Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches Reviews

We connect our Ethernet switches directly via LAN or with printers at every endpoint for user connectivity.

We are satisfied with the Cisco devices' scalability, and the integration and replacement are very easy. Their support is available online.

Some experts say that the price may be lower or that the ethernet switches are complex to set up and manage, maybe because of limited port density, supports, and quality of service, like capabilities. So that could be improved.

In the next release, Cisco switches can have built-in two or four fiber ports available for fiber connectivity.

I have been using it for 20 years.

It is very stable. Performance is very good.

It is a scalable solution. I would rate it an eight out of ten.

The customer support team is good.

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The initial setup was straightforward. I would rate the setup an eight out of ten.

When we deploy anything, we rely on support from the product vendor or partner who sold them the product. The support available from the vendor or partner made it easy to deploy anything. They provided assistance with configuration and deployment.

Cisco's pricing is very high compared to other products on the market, such as Ruckus and Aruba.

I would give the pricing a rating of nine out of ten. Cisco's pricing is relatively high but still somewhat reasonable.

If someone wants long-term performance or relief in terms of connectivity or stability, they must use Cisco.

I would rate it an eight out of ten.

We use Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches in network integration. 

The solution's efficiency is good compared to other alternatives. It supports both layer 2 and layer 3. The tool's bandwidth management and reliability are also good. 

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are expensive. 

I have been using the product for 14-15 years. 

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches' stability is good, and it has high uptime. I rate the solution's stability a nine out of ten. 

The solution's capacity is high. 

I haven't contacted the vendor. 

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches' deployment is easy and can be done in ten minutes. 

The solution can be deployed in-house. 

I rate the overall solution a nine out of ten. The solution is suitable for enterprise-level offices and not homes. 

I have used it with multiple clients. I have used Linksys Switches for Ethernet in Hotel Regency located in Pakistan, which utilises Linksys switches across its three floors and approximately twenty rooms and Ramada Portal, a four-star hotel, which also employs Cisco switches. 
The Linksys Switches offer simplified network management and scalability. These switches can be easily managed with basic networking knowledge without requiring CCNA level expertise for Cisco.

In a previous use case, we deployed Linksys Switches for blocking unwanted signals within a premises with the help of their clean air technology. This was one of the notable advantages of Linksys Switches over Cisco. For SMBs, Cisco and D-Link are a better option. In terms of enterprise-level companies, Cisco is preferred due to its optimisation quality during high traffic. There are many valuable features of Linksys Switches which include speed support and manageability. This makes them comparative with local brands and also much secure due to its security features. In terms of reliability and time, Cisco still ranks higher than its' competitors.

The additional features which I would like to suggest is to implement the user friendly GUI for easier network management. It should also have the functions of automating the firmware upgrade process, thus eliminating the need for technical expertise. Apart from this, I cannot pinpoint any other features that I am missing in the current model.

I have been using Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches for the past 3 to 4 years.

For the price that we pay, it is a stable solution in terms of performance. 

It is a scalable solution.

We are offering the support ourselves because we have engineers at different levels for handling various tasks. Level 1 engineer handles simple installations and configurations on site. Level 2 engineers manage more complex setups. Level 3 engineers work on the issues involving routers, VLANs, and terminals. The support also depends on the client's needs. Enterprise level plans might need configuration assistance. We also arrange for parts locally, as well as through import whenever there is a need for one.

The setup process or configuring access points include two types of devices. One of them is a wireless LAN controller, and the other is a stand alone device. Setting up an access point with WLC is simpler because the controller handles the configurations. On the other hand, standalone devices require more manual configuration. 

It's our recommendation that training be provided by D-Link for engineers interested in deploying Linksys switches or routers. As for the overall rating, I would rate Cisco Linksys Ethernet switches a 9 out of 10.

We are using Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches for basic wireless access for the building premises.

The most valuable feature of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is it is easy to manage.

I have been using Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches for approximately six years.

