The solution is user-friendly.
Deputy Manager - Radio Frequency Planning at RF-SMART
An user-friendly solution with low switching capacity
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is user-friendly."
- "D-Link Ethernet Switches' switching capacity is low. The solution should improve stability and not support Cisco or Juniper networks."
What is most valuable?
What needs improvement?
D-Link Ethernet Switches' switching capacity is low. The solution should improve stability and not support Cisco or Juniper networks.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the product for seven years.
How are customer service and support?
I haven't contacted technical support yet.
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Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have used Huawei before D-Link Ethernet Switches.
How was the initial setup?
The tool's deployment is easy and takes five minutes to complete.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
D-Link Ethernet Switches are cheap products for homes and small offices.
What other advice do I have?
I rate the overall product a six out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Last updated: Jul 11, 2024
Flag as inappropriateManager/S&T at NHSRCL
Has lower fault frequency and works with Wi-Fi networks
Pros and Cons
- "The tool's fault frequency is very less."
- "The solution needs to improve layer 2 switches."
What is most valuable?
The tool's fault frequency is very less.
What needs improvement?
The solution needs to improve layer 2 switches.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for three years.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
D-Link Ethernet Switches' scalability is good. We use it in 10 of our offices.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I use Juniper switches as well. Compared to Juniper, the solution is easy to access and maintain. Juniper is complex. We use Juniper in the backbone network since its sustainability is good. Juniper is good for heavy networks and D-Link is for Wi-Fi networks.
How was the initial setup?
The tool is easy to implement.
What about the implementation team?
D-Link's team helped us with the implementation.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
D-Link Ethernet Switches' price is good.
What other advice do I have?
Users need to have some training to use the tool. I would rate it a ten out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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Network Administrator at Chase Up
They're easy to use and cost-effective
Pros and Cons
- "D-Link has a graphical interface that is easy to use. It is simple enough that our junior technicians can configure the switches."
- "The availability could be improved."
What is our primary use case?
We use D-Link switches for our surveillance cameras, Wi-Fi, and local LAN connectivity in retail stores.
What is most valuable?
D-Link has a graphical interface that is easy to use. It is simple enough that our junior technicians can configure the switches.
What needs improvement?
The availability could be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have used D-Link switches for six or seven years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate D-Link switches nine out of 10. They've proven to be highly reliable over the years.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I rate D-Link switches eight out of 10 for scalability.
How was the initial setup?
Deploying D-Link switches is straightforward. You can install and configure a switch in around 15 minutes. There are two ways you can configure a switch. You can use the default interface on each switch or you can configure the switches with a management tool from one computer. It's much easier to use a utility because you don't have to configure each switch separately.
You don't need a consultant or integrator. It's easy to set up the switches yourself. The technical team lays the cable and mounts the hardware, and I handle the deployment and configuration alone.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
D-Link switches are cost-effective.
What other advice do I have?
I rate D-Link Ethernet switches nine out of 10. I recommend D-Link. Cisco equipment is much more expensive. All of my companies in this country are already using D-Link.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
IT head at Ficobank
A stable solution that has a simple plug-and-play deployment procedure
Pros and Cons
- "We use the solution for the network and ethernet connection."
- "The solution's web filtering feature could be improved."
What is most valuable?
We use the solution for the network and ethernet connection.
What needs improvement?
The solution's web filtering feature could be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using D-Link Ethernet Switches for more than ten years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Brand new D-Link Ethernet Switches are very stable, but the performance eventually depreciates with time.
I rate D-Link Ethernet Switches a nine out of ten for stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
D-Link Ethernet Switches is a scalable solution. The solution is deployed in our branch, which has five to eight users.
How was the initial setup?
The solution's initial setup is very easy.
What about the implementation team?
Deploying the solution is just a plug-and-play procedure, and it doesn't take much time. We do on-site installation for the solution. I deployed my technical team to install the solution on the remote site.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution's pricing is reasonable. There's no subscription when it comes to switches, so we're not paying for a subscription.
What other advice do I have?
Only one person is needed for the solution's deployment and maintenance.
I would recommend the solution to other users.
Overall, I rate D-Link Ethernet Switches a nine 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.
Hardware Networking Engineer at Vaeso
reasonably priced and plug-and-play but needs to better meet our industry standards
Pros and Cons
- "It's plug-and-play. There is no configuration necessary."
- "They need to enhance stability."
What is our primary use case?
I'm both using the solution and offing it to clients. We're using it as a hub. We use it in the main office area.
What is most valuable?
The solution is industry-standard for the most part.
Connecting with smart ports is easy. It's plug-and-play. There is no configuration necessary.
