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Associate Project Manager at Alchemy Market Research
Provides good scalability, but the stability needs improvement
Pros and Cons
- "The initial setup process was easy."
- "D-Link Wireless’s stability needs improvement."
What is our primary use case?
What needs improvement?
D-Link Wireless’s stability needs improvement.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using D-Link Wireless for six years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The product’s stability could be better.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have 18 to 20 D-Link Wireless users. It is a scalable product.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup process was easy. It took 30 to 40 minutes to complete.
What about the implementation team?
We take help from the resellers to maintain the product.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The product is affordable.
What other advice do I have?
I recommend D-Link Wireless to others and rate it a six out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Cyber Security Analyst at Link3 Technologies
A user-friendly product that needs to improve its performance-related areas
Pros and Cons
- "D-Link Wireless is a tool that is used since it is an easy and user-friendly product."
- "The performance offered by D-Link Wireless can be a bit problematic at times, owing to which it is an area that can be considered for improvement."
What is our primary use case?
D-Link Wireless is a tool that is used since it is an easy and user-friendly product.
D-Link Wireless is a very good solution for network solutions and Wi-Fi connections for small businesses. D-Link Wireless may be a few steps behind Meraki for a location-wise stable infrastructure.
How has it helped my organization?
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that the product's stability is okay.
What needs improvement?
The performance offered by D-Link Wireless can be a bit problematic at times, owing to which it is an area that can be considered for improvement.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have experience with D-Link Wireless, though I haven't worked with it for a long time, and I was involved only in the deployment of the product for one of my company's clients, which was a three-month project.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution's stability is not really good, but it is okay.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
If you want to scale up and use more access points, the licensing model of the product needs to be considered.
How are customer service and support?
I didn't use any technical support from D-Link Wireless since my company uses support from D-Link's local partner.
How was the initial setup?
The product's initial setup is straightforward and not very complex.
The solution can be deployed in a day or two.
The solution's deployment process consists of the management of the console connectivity. I had done the deployment for the product five years ago during one of my projects, so I don't remember much about the tool's deployment phase. Recently, I haven't deployed the solution.
What about the implementation team?
The installation process of D-Link Wireless is something that I can manage by myself.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Before using D-Link Wireless in my company, the other options considered included Cisco WLC and Cisco Meraki.
What other advice do I have?
I recommend D-Link Wireless and other products like Cisco and Cambium for small businesses with a low budget.
I rate the overall product a seven and a half out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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Pre-Sales Engineer at Pluton ICT LTD
Affordable network infrastructure solution with good technical support that is suitable for enterprises of all sizes
Pros and Cons
- "This is an affordable product that offers good performance. This is why it is popular with our customers. It offers good speed and bandwidth."
- "In future, it would also be good to have a switch within D Link that works as well as the Cisco 9200 Switch."
What is our primary use case?
We use this solution for learning institutions in the private sector and for government institutions.
What is most valuable?
This is an affordable product that offers good performance. This is why it is popular with our customers. It offers good speed and bandwidth.
What needs improvement?
Overall, we would like to be informed of all the features that this solution offers and be offered learning opportunities. What way, we can offer the full suite of features to our customers.
In future, it would also be good to have a switch within D Link that works as well as the Cisco 9200 Switch.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using this solution since 2012.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
This is a stable solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This is a scalable solution.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support for this solution is really good.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We also use Cisco and Aruba switches for some of our customers but D Link is more affordable.
How was the initial setup?
Some of our customers have existing infrastructure and if it is suitable, we install the active equipment for this