Cisco Catalyst Switches - The network's core and access
May 23, 2022
Cisco Catalyst Switches - The network's core and access
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Overall Satisfaction with Cisco Catalyst Switches
- Catalyst 2960 X/XR Series
- Catalyst 3650 Series
- Catalyst 3850 Series
- Catalyst 6800 Series
- Catalyst 9300 Series
- Catalyst 9400 Series
Catalyst Switches are used as core and access switches for our local Networks. They build the fundamental access for all devices which are not wifi-based. The higher switch models are in the core function and the lower count model numbers are meant to be for the access to the network.
- Network access
- Speed
- Interconnectivity
- Bug fixing
- More structured menu
- More easy licensing
- Pro: fast ROI
- Pro: typical long living hardware.
- Neg: sometimes bug fixing needed.
Customization and manageability of the switches are very great - each product comes with specific functions and/or feature sets. And the products can be customized ar the end customer needs them (if the products have all features needed). Also, you can easily find all specifications on the websites to check if the products fulfill all demands. Use APIs in conjunction with software development to make management easier or check the manufacturer's management portfolio which adds also in most cases a lot of benefits. But also a Command line-based management is easy to use - and you can customize the products according to your needs with it.
Do you think Cisco Catalyst Switches delivers good value for the price?
Yes
Are you happy with Cisco Catalyst Switches's feature set?
Yes
Did Cisco Catalyst Switches live up to sales and marketing promises?
Yes
Did implementation of Cisco Catalyst Switches go as expected?
Yes
Would you buy Cisco Catalyst Switches again?
Yes