We use this solution in our data centers.
Network Analyst at Marion County
Enhances our security through integration with other Cisco products
Pros and Cons
- "This solution has given us the ability to use Cisco ISE for security."
- "This solution costs a lot."
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
This solution has given us the ability to use Cisco ISE for security.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature is the ability to integrate with other Cisco security products.
What needs improvement?
This solution costs a lot.
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Cisco Nexus
November 2024
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
This solution is very stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This is a very scalable solution.
How are customer service and support?
I haven't had to use technical support yet.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We had two Cisco switches, but they were very, very old.
How was the initial setup?
Our initial setup was complex because we were installing the other data center equipment at the same time.
What about the implementation team?
We used a consultant for our deployment, and our experience was not great. We have had a lot of problems with our vendors.
What was our ROI?
We haven't seen ROI yet because we're still in the middle of deploying it.
What other advice do I have?
This is a product that I can recommend that people use.
I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Internetwork Solution Engineer at OPLK
Improves speed and offers high availability for our clients
Pros and Cons
- "This solution improves network speed and provides high availability for our users."
- "I would like to see a central management solution in order to have all of the equipment in one place."
What is our primary use case?
We primarily use this solution for data centers in places like high schools or businesses that support other businesses.
How has it helped my organization?
This solution improves network speed and provides high availability for our users.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features are the high availability and the basic configurations that we can implement.
What needs improvement?
I would like to see a central management solution in order to have all of the equipment in one place.
Also, more documentation and more design examples would help us to reach other clients.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I have seen an improvement in the stability of our network with this solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This solution is very scalable.
How are customer service and technical support?
This solution has excellent technical support.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have experience with the A2K and the Nexus.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is complex, but we have a lot of very good documentation.
What about the implementation team?
We used an integrator and a consultant for the implementation. They were pretty good, it was easy and it was very nice for the clients.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Our licensing costs for this solution are approximately $200 USD per month.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We were already working with Cisco.
What other advice do I have?
This is a good solution
I would rate this solution a ten out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner.
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Cisco Nexus
November 2024
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Network Engineer at SRPMIC
Enables us to cut costs and to collapse the core but it needs SDN capability
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable feature of Cisco Nexus is modularity. It's like the Swiss Army knife of switches."
- "Cisco Nexus needs to add the SDN capability and lower the price."
What is our primary use case?
Our primary use for the Cisco Nexus is the data center, core routing, switching, etc.
How has it helped my organization?
Cisco Nexus has improved the way our organization functions by being able to cut the costs. We were able to collapse the core.
We use Cisco Nexus use as our core and our distribution switch.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of Cisco Nexus is modularity. It's like the Swiss Army knife of switches. It makes the switches. It can do everything if you have enough money.
If you pay for all the features, you can do almost anything you want to do with it.
What needs improvement?
The additional features I would like to see is X-LAN and ACI. More ACI or SDN features.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
We haven't had any issues. Cisco Nexus is very stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Cisco Nexus is very scalable. If you have money to buy more cards, then you get the added features. As long as you have a lot of money.
How are customer service and technical support?
The technical support for Cisco Nexus is excellent.
How was the initial setup?
The initial shttps://www.itcentralstation.c... of the Cisco Nexus platform is straightforward.
If you know what you're doing, there are a lot of examples for configuration. There are a lot of best practices out there.
What about the implementation team?
The reseller was Logicalis and the experience has been great with them.
What other advice do I have?
On a scale of one to ten, I would rate this product with a seven. Cisco Nexus needs to add the SDN capability and lower the price.
Go with Cisco because of best practices and all the documentation that's out there.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Network Engineer at a healthcare company with 1,001-5,000 employees
A fast networking solution with helpful technical support
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable feature of this solution is its speed."
- "I would like to see a lighter platform."
What is our primary use case?
We use this solution for our networking.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of this solution is its speed.
What needs improvement?
Currently, the platform is heavy. I would like to see a lighter platform.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
This is a stable product.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This solution is definitely scalable.
How are customer service and technical support?
The technical support group for this solution is very helpful.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Prior to this solution, we used older Cisco products, and we wanted to upgrade to newer technology.
How was the initial setup?
This initial setup of this solution was very simple.
What about the implementation team?
We implemented this solution in-house.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We did not evaluate vendors other than Cisco.
