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Catalyst switch a good value for the advanced features
Updated February 22, 2023

Catalyst switch a good value for the advanced features

Dustin Hollis | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Modules Used

  • Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series

Overall Satisfaction with Cisco Catalyst Switches

  • Catalyst 3650 Series
  • Catalyst 9300 Series
  • Catalyst 9500 Series
These switches provide connectivity in stacks to our users. They also are used to provide Layer 3 routing and up to 40GB of back end connection using single mode fiber over longer distances. I like the fact that the expansion modules are hot plug. All our switches support POE and POE+ as well as dual power supplies. The only down side is that I wish the software upgrade process was a bit easier and less time-consuming (on average a 10-15 minute reboot).
  • Loads of features
  • Fast connection
  • Expansion capabilty
  • Stacking
  • Dual Power supplies
  • Software upgrades can take some time and are a multi step process
  • They are reliable
  • They have dual power supplies
  • Easy to work with
We dont use DNA with our switches due to the exorbitant price. They do have a lot of advanced features . We primarily use them for PCs and IP phones with POE.

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

Gone are the days of huge chassis based switches. Stackable modular switches now rule and are here to stay. These switches are packed with features and use the old reliable IOS operating system. They have a lot of options in their expansion modules, though I do wish there was a "combo" or dual module model allowing me to do 10 GB and 40GB fiber in the same chassis. Maybe it's too much to wish for.