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Attribute Ratings
- Dell EMC PowerSwitch S Series (Force10) is rated higher in 1 area: Likelihood to Recommend
Likelihood to Recommend

9.0
Cisco Ethernet Switches
90%
14 Ratings

9.3
Dell EMC PowerSwitch S Series
93%
3 Ratings
Likelihood to Renew

9.0
Cisco Ethernet Switches
90%
1 Rating

Dell EMC PowerSwitch S Series
N/A
0 Ratings
Likelihood to Recommend
Cisco Ethernet Switches
Cisco is a name well known in the IT field. The technology is tried and true and they have built a reputation on a solid platform. Though many people do not like the cost of the devices and the continued fees associated with long term ownership, you get what you pay for. I dont hesitate to recommend Cisco because I know people will get a solid product that will last a long time.
Senior Infrastructure Administrator
Merz North AmericaMedical Devices, 501-1000 employees
Dell EMC PowerSwitch S Series
Dell EMC PowerSwitch S Series (Force10) has the most powerful Ethernet channels that transfer data at a reliable speed. The connection capacity is best as compared to other products and has the most stable power supply system. The overall cost is reduced as compared to other network management products. It has been flexible and always meets all network connectivity demands on a daily basis. It has centralized data analysis transformation controlling workloads positively and creating teamwork.
Warehouse Associate
CEVA LogisticsLogistics & Supply Chain, 10,001+ employees
Pros
Cisco Ethernet Switches
- Easy setup and configuration. While the web UI has its quirks, setting up VLANs and other tasks which can be exceedingly complicated on other switches, are much easier on Cisco SG switches. You also have the ability to upload an existing configuration to switches, which can speed up the task of deploying many identical switches.
- Features for the price. Getting a 48 port L3 switch with PoE+ for less than $2,000 is a great value.
- Reliability. We have hundreds of the SG switches in dozens of client sites, many in harsh conditions, and they just keep going.
CTO (Chief Technical Officer)
Pachyderm ConsultingInformation Technology and Services, 1-10 employees
Dell EMC PowerSwitch S Series
- Building an effective and stable new network is easy.
- Management of network distribution channels.
- Performance issues management ability is reliable.
Automation Engineer
Redd SystemInformation Technology & Services, 51-200 employees
Cons
Cisco Ethernet Switches
- The web UI has taken a turn for the worse with the latest firmware on the SGx50 models -- the bifurcation between basic and advanced modes and the changes to the way VLANs are modified is a step backward in my opinion.
- The power bricks on smaller models are enormous. I'm sure, however, keeping this circuitry external to the switch is what keeps my switches running year after year in hot environments.
- Fans can be a bit loud on larger switches -- this is true of pretty much any 1U device though.
CTO (Chief Technical Officer)
Pachyderm ConsultingInformation Technology and Services, 1-10 employees
Dell EMC PowerSwitch S Series
- Support in deployment
- Marketing
- Problem resoluation globally

Verified User
Administrator in Information Technology
Pharmaceuticals Company, 1001-5000 employeesPricing Details
Cisco Ethernet Switches
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Dell EMC PowerSwitch S Series
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Likelihood to Renew
Cisco Ethernet Switches
Cisco Ethernet Switches 9.0
Based on 1 answer
for their relialiabilty
Network Build Leader
GEChemicals, 10,001+ employees
Dell EMC PowerSwitch S Series
No score
No answers yet
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Alternatives Considered
Cisco Ethernet Switches
Cisco is more enterprise level, more reliable, and generally more feature rich but also very expensive. That being said old or refurbished Cisco switches are much more affordable and in comparison to even new switches from the competitor they are still a great value even though they are used. I like Ubiquiti switches as well but Cisco is usually better overall.

Verified User
Technician in Information Technology
Education Management Company, 201-500 employeesDell EMC PowerSwitch S Series
My journey in connecting with our product suppliers and reporting on daily sales relies on the great networking infrastructure created by this great tool. Integration of this platform with our applications was easy and it started operations immediately after configuration. Though I have not used similar networking for comparison, I have always gained suitable insights that have led to effective decision-making. It has the best data security features that have defined a secure working environment for all our staff.
Warehouse Associate
CEVA LogisticsLogistics & Supply Chain, 10,001+ employees
Return on Investment
Cisco Ethernet Switches
- Failure on Cisco Switches, from my experience, is rare in the first 5 years the device is up.
- I have see the Cisco 6500 switches go 5 years without a reboot, which is nothing short of amazing.
- The service that you get is top notch and available 24/7, and you really cannot put a price on that.
Network Administrator II
iQorTelecommunications, 10,001+ employees
Dell EMC PowerSwitch S Series
- Great tool to secure the entire business network.
- Effective issues management within the company networking systems.
- Data easy management and transportation through the secure environment.
- Reporting is good and easy.
Automation Engineer
Redd SystemInformation Technology & Services, 51-200 employees