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We performed a comparison between Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center 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 Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center vs. H3C Ethernet Switches Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"A valuable feature of FortiGate is its management integrity.""It integrates well.""What I like about the solution is that it can be accessed anywhere.""I like the solution's technical support. I rate the technical support a ten out of ten.""The product's most valuable feature is its ability to manage switches from one central point.""The most valuable feature is the port analytics.""An affordable and stable solution for small-medium companies.""The initial setup was simple."

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"A good high-performance solution.""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 have a fast delivery time.""H3C Ethernet Switches is a cheap solution."

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Cons
"Managing the VLANs is an area where the solution lacks and needs to improve.""They could improve availability and security by detecting and preventing switch attacks.""With IT products, there is always room for improvement.""The FortiSwitch product was initially quite complex.""The tool is not easy to use.""Before using FortiSwitch, you need several certifications.""The solution’s pricing could be improved.""The solution can improve by upgrading QSFP+, it is very limited and must be supported more than it is now. If we need FortiSwitches to support all the QSFP ports our budgets would have to be very large."

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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.""There should be more public tools for configuration and comparing products.""The solution’s stability could be improved.""GUI needs to merge with CLI.""Lacks decent cloud management.""H3C Ethernet Switches could improve by widening their product range."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Cost-wise, Fortinet solutions are cheaper than those offered by Cisco."
  • "This solution is expensive but it does not require a license."
  • "It is reasonably priced."
  • "The solution's pricing is a little high. The solution deserves the current price it receives from its users."
  • "The product is less expensive than one of its competitors."
  • "Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is expensive."
  • "The solution is not expensive."
  • "We pay a yearly licensing fee for the solution, which 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:What I like about the solution is that it can be accessed anywhere.
    Top Answer:We pay a yearly licensing fee for the solution, which is expensive.
    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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    16th
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    5
    Average Words per Review
    237
    Rating
    7.6
    15th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    2,496
    Comparisons
    1,959
    Reviews
    6
    Average Words per Review
    307
    Rating
    8.4
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    Overview

    With 10 or 40 GE access ports and a high-throughput backbone, FortiSwitch Data Center Switches are ideal for the top-of-rack (ToR) server or firewall-aggregation applications. The high-speed switching fabric is also well suited for enterprise network core or backbone network installations.

    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
    Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
    Ying Wa College, Centro Digital Pictures
    Top Industries
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    Comms Service Provider25%
    Insurance Company25%
    Renewables & Environment Company13%
    Marketing Services Firm13%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company22%
    Comms Service Provider9%
    Government7%
    Financial Services Firm6%
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    Computer Software Company15%
    Retailer8%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    Company Size
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    Small Business67%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise17%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business38%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise44%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business63%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise25%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business25%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise61%
    Buyer's Guide
    Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center vs. H3C Ethernet Switches
    March 2024
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    Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is ranked 16th in Ethernet Switches with 18 reviews while H3C Ethernet Switches is ranked 15th in Ethernet Switches with 6 reviews. Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is rated 8.0, while H3C Ethernet Switches is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center writes "Has intuitive graphical user interface, but the security features need improvement". 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". Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is most compared with Aruba Switches, Cisco Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches, Huawei Ethernet Switches and Meraki MS Switches, 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 Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center vs. H3C Ethernet Switches report.

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