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We performed a comparison between Extreme VDX [EOL] and TeraScale [EOL] based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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"Its simplicity and web interface were most valuable. I also liked the two-factor authentication.""The most valuable feature of Extreme VDX is that we have had no problems and the solution's performance is excellent.""The fabric of the solution and the management aspect are the solution's most valuable features."

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"Our customers find the efficiency of TerraScale valuable."

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"I would like the ability to stack with different switch brands.""The only problem is that at the moment it's an Extreme product and Extreme is not really pushing it. They have to make up for weak innovation and I'm not sure if they want to do that.""Its scalability can be better. If possible, it can have Hyper POE. I am not sure if there is a fiber version."

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"Cost is a primary factor of TerraScale."

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  • "It was around $1500 a year. It is cheaper than Cisco but more expensive than Ruckus."
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    Top Answer:The most valuable feature of Extreme VDX is that we have had no problems and the solution's performance is excellent.
    Top Answer:Software needs to be updated regularly in order to maintain security and performance. However, in some cases, it is necessary to stack switches in order to meet the needs of the network. Although… more »
    Top Answer:I give the solution a nine out of ten because we don't have any problems. Most customers prefer products that don't have too many problems. I would recommend Extreme VDX as the first option because… more »
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    Also Known As
    VDX, Brocade VDX
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    Overview
    Brocade VDX Switches support Layer 2 and Layer 3 fabrics with open standards and extensive scalability to deliver high performance, capacity, and reliability for data center spine and leaf deployments. It includes the following products: Brocade VDX 6740 SWITCHES, Brocade VDX 6940 SWITCH and Brocade VDX 8770 SWITCH.
    Force10 TeraScale E-Series leverages a unique three CPU architecture that distributes switching, routing and management functionalities between three distinct processors, ensuring that an attack on one function does not impact the rest of the system. Additionally, by providing separate data and control planes, the TeraScale E-Series also allows network managers to always access the system, even under attack. And with advanced rate limiting algorithms, the TeraScale E-Series is able to prevent traffic floods that could cripple the system.
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    Midsize Enterprise16%
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    Extreme VDX [EOL] doesn't meet the minimum requirements to be ranked in Ethernet Switches with 3 reviews while TeraScale [EOL] doesn't meet the minimum requirements to be ranked in Ethernet Switches. Extreme VDX [EOL] is rated 8.6, while TeraScale [EOL] is rated 0.0. The top reviewer of Extreme VDX [EOL] writes "A stable, scalable, and problem-free solution". On the other hand, the top reviewer of TeraScale [EOL] writes "Technology is good but the price is the only factor". Extreme VDX [EOL] is most compared with Cisco Catalyst Switches and Cisco Nexus, whereas TeraScale [EOL] is most compared with Juniper QFX Series Switches.

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