What other advice do I have?
This solution works well and I would recommend it.
I would rate this solution a ten out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Sr. Backbone Architect at NTT Global Networks Incorporated
Scalable, stable and easily installable, but more expensive than Juniper switches and lacks a single switch for multiple ports
Pros and Cons
- "The initial setup is easy."
- "It would be nice if the solution offered multiple types of port support."
What needs improvement?
Cisco Nexus could also have better documentation.
Moreover, it would be nice if the solution offered multiple types of port support. It does not have, for example, a single switch for both internet and fiber ports.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Cisco Nexus for around 10 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution has demonstrated stability thus far.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable.
How are customer service and technical support?
The technical support is fine.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
For Cisco, we use Nexus and 2900.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is easy.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
As I deal with the technical aspects of the solution, I am not in a position to comment on the price.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We consider Juniper switches to be more affordable.
What other advice do I have?
I use the solution in my own company. It works.
There are around 500-plus devices being utilized in our organization.
My advice to others is that they get initial hands-on experience in a lab environment. This should involve a proper grasp of the solution's features, such as that which concerns troubleshooting and may involve a different setup. Only at this point should one enter the production stage.
I rate Cisco Nexus as a seven out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Chief Technology Officer at Interlink Engineering Pvt Ltd
Reliable, easy to setup and deploy
Pros and Cons
- "Cisco Nexus meets all of our requirements."
- "I feel that this solution should be more flexible and scalable."
What is our primary use case?
The primary uses of this solution are for managing email servers, EIP modules, and file servers.
What is most valuable?
Cisco Nexus meets all of our requirements.
What needs improvement?
I feel that this solution should be more flexible and scalable.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using Cisco Nexus for approximately seven years.
We are using the latest version.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It's a stable solution. We do not have any issues with it.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Scalability needs improvement.
How are customer service and technical support?
We use a local distributor for support, which is very expensive.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was straightforward, and the deployment was easy.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I am not aware of the costs for this solution, it is handled by the accounting department.
What other advice do I have?
I recommend this solution to other users who are interested in using it.
I would rate Cisco Nexus an eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Senior Voice Network Engineer at a healthcare company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Good capacity and has huge scaling capabilities
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable features of the solution are capacity and scalability."
- "The initial setup is always complex."
What is our primary use case?
We use the Cisco Nexus as our primary solution for the data center.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features of the solution are capacity and scalability.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
They did the upgrade recently. It's pretty steady right now.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability of the solution is huge. It's a big box.
How are customer service and technical support?
Cisco tech support is great.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We are always a Cisco shop.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is always complex. It's a new box, so everything has to be set up because migration is a tricky part. It's not just a plug-and-play device. It's a difficult task.
What about the implementation team?
We applied the installation of Cisco Nexus internally.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We have a perpetual license, which means that when we purchase a box, there's no license in the box. Those 9K's are just routers. They're like big data center switches.
What other advice do I have?
In the decision-making process, we knew that we needed to invest in the solution depending on the company's growth vs. product capacity.
We wanted to invest in a bigger and newer switch.
On a scale from 1 to 10, I would rate Cisco Nexus at 8. It is going just great.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Director at Wipro Technologies
Enables us to create one holistic view for our entire organization but needs better integration capabilities
Pros and Cons
- "The implementation was straightforward and the product is stable."
- "The product lacks options for integration with other market products that would allow us more flexibility."
What is our primary use case?
We primarily use this product for campaign management.
How has it helped my organization?
The product has allowed us to create one holistic view for our entire organization.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features for us are schedule management, analytics, and Assurance software.
What needs improvement?
Any problems we have with the product stems from the difficulty of connecting with other non-Cisco products. There are other products on the market which we would like to have integrated. That's when we have a real solution.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It's quite stable. It's not as good as it was supposed to be.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
For the products we are currently using there is still a lot more to be done to allow integration of other market products.
How are customer service and technical support?
The customer service is pretty good.
How was the initial setup?
Installation and deployment of the product are pretty straightforward.
What about the implementation team?
We used Configur8 for the implementation. They are a Cisco partner. The service was very good — amazing.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We did explore other products, but Cisco is something we can use permanently. Specifically, we compared with HP/HPE.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate this product a seven out of ten. It needs a lot more improvement in integration capabilities.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner.
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