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Access Network Operations Unit Manager at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees
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Straightforward to set up, and works well for our network core and distribution layers
Pros and Cons
  • "Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are pretty good overall."
  • "We are expecting one software that can run across all of Cisco hardware, software, and Cisco Switch router, similar to what Juniper has."

What is our primary use case?

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.

What is most valuable?

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are pretty good overall.

What needs improvement?

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.

For how long have I used the solution?

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

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

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

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

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.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

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

How was the initial setup?

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.

What about the implementation team?

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

What other advice do I have?

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.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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NadirShahzad - PeerSpot reviewer
System Engineer at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Real User
Offer simplified network management and scalability
Pros and Cons
  • "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."
  • "The additional features which I would like to suggest is to implement user friendly GUI for easier network management."

What is our primary use case?

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.

What is most valuable?

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.

What needs improvement?

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.

For how long have I used the solution?

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

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

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

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It is a scalable solution.

How are customer service and support?

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.

How was the initial setup?

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. 

What about the implementation team?


What other advice do I have?

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.

Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Integrator
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Mohammad Yasin - PeerSpot reviewer
IT and Procurement Executive at iris communications
Real User
Top 10
Reliable platform with easy setup process
Pros and Cons
  • "The initial setup is easy."
  • "Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches’s stability and pricing needs improvement."

What is our primary use case?

We use Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches for Wi-Fi connectivity.

How has it helped my organization?

The platform has not improved network performance enough. We encounter issues related to internet connectivity and random disconnection.

What needs improvement?

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches’s stability and pricing needs improvement.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is a reliable product. However, after six months, we came across internet connectivity issues. I rate the stability an eight out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

We have 60 Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches users in our organization. It is a scalable platform.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is easy. It takes around 15 minutes or a maximum of half an hour to complete.

What about the implementation team?

I implement the product by referring to the documentation available on the internet in case of any technical errors.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The product is expensive.

What other advice do I have?

I rate the product an eight out of ten.

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Network Engineer at Huber+Suhner, Inc.
Real User
Top 20
Has features like routing, Layer 2 security, and port security
Pros and Cons
  • "I am impressed with the tool's features like routing, Layer 2 security, and port security."
  • "We encounter a challenge in automating the product to reduce manual work."

What is most valuable?

I am impressed with the tool's features like routing, Layer 2 security, and port security. 

What needs improvement?

We encounter a challenge in automating the product to reduce manual work. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with the tool for twenty years. 

How are customer service and support?

Compared to Huawei, Cisco's support is good. 

What other advice do I have?

I would rate the product a nine out of ten. 

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Tarek Ashur - PeerSpot reviewer
Lead, Consumer Retention at North Africa Bank
Real User
Useful documentation, good interface, and responsive support
Pros and Cons
  • "Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches have a good interface, and the documentation is detailed."
  • "Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches could improve their price, it is high."

What is our primary use case?

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are used to direct network traffic.

What is most valuable?

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

What needs improvement?

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

For how long have I used the solution?

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

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are stable.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The scalability of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is good.

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

How are customer service and support?

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

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

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. 

What about the implementation team?

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

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

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

What other advice do I have?

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.

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Muhammad Salahuddin - PeerSpot reviewer
Unit Head - Network and Security Solutions at FPM Solutions
Real User
Easy to set up with excellent support and good reliability
Pros and Cons
  • "They have so many series that can cater to SMBs, banks, or telcos. They have a wide range of options."
  • "Their price is quite high compared to their competitors."

What is our primary use case?

We use the solution as a switch. 

What is most valuable?

Ciscos Switches are one of the best switches in the industry.

Big players are using the product, including banks and companies in the financial sector.

Cisco is ubiquitous. It's used everywhere. 

They have many product lines. They have so many series that can cater to SMBs, banks, or telcos. They have a wide range of options. 

The setup is simple and straightforward. 

Techical support is helpful.

The stability has been good. 

What needs improvement?

