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Attribute Ratings
- Cisco vEdge Routers is rated higher in 1 area: Likelihood to Recommend
Likelihood to Recommend
8.0
Cisco 5500 Series Network Convergence System (NCS 5500)
80%
5 Ratings
8.8
Cisco vEdge Routers
88%
3 Ratings
Support Rating
8.0
Cisco 5500 Series Network Convergence System (NCS 5500)
80%
2 Ratings
Cisco vEdge Routers
N/A
0 Ratings
Likelihood to Recommend
Cisco 5500 Series Network Convergence System (NCS 5500)
The Cisco 5500 Series NCS appears to be well suited as a fairly simple core network device that doesn't require a lot of one-off configuration setup. It may have some restrictions if used as a peering and/or edge device due to control-plane protection design and QoS/TCAM memory and Forwarding capacity. The 5501 is well suited as a switch due to mature code and hardware capability.

Verified User
Contributor in Information Technology
Information Technology and Services Company, 10,001+ employeesCisco vEdge Routers
This router device works well in our organization environment. Cisco vEdge Routers are the best and quick at solving networking issues, so it [was our] cost-effective solution. They are easy to deploy and low-cost maintenance. The Cisco certification, the massive variety of products extensible, the manageability, and the reliability [are] all class features. For all these issues and points, our organization does not hesitate to select Cisco. Businesses nowadays have network platforms that accept technological improvisation and business-critical services across the whole network.

Verified User
Analyst in Information Technology
Computer Software Company, 51-200 employeesPros
Cisco 5500 Series Network Convergence System (NCS 5500)
- Large bandwidth per blade at 36x100Gb.
- IOS-XR for full functionality of automation and service provider experience.
- Great price per port when looking at the scaling opportunity.

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Computer Software Company, 10,001+ employeesCisco vEdge Routers
- 3G/4G connectivity that can be used as a backup link.
- Simple deployment and configuration.
- Easy to manage using Web GUI.
Presales Solutions Architect
PT Sisindokom LintasbuanaInformation Technology & Services, 501-1000 employees
Cons
Cisco 5500 Series Network Convergence System (NCS 5500)
- When upgrading components of the NCS 5500 it can take a particularly long time and many steps to confirm additional components. Have all updates on the need basis instead of a one-step process.
Technical Operations Engineer I
Cox CommunicationsBroadcast Media, 10,001+ employees
Cisco vEdge Routers
- A more robust high availability link would be nice.
- More competitive pricing structure.
- Faster ethernet ports on the lower end vEdge lineup.

Verified User
Analyst in Information Technology
Government Administration Company, 501-1000 employeesPricing Details
Cisco 5500 Series Network Convergence System (NCS 5500)
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
Yes
Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Cisco vEdge Routers
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Support Rating
Cisco 5500 Series Network Convergence System (NCS 5500)
Cisco 5500 Series Network Convergence System (NCS 5500) 8.0
Based on 2 answers
Cisco support is always informative and reliable. Depending on the level of support you subscribe to, the techs and Cisco TAC are well versed in hardware and operating system of the NCS series routers. You can receive 24x7 support and either Next Business Day or 4-hour part replacement from Cisco if required.

Verified User
Contributor in Information Technology
Information Technology and Services Company, 10,001+ employeesCisco vEdge Routers
No score
No answers yet
No answers on this topic
Alternatives Considered
Cisco 5500 Series Network Convergence System (NCS 5500)
We've always used Cisco, but from time to time we've interfaced with Juniper and Aerohive. Cisco has always performed better than Juniper, and seems on-par with Aerohive's most innovative features.
Telecommunications Engineer
Carrilho EngineeringTelecommunications, 11-50 employees
Cisco vEdge Routers
A huge positive side of using Cisco is that it is easy to understand. Apart from expanding our software application industry, this device made a huge impact through acquisition. Using Cisco, another point that stacks up against all other routers is that it is keeping up with current business trends. Traffic filtration is very simple with an access-list, which works very efficiently. Cisco comes out with the best routing engine among all the other router services. Cisco overcomes all of the issues that we are dealing with [when it comes to] other routing services.

Verified User
Analyst in Information Technology
Computer Software Company, 51-200 employeesReturn on Investment
Cisco 5500 Series Network Convergence System (NCS 5500)
- Allows us to offer free WiFi for our visitors, patients, families, and staff on an equal performance plane.
- Allows us to scale access and traffic based on usage, helping our staff maintain efficiency
- This acts a major component to our mobile expansion strategy allowing development anytime anywhere

Verified User
Professional in Information Technology
Hospital & Health Care Company, 1001-5000 employeesCisco vEdge Routers
- It reduces the cost of MPLS.
- Although it has advanced technology, it is cheaper than the traditional router.
- Easy to manage with only 1 person.
Presales Solutions Architect
PT Sisindokom LintasbuanaInformation Technology & Services, 501-1000 employees