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We performed a comparison between 3Com H3C Switches and Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Ethernet Switches solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed 3Com H3C Switches vs. Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches Report (Updated: March 2024).
769,065 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"They're straightforward and stable.""The hardware side is a very big advantage. We use it 24/7 and we haven't had any problems so far with the switches.""They are easy to use, they are cheaper, and it's a trusted brand.""The reliability of the solution has been the best feature.""The installation is quite straightforward."

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"It is a scalable solution.""It has features that allow us to go back to previous configurations.""It is very valuable for SRX devices and we have found it very easy to configure.""It is easy to configure, and there are three routing switches.""Juniper supports all our connectivity infrastructure in our datacenter, supporting optimal availability and performance for services.​""The solution is stable and scalable.""The GUI interface distinguishes it from other vendors and makes it easy to operate.""The most valuable feature of this solution is the Junos operating system."

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Cons
"When we try to do configuration changes sometimes it malfunctions.""The cost and the integration with other solutions could be better.""The configuration of 3Com H3C Switches could be better.""I think there's nothing that needs to be improved because the company is no longer in existence.""The technical support services need improvement in terms of communication."

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"There are multiple areas of improvement in Juniper EX series switches. In terms of speed and pricing, while Juniper provides good quality services, some clients still find the price very high compared to other competitors. Also there is a need for certain features to be enhanced like clear our configuration process which will help to make Juniper switches more stronger. However, there are also multiple challenges including understanding and configuration of certain aspects difficult without assistance. Despite these kinds of challenges, there have been multiple solutions and huge potential of improvement in Juniper.""It would be nice to have a more available list of modules that you can get for this solution.""The packet channelizing feature should be improved.""Juniper should improve the support services provided to users, as it is one of its areas with certain shortcomings.""Juniper Ethernet Switches' operating systems get corrupted when the power fails. They have to improve this issue. I may have to use a newer version.""Juniper needs to get their code up to par because it isn't stable enough for a leaf and spine design.""Some areas of technical support could be better.""The interface could be better. It needs improvement."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The cost could be improved, but it is cheaper than the others."
  • "3Com H3C Switches have a competitive cost. I rate the pricing a nine out of ten."
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  • "Support prices and licensing scheme need to be improved to allow some features to be purchased at lower costs, for example, RPM​."
  • "We purchased the box for a one-time charge, and we are paying a yearly support fee of several hundred Euros."
  • "The maintenance cost is approximately €2,000 ($2,200 USD) per year, including support, for our entire fleet."
  • "This solution is cheaper than Cisco or HP switches."
  • "The Juniper switches are less expensive than competing brands."
  • "Juniper costs less than the competition. As a comparison, Cisco is 33% more."
  • "The pricing for the support is very high."
  • "It's was $100,000 per year."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The installation is quite straightforward.
    Top Answer:3Com H3C Switches have a competitive cost. I rate the pricing a nine out of ten.
    Top Answer:The technical support services need improvement in terms of communication.
    Top Answer:Our organization ran comparison tests to determine whether Cisco or Juniper Ethernet switches were the better fit for us. We decided to go with Juniper. Juniper ethernet switches are a lesser-known… more »
    Top Answer:If compared to Cisco, this is a well priced solution. Compared to HP, it is a little bit overpriced. Overall, they are priced in the middle compared to competitors.
    Top Answer:Juniper EX model is ok for the campus network as the ex4300 is EOL in a few years and the new ex4400 is the standard. Now for the QFX model, 5k/10k in CRB mode IP fabric Ethernet switching is horrible… more »
    Ranking
    23rd
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
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    365
    Rating
    7.0
    8th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
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    Comparisons
    7,114
    Reviews
    25
    Average Words per Review
    377
    Rating
    7.9
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    Juniper Ethernet Switches
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    Overview
    3Com Baseline switches provide cost-effective layer 2 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ethernet switching for LANs that do not need management capabilities. Simple to install and economical to own, they feature wirespeed performance on fixed-configuration, rack-mountable platforms.

    Juniper Ethernet Switches are made up of the EX Series product line. These EX Series Ethernet Switches provide branch, campus and data center networks with access, aggregation and core layer switching solutions. The end result is secure, fast and efficient application and data delivery.

    Today's enterprise networks increasingly demand mobile access, optimal availability, virtualization, and unified communications. The Juniper Ethernet Switches EX Series caters for all of these requirements, ensuring business continuity, network flexibility and maximum productivity.

    Juniper EX Series switches are AI-driven, operated and managed using the Mist AI cloud from Juniper. This gives EX customers simplified operations with insights, anomaly detection and automated troubleshooting, empowering IT teams to deliver the best user experience across the wired network.

    Sample Customers
    British Columbia Assessment Authority, DreamWorks, DRV
    BlackLotus, Staminus, Community Bank, BAS Group, Cloud Dynamics, Privalia, Fluidata, and Tesla Motors.
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company12%
    Comms Service Provider9%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    University8%
    REVIEWERS
    Comms Service Provider32%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Government11%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company16%
    Government8%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business50%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise38%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business25%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise59%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business47%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise31%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise53%
    Buyer's Guide
    3Com H3C Switches vs. Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about 3Com H3C Switches vs. Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    769,065 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    3Com H3C Switches is ranked 23rd in Ethernet Switches with 6 reviews while Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches is ranked 8th in Ethernet Switches with 64 reviews. 3Com H3C Switches is rated 8.0, while Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of 3Com H3C Switches writes "Reliable platform with a straightforward installation process ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches writes "Provides campus switches and access switches that are simple to deploy, but the code isn't stable enough for a leaf and spine design". 3Com H3C Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, HPE Ethernet Switches, D-Link Ethernet Switches and MikroTik Routers and Switches, whereas Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, Arista Networks Platform, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches and HPE Ethernet Switches. See our 3Com H3C Switches vs. Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches report.

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