 employees

I would rate it an eight out of ten. I haven't heard from my engineers that they said it's excellent but of course, I didn't hear them say that there are too many problems. That's why I rated it an eight.

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Cisco Ethernet Switches
April 2024
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