It is stable.
What needs improvement?
We can't use it in a manufacturing context as there is no in-built fan that can handle the heat.
They need to make a product that would support the industrial side. We need them to support a minimum of 350 watts.
We need them to meet our industry standard, which they do not do.
They need to enhance stability.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution for about ten years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is mostly stable. I'd rate it six out of ten. It's okay. Everything is available in a smaller size, so you have to prepare the rack size. It would help if they gave us the proper mounting for this particular device. Only one CPU size is available. We need more power supply.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution can scale. I would rate its ability to scale seven out of ten.
We have different clients across the globe using the solution. They are enterprise-level companies.
How are customer service and support?
Technical support is pretty good. They aren't too bad.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing is pretty good. It's not overly expensive. We find it affordable. We pay around $150. That's a one-time payment. There are no other additional costs.
What other advice do I have?
We are customers and end-users.
We'd like to have some smart switches and a good management port with a different control panel.
I'd rate the solution six 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.
Director Of Operations at a retailer with 51-200 employees
Easy to setup, scalable and good pricing point
Pros and Cons
- "The main selling point for me was the pricing. Moreover, the performance is good. I haven't had any issues so far."
- "There is room for improvement in terms of stability."
What is our primary use case?
It's mainly for our internal network.
What is most valuable?
The main selling point for me was the pricing. Moreover, the performance is good. I haven't had any issues so far.
What needs improvement?
There is room for improvement in terms of stability.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using it for a couple of months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I would rate the stability an eight out of ten. There might be some room for improvement.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I haven't encountered any issues scaling them so far, so it is scalable for us. We have over a hundred end users using this solution.
We plan to expand its further usage. We use it on a daily basis.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We used NETGEAR. It was all about pricing, so we switched to D-Link.
D-Link was simply much more affordable.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was quite straightforward. It took two days at most.
What about the implementation team?
We took a consultant's help. We had a team of four people for deployment.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend using this solution. From my experience, D-Link is a great choice if you're looking for value for money. The features seem comparable to other solutions in my use case.
Overall, I would rate the solution an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Information Technology Manager at Itechsolutions
Simplifies interface configuration and setup but could be cheaper
Pros and Cons
- "D-Link has a good VPN feature and quality of service."
- "The solution could be cheaper."
What is our primary use case?
We use the solution to simplify ease of use. It includes both managed and unmanaged switches. It simplifies interface configuration and setup.
How has it helped my organization?
I deployed the switches about two years ago for a client to network segmentation, including VLANs and other features. The clients are still using it, but there are complaints about its current features.
What is most valuable?
D-Link has a good VPN feature and quality of service. It has a great GUI. You can easily see how our network is handling traffic and other metrics. This makes network management much easier.
What needs improvement?
The solution could be cheaper.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using D-Link Ethernet Switches as an integrator for 17 years. I've used it for various installations.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The product is stable. I've never experienced any freeze.
I rate the solution's stability an eight out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution scales well. My last deployment had 50 users using this solution.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is straightforward. It has good documentation that is easy to read and understand. To deploy, we have to configure the solution.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The product is cheaper than Cisco.
I rate the solution’s pricing a six out of ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive.
What other advice do I have?
I recommend this solution.
Overall, I rate the solution a seven out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner
Last updated: Apr 15, 2024
Flag as inappropriateIT operations manager at Jambojet
User-friendly solution with good scalability
Pros and Cons
- "It is a stable solution."
- "Its security features need improvement."
What is our primary use case?
We use the solution for networking purposes.
What is most valuable?
The solution's most valuable features are routing, VLAN configuration, and affordable pricing.
What needs improvement?
The solution’s security features need improvement. There should be more parameters for enhanced cybersecurity, including traffic inspection, SSL offloading, etc.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using the solution for two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is a stable solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have deployed the solution for 100 users. It is scalable, and we might consider increasing the usage.
How are customer service and support?
It is a simple solution. Thus, we can address and resolve the technical issues ourselves. For queries, we refer to online support portals, including blogs and websites.
How was the initial setup?
The solution’s initial setup process is straightforward. It has a simpler user interface that makes the process easier. Although, it requires assistance from a professional if you don’t have prior experience working with it. In the case of a proper network design, deployment takes a day. However, it largely depends on network size. It took a week for us to complete it.
What about the implementation team?
We deployed the solution in-house with the help of a network engineer who could execute it fast enough.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution's cost is affordable.
What other advice do I have?
The solution is suitable for small and medium enterprises. It is scalable, user-friendly, and has enough functionality and fair pricing. I rate it an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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