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are stable but could be better.

The scalability of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is good.

We have approximately 400 users in my company using this solution. We do not plan to increase usage in the future.

I have not contacted the support from Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches.

I have used other solutions previously, and I prefer Aruba Switches or Meraki MS Switches on top of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches.

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches' initial setup is straightforward and easy. The time it takes for the deployment depends on the number of devices you configure. It's very fast. The maximum time it would take to configure one device is half an hour.

We did the deployment of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches in-house. The maintenance is outsourced to a company, we only need one mid to senior-level engineer for support.

The return on investment has been reasonably good for Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches.

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is a less expensive solution than other vendors.

I rate Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches a six out of ten.

I can program Linksys and have onioned Linksys. I have put the onion into a Linksys, and made it onto our network. I have worked with them quite a bit.

The documentation should be improved from Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches. Although it hints or refers to being able to do certain operations, they try to get you to load the software instead. They need to be more open with their documentation on using the web interface and give the client the option to use the software or not. This improvement is not on the switch itself, it is in the packaging.

I have used Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches within the past 12 months.

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is stable.

I have not used Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches too much in commercial environments other than the residential apartment systems that I have here. This is where residents have plugged in the Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches in their system. They seem to have no problem with device communication to Netgear and the Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches environment. 

They don't have any problem working in Roku's environment. I've even seen them used on Aruba's. From what I've seen for their functionality, and then putting them into where there's no back-end, you're connected to a cable modem, they seem to be the most robust. They don't seem to give you a lot of problems. I very rarely have an issue. When you're dealing with an apartment complex that has a thousand plus residents, each with their own router and other hardware, working in this close proximity of each other, 50 feet or less of each other, they don't seem to have a problem working in that environment.

Some of the Netscapes I have used where you have them too close together, you can start having issues that are caused by congestion of the airway of the channels that are being used. I find that the Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are able to somehow deal with that better. Even if you have heavy congestion, they seem to be able to handle it better with their communication.

I have used many solutions, such as Belkin, Netscape, and Netgear.

The one problem I have found with the Belkin routers, and wireless points that people typically purchase is they want to phone home. If it can't phone home, the firewall blocks all communications.

If you are in a secured environment where everything is secured, the phoning home makes the switch not functional. Someone has to sit there and argue with it for a while to finally configure it to where it can phone home. Then every time you turn around, it wants to shut down because it can't phone home every so many day. That put Belkin off the list. I hook up the Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches straightforward, right out of the box. Most of the time, people don't have to do anything to it for it to work correctly. It works right out of the box in their environment.

The installation of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is very easy. They are simpler to implement than other solutions.

With Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches I am able to direct the install software to be set up at a certain IP address to be done there. It has a good web interface when it comes to setting things up, you don't have to load needless software into your computer. Anything that requires you to load the software into your computer is one thing I turn away from because that's more resources taken from my computing platform. If I have to waste resources to control something that's supposed to be doing its own job, then what do I have it for. 

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches doesn't force me to do that. Some of the Netscape's are similar to that. Netscape's interface is not as easy to navigate because they keep changing the interface. From one appliance to the other, your interface is not uniform. I could go with the Linksys, and if I've done one, I can find my way through most any of the others.

For the home user or end-user, that doesn't have a high-end back-end running. I usually recommend the Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches. I recommend Linksys more than I do Netgear because of the simple installation. 

For home and small office use where you don't have a major back-end, I would recommend Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches.

Using Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches in a commercial residential environment where you have a lot of people using them, with individual configuration. I would give them an eight or a nine out of ten because I have had problems, but most of it is user-related. If they understood the documentation it would be better implemented, they would understand, and I probably wouldn't run across problems. Most of the time the problem is where they're plugging them in backward. They don't understand that just because the plug fits on the back does not mean it is correct. There's a reason why you have a WAN and a LAN side. The documents do not explain it well enough to people. The installer gives them a little bit more information so they know not to plug in the other way. That can cause some havoc.