Their price is quite high compared to their competitors. This should be less.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using the solution for more than 15 years, or maybe for as much as 20 years. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution has been quite stable. There are no bugs or glitches. It doesn't crash or freeze. It's reliable. Both hardware and software wise it's stable. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The product is scalable. They have a wide range of product lines for small to medium enterprises to banks. They cover every area. For every customer, they have a solution.

We have 70 or more companies using the solution right now. 

We do have plans to increase usage at this point. 

How are customer service and support?

Support is very good. They offer very helpful assistance. 

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I'm also aware of Juniper Switches and Brocade solutions. People are also beginning to use Huawei products. Huawei is much cheaper in terms of routing and switching.

How was the initial setup?

It's a simple setup. Cisco is simple plug-and-play. Starting is easy. If you don't want any complexity, then you can simply opt for plug and play. 

If you want more complexity or more security, that's still quite simple. They have spent so much time and expertise in education. Cisco education is everywhere. It makes it so that people are aware of Cisco Control and Cisco Command Line. Many users feel comfortable with it. 

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The price of Cisco options is quite high.

What other advice do I have?

I'm not sure which version of the solution I'm using. It might be version 10 or 11. 

I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.

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Network Security Architect at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees
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Reasonably priced with good virtualization and micro-segmentation features
Pros and Cons
  • "The most valuable features are virtualization and micro-segmentation."
  • "The user interface needs a lot of improvement."

What is our primary use case?

We are an IT company and we configure these switches for our clients. The environment varies depending on the client and their requirements.

What is most valuable?

The most valuable features are virtualization and micro-segmentation.

What needs improvement?

The user interface needs a lot of improvement.

The enterprise-level and data center products need to be improved.

The command-line interface could be more user-friendly.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with Linksys Ethernet switches for the past 14 years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Linksys switches are pretty stable.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

With respect to scalability, some features such as stacking are missing. Linksys has to work on this technology, especially for a scalable stack. This product is best suited to home users and small offices.

How are customer service and technical support?

I have never had to contact technical support directly. I have been able to configure these devices using the administration guide.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I have worked with multiple switches from multiple vendors. These include Cisco enterprise-level switches like the Catalyst and the 6500 series. I have worked with Acer routers, HP enterprise-level switches, Dell S-series and N-series, Juniper's MX series routers and EX series switches, and Huawei's S-Series switches and NE-Series routers.

How was the initial setup?

This product is very easy to deploy and any home user can do it. For the typical home user, I don't think that it would take more than a day to set up and deploy.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The price of Linksys products is pretty reasonable.

What other advice do I have?

My advice for anybody who is considering this product is that it is well-suited for home uses and small businesses. My only complaints are about the user interface and the stacking capabilities.

I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.

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Elvis Osagiede - PeerSpot reviewer
Information Technology Manager at Itechsolutions
Real User
Top 5
Improves security and performance and is reliable
Pros and Cons
  • "I use the tool because of its performance, reliability, and security."
  • "Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches should improve its pricing."

What is our primary use case?

The tool helps us create VLANs, ensure network security, and manage traffic. 

What is most valuable?

I use the tool because of its performance, reliability, and security. 

What needs improvement?

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches should improve its pricing. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with the product for 17 years. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is stable. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

My company has 50 users for the product. 

How are customer service and support?

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches' tech support is fast, knowledgeable, responsive, and customer-friendly. 

How was the initial setup?

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches' deployment is straightforward because I have been trained to deploy it. 

What about the implementation team?

I did the deployment myself. 

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The tool's licensing costs are yearly. You only need to pay standard licensing costs. 

What other advice do I have?

I rate the overall product a nine out of ten.In terms of network security and management features, the tool is top-notch. This justifies its pricing compared to other products. I recommend going for Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches if you can afford it. 

Using the tool provides the company with a stable and reliable network infrastructure. They are easy to troubleshoot and scale, improving performance and enhancing security measures. It is dependable and provides me with what I want. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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