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We performed a comparison between Brocade Ethernet Switches and H3C 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 Brocade Ethernet Switches vs. H3C Ethernet Switches Report (Updated: May 2024).
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Pros
"The switches last for a very long time.""The most valuable feature of Brocade Ethernet Switches is the good range of access it provides.""The initial setup was really straightforward and easy.""The reliability of Brocade is the most valuable feature. The solution has been up and running for over ten years without any fail, fixes required, or breakdowns. It is a very strong piece of equipment.""I have not had any issues with our Brocade switches.""There's a zone for each server and services in the storage.""It has good integration with HPE Primera. They have smart zoning in which the administration is very easy. You don't have to do anything. Zoning and other things are done automatically if you just enable the smart zoning. That's one very good thing in HP.""The technical support is good."

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"A good high-performance solution.""H3C Ethernet Switches have a fast delivery time.""We can configure the switch stack on the internet. Other vendors do not offer this facility. It is fast and easy to manage.""The best feature of H3C Ethernet Switches is their reliability.""To date, it has proven to be highly reliable. We have encountered no issues or challenges with it thus far.""H3C Ethernet Switches is a cheap solution."

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Cons
"Brocade Ethernet Switches could improve by having better compatibility with web management of older versions.""The solution could be more secure.""These switches are no longer supported.""Brocade Ethernet Switches need a better interface and centralized management.""No graphical interface.""It should be simpler. There are still some things that can be simpler in the Brocade switches.""There are some performance issues."

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"The only improvement needed is the significantly better lead time for delivery compared to other American products. In terms of technology, there isn't much difference, especially since X3 is a subsidiary of XP, and they use the same technology. However, the delivery time is notably better.""GUI needs to merge with CLI.""There should be more public tools for configuration and comparing products.""H3C Ethernet Switches could improve by widening their product range.""Lacks decent cloud management.""The solution’s stability could be improved."

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  • "The price of Brocade Ethernet Switches is expensive."
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  • "H3C Ethernet Switches are priced at around $500 per unit, which is very cheap and one of the most competitive prices out there."
  • "H3C Ethernet Switches are reasonably priced."
  • "The pricing is very affordable, making it a not-so-expensive choice. On a scale from one to ten, where one is expensive and ten is cheap, I would rate it a seven."
  • "H3C Ethernet Switches is targeted for SMBs because it's cheaper compared to Huawei switches."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature of Brocade Ethernet Switches is the good range of access it provides.
    Top Answer:Brocade Ethernet Switches could improve by having better compatibility with web management of older versions.
    Top Answer:Our organization has almost all of the financial institutions in Puerto Rico connected simultaneously to our system. We have a firewall first, and then the Brocade system. All of our switches are… more »
    Top Answer:H3C Ethernet Switches is a cheap solution.
    Top Answer:The solution’s stability could be improved.
    Top Answer:We use H3C Ethernet Switches to connect between PCs and servers.
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    Rating
    8.0
    14th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
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    Comparisons
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    Reviews
    6
    Average Words per Review
    307
    Rating
    8.3
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    Overview
    From the world's first Ethernet fabric technology, to an open controller that eliminates vendor lock-in, to a switch stack that you can distribute throughout your campus, Brocade Ethernet Switches give you choices. Whether that means functionality, vendors, or even locations beyond the wiring closet, every option is secure, economical, and easily manageable.

    H3C S5560 High Performance Ethernet Switch is the latest development of Gigabit speed Layer 3 Ethernet switch. This powerful and highly secure series switch is built based on industry-leading high performance hardware architecture and H3C Comware V7 platform. It supports diversified services, high capacity GE access port as well as high density 10GE uplink, which meet the requirements for high density campus access and high performance aggregation.

    Sample Customers
    Ajubeo, Akquinet AG, Big Data Analytics Provider Boligkontoret Danmark Bristol is Open, CDE Lightband, Cicero School District 99, City and County of San Francisco, Department of Emergency, City of Chattanooga, Cloudscale.sh
    Ying Wa College, Centro Digital Pictures
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Government9%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    Retailer8%
    Company Size
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    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise30%
    Large Enterprise40%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise56%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business63%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise25%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business25%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise61%
    Buyer's Guide
    Brocade Ethernet Switches vs. H3C Ethernet Switches
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Brocade Ethernet Switches vs. H3C Ethernet Switches and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    Brocade Ethernet Switches is ranked 20th in Ethernet Switches with 10 reviews while H3C Ethernet Switches is ranked 14th in Ethernet Switches with 6 reviews. Brocade Ethernet Switches is rated 8.2, while H3C Ethernet Switches is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of Brocade Ethernet Switches writes "This solution has been up and running for over ten years without any fail". On the other hand, the top reviewer of H3C Ethernet Switches writes "Connects wired devices such as computers, laptops, routers, servers, and printers to a LAN". Brocade Ethernet Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, Mellanox Switches and Arista Networks Platform, whereas H3C Ethernet Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Huawei Ethernet Switches, HPE Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches and Ubiquiti UniFi Switches. See our Brocade Ethernet Switches vs. H3C Ethernet Switches report.

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