Using Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches in a commercial office environment, non-heavy back-end or light back-end, they seem to work well. Under another router, they seem to do well and are stable. I don't have a lot of issues with them. I typically install them and forget about them. Most of the issues I have is their equipment is the hardware might fail and had to switch the equipment, and then gave them their ID and password. However, getting them back up's and running is pretty simple. I reset everything, turn everything back, change the passwords, and everything is back working.

When it comes to the heavy back-end commercial implementation, Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches do work when you have a heavy back-end. I don't see them used as much there and therefore cannot give a rating. I have not seen them in that environment as much to judge them on.

I rate Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches a nine out of ten.

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are used to direct network traffic.

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches have a good interface, and the documentation is detailed.

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches could improve their price, it is high.

I have been using Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches for approximately three months.

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are stable.

The scalability of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is good.

We have approximately 1,800 people using this solution in my company, including all branches.

I have contacted the support from Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches and they were good. Their response was fast.

I have used other switches previously and we changed all the brands to Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches. When we upgraded our network we went with an all-Cisco network. 

We have a third party install our Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches and configure them.

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches prices are high. However, it was acceptable. The price is higher than competitors.

My advice to others is this is a good solution and they should use it.

I rate Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches a nine out of ten.

We primarily use the solution for networking.

The product is great for networking.

We can connect to the office remotely if we need to. We can connect on-premises and also on the cloud.

The pricing is quite good.

It’s reliable and offers good performance.

The setup is very simple.

It’s a scalable solution.

We haven't had any issues with the solution. 

I’ve used the solution for a long time.

It is stable. The performance is good. There are no bugs or glitches. It doesn’t crash or freeze.

It is a scalable product. We have about 500 people using the product and it works great.

We may increase usage. However, it depends on our future plans.

The solution has online services you can access if you encounter any issues. We do have good local technical support. It’s okay.

The initial setup is effortless and straightforward. If you run into any issues, you can access online services. We didn’t find it to be overly complex, however.

The solution is reasonably priced. It’s not overly expensive. They could be cheaper. However, Cisco is a very respected brand and worth the money.

Where we are, the price will fluctuate due to the exchange, so it can go up and down. However, it’s mostly pretty good.

I’m not sure of the exact pricing of the solution.

I’m not sure which version of the solution we’re using.

I’d recommend the solution to others.

I’d rate the product nine out of ten.

The primary use case of this solution is for the core and distribution layers.

It's used for normal switching and access. We are only using it with the data center model to have a distribution layer, core layer, and access layer.

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are pretty good overall.

There is a lot of competition between Cisco, Juniper, and other switches such as Extreme. Our IT team is comfortable with Cisco switches, but the only problem is that there are many different versions of software that can be used across different platforms of Cisco, and normally with other vendors, we have a unified software that is running across different platforms, but Cisco does not.

We are expecting one software that can run across all of Cisco hardware, software, and Cisco Switch router, similar to what Juniper has. 

They are stable, but not as good as Juniper, they could be improved.

We have been working with Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches for more than 15 years.

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are stable, but if you are comparing with Juniper, from the routers and switches, Juniper is more stable.

It's a scalable product. In our organization, we have approximately 50 people using it.

We plan to continue using Cisco switches and we are expanding every year.

We have diversity in our network. Usually, we have at least two vendors.

The initial setup was straightforward.

Deployment time depends on the criticality of the location we are installing these boxes. For example, if it is a greenfield, it can take one or two days, and it is a capital location such as a data center it can take some time for measuring and configuration from the old networks to the new network, which would take two or three weeks.

We have a team of many experts who work here.

The deployment team is made up of an engineering team and a deployment team. Also, we have a rollout team for stacking and racking who are technicians.

We did not use a vendor or reseller. We use our experts in our network who have excellent experience with every Cisco product.

I would recommend Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches for anyone who is interested in using this solution.

I would rate Cisco switches a seven out of ten.