Item: Cisco Catalyst Switches
Rating: 8
Author: Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with Cisco Catalyst Switches

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

They are being used by my whole organization.
They address issues like the connectivity to end devices and lan extension modules.
There are few instances or situations in which they are not used.
Cisco Catalyst Switches provide unparalleled support and connectivity when used in situations where connectivity is paramount and wifi is unavailable.

Pros and Cons

Pros

Lan Extension
Client connectivity
environment connectivity

Cons

VXLan capability built in to basic models
Power utilization
ease of configuration

Return on Investment

LAN extension
QOS
Simple automation

Alternatives Considered

Cisco 4000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR 4000)

I required the need for Catalyst Switches and not routers

Key Insights

Do you think Cisco Catalyst Switches delivers good value for the price?

Not sure

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

Likelihood to Recommend

Cisco Catalyst Switches are well suited for enterprise networks requiring high availability, high reliability, security and scalability, such as corporate campuses and data centers, and branch offices. They are ideal when VLAN segmentation, QOS, and network automation are needed. They are less appropriate in small businesses or SOHO environmentswith limited budgets and simpler needs.

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