H3C Ethernet Switches Reviews

Customers experience a return on investment with H3C Ethernet Switches after three to four months, with costs decreasing by 30% to 40% compared to Cisco. Preconfiguration significantly reduces configuration time, offering value in both time and money. A typical return is around 30% compared to more costly alternatives.

H3C Ethernet Switches offer highly competitive pricing at approximately $500 per unit, appealing to enterprises with affordability and cost-effectiveness. Many users rate the cost as favorable, with H3C providing a permanent licensing model without additional subscription costs. This positions H3C as an attractive option for small to medium-sized businesses, particularly in contrast to more expensive alternatives like Huawei switches, enhancing its value proposition for cost-sensitive buyers.

• "H3C Ethernet Switches is targeted for SMBs because it's cheaper compared to Huawei switches."
• "The pricing is very affordable, making it a not-so-expensive choice. On a scale from one to ten, where one is expensive and ten is cheap, I would rate it a seven."
• "H3C Ethernet Switches are reasonably priced."

H3C Ethernet Switches are used for networking and connectivity between devices by integrators and organizations. They are favored for direct fiber cable connections without SFPs, resolving issues with OEM and fake SFPs. They serve internal connectivity for home offices and businesses, support video surveillance, and facilitate connections between PCs and servers. Additionally, they are used for enterprise-grade wireless systems and switches.

H3C Ethernet Switches customer support is praised for its effectiveness and quick response time, averaging 1 to 1.5 hours. Users appreciate local and international support offices, especially in the UAE and Middle East, where Arabic-speaking support is excellent. Challenges include a language barrier when communicating with Chinese speakers, a common experience with other related companies. Some would prefer more local support options.

H3C Ethernet Switches initial setup is considered simple and takes about 10 minutes to a few hours to complete. Users with basic knowledge of Cisco can easily learn the process. The setup is often rated highly for its straightforward nature. While deployment time ranges between one to two hours, it can differ based on licensing and project requirements. One person is generally sufficient for installation, making H3C easier than Cisco.

H3C Ethernet Switches are considered scalable, especially for medium-sized businesses. Users find them suitable with satisfactory performance. While some note limitations compared to competitors in terms of upgrading, others still rate scalability highly. Companies with approximately 90 to 2,000 users have implemented it successfully, and numerous clients appreciate its adaptability to different project sizes. However, some express concerns about certain aspects of scalability.

H3C Ethernet Switches demonstrate strong stability with multiple users rating it between seven and ten. Comments indicate satisfaction and no reported issues, signifying reliabilities in performance. However, some express desires to rate higher but are cautious due to its relatively recent market introduction.