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We performed a comparison between Avaya Ethernet Switches [EOL] and Huawei Ethernet Switches based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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"The initial setup was straightforward. I installed it myself.""This solution is very reliable and works well under harsh environmental circumstances."

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"It is pretty straightforward to set up.""Huawei Ethernet Switches are very stable.""When you buy a switch from Huawei, the switches come along with a lot of features that you do not need to pay extra money for.""Huawei Ethernet Switches are both scalable and stable.""The affordability of this solution has been most useful.""Huawei Ethernet Switches excel in compatibility with other brands, offering features to ensure seamless communication with existing protocols. This allows them to work alongside switches from different manufacturers, such as Cisco, by making adjustments on both ends for compatibility.""What we like the most is that the price is reasonable and it's easy to manage.""The initial setup is straightforward."

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"The CLI syntax for this solution is different from other switches such as Cisco and Juniper, and it takes us a long time to integrate a new device and get it working properly.""I think there is a need for more support of new generation technologies."

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"The solution should make the text report more accessible.""I had issues with patching the IOS. But right now I think Huawei has improved very much in the advanced technology and is more stable now. I think patch and bug fixes should be announced on a scheduled basis.""It’s hard to get technical support.""The pricing could always be improved.""The solution needs to provide GUI commands.""The technical support is technically savvy, but the communication via English is not so easy.""Certain regulatory issues in a lot of countries cause limitations .""One of the problems with Huawei is that when you receive a product quote from one of the vendors, you cannot get prices from the other ones because they register your request with Huawei."

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  • "We have a one-year license. There are no additional costs besides the licensing fee."
  • "The exact pricing varies based on how many units you purchase."
  • "Huawei comes with a lot of features out of the box that you have to pay extra for with other products. They do charge extra in the licensing for certain additional features."
  • "The price of Huawei ethernet switches is cheap."
  • "The product is competitively priced in its market."
  • "It's a reasonable price, cheaper than some other vendors."
  • "The price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."
  • "The switch came as part of a package bundle that includes internet service."
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    Top Answer:We use Huawei Ethernet Switches for business networks and connectivity.
    Top Answer:We only pay one-off instead of paying recurring license fees.
    Top Answer:The solution’s stability could be improved. Huawei Ethernet Switches have not automated its firmware.
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    13th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
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    Overview
    For small to midsize companies and branch offices, Avaya Ethernet switches are easy to install, manage, and run. You can deploy them in open environments outside the wiring closet. Your switch connects to and powers end-user devices throughout the office. It comes with certified one-minute plug-and-play for IP phones, an intuitive management GUI, and automated set-up.
    Huawei SOHO & SMB Switches, an Energy-saving Ethernet access switches with service features that are easy to install and maintain. It has a S1700 Series Enterprise Switches that caters from small- to medium-sized businesses and Internet cafes.
    Sample Customers
    iTSi, New Zealand Privacy Commissioner, Prairie Street Brewhouse, Chi-X, Fryeburg Fair, InterContinental Davos, Comisiones Obreras de Andaluca, Transportation Bureau City of Sendai, Linamar
    Newcastle University, Jingyang District of Deyang City in Sichuan Province, Southwest China, Glasgow Rangers Soccer Team, RMIT, Insurance Industry Association of Zhejiang Province, China, APT Satellite Holdings Limited (APT)
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    REVIEWERS
    Comms Service Provider18%
    Pharma/Biotech Company15%
    Government12%
    Computer Software Company12%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company14%
    Comms Service Provider11%
    Financial Services Firm8%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Company Size
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    REVIEWERS
    Small Business46%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise33%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business28%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise54%
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    Avaya Ethernet Switches [EOL] doesn't meet the minimum requirements to be ranked in Ethernet Switches while Huawei Ethernet Switches is ranked 13th in Ethernet Switches with 48 reviews. Avaya Ethernet Switches [EOL] is rated 8.2, while Huawei Ethernet Switches is rated 7.6. The top reviewer of Avaya Ethernet Switches [EOL] writes "A reliable solution under harsh environmental conditions". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Huawei Ethernet Switches writes "The solution is power efficient, stable, and provides free-of-cost batch upgrades". Avaya Ethernet Switches [EOL] is most compared with , whereas Huawei Ethernet Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, H3C Ethernet Switches, HPE Ethernet Switches and Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center.

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