Cisco Products - Strongly Recommended!
Updated July 08, 2023
Cisco Products - Strongly Recommended!
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Modules Used
- Cisco Catalyst 3560 - CX
- Cisco Catalyst 2960 X/XR Series
- Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series
- Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series
- Cisco Catalyst 2960 - L Smart managed
Overall Satisfaction with Cisco Catalyst Switches
It is used to setup the enterprise networks which is used to support the daily work routine and administration of the organization. It is also used to extend networks between buildings to buildings across the entire country via the ISP WAN networks.
- Cisco 2960X - Cheap and Relable
- Cisco 3560-CX - Campact L3 switch that can do routing similar to a router.
- Cisco 9300 - New Layer 3 switches which has faster performance.
- IOS - if there is a standardize version to be used it will be good. Today there's 3 types.
- Bugs and Vulnerability
- Bluetooth console capabilities if possible rather than using the RJ45 console cable.
- Nope. All were good.
- Cisco 1000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR 1000), Cisco 4000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR 4000) and Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (Cisco ACI)
Well, there are mean for different purpose to be used in setting up the network. 1. Router - used to connect the various remote offices to HQ networks 2. ACI - used at the Data Center end for reliable services offering which are typically connected to the server farms.
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
- Cisco Catalyst Switches
The amount of equipment needed and the type of equipment that will be more suitable for deployment.
Cisco Hybrid Work
- Working from an office or other company space
I'm the network engineer that helps to design and setup the network connectivity to support the hybrid setup.
Cisco products were easy to deploy and setup, provided that there is no delay in the overall shipment of the equipment.
Cisco products were easy to deploy and setup, provided that there is no delay in the overall shipment of the equipment.
Cisco was chosen as it was a reputable brand. Support wise it was good which issues are often resolved promptly by the Cisco TAC team.
- Microsoft Teams
Ms Skype
Cisco Catalyst Addtional Questions
- Providing the access layer connectivity to endpoints and devices
- Used for the L3 connectivity
- Use for the distribution and access layer network design support for campus network setup.
- Scalability
- Integration with Other Systems
- Ease of Use
Scalability. It's is important that the equipment can support for growth rather than having to replace the entire stack when there is a requirement to scale further. Cisco equipment can be stacked which allows it to support growth demands.
Nope. Follow the best practices as stated on Cisco portal.
I have used the AS service to design and also to assist with the implementation. The engineer provide their advice and shared on how the setup should be, in accordance to their best practices.
Using Cisco Catalyst Switches
2000 - The support the daily operation of the organization in being able to access to intranet resources.
10 - Network Engineer or people who have prior knowledge on how to use and configure Cisco Equipment is required to support the use of the Cisco equipment.
Evaluating Cisco Catalyst Switches and Competitors
Nope. Would still prefer reputable brand.
Cisco Catalyst Switches Implementation
- Implemented in-house
- Third-party professional services
NCS Pte Ltd
Yes - 1) User requirement Gathering
2) Design review
3) Implementation and Migration
4) Post Implementation Support
2) Design review
3) Implementation and Migration
4) Post Implementation Support
Change management was a big part of the implementation and was well-handled - Nil. The CM process did not encounter any major issues
- Deprecated Commands
Cisco Catalyst Switches Training
- Online Training
- In-Person Training
Cisco Catalyst Switches Support
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
Quick Resolution Good followup Knowledgeable team Problems get solved Kept well informed No escalation required Immediate help available Support understands my problem Support cares about my success Quick Initial Response | None |
Yes. As our equipment is deployed to support 24/7 operations, premium support was purchased to ensure promptly and timely support response
When there is a urgent need to get the equipment quickly delivered to support a project rollout, Cisco AM help to expedite the process of which the equipment was delivered in 4 weeks time instead of the usual 8 to 16 weeks lead time.
Using Cisco Catalyst Switches
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
Like to use Relatively simple Well integrated Consistent Convenient Feel confident using Familiar | Difficult to use Requires technical support Slow to learn |
- Daily Network Connectivity
- IOS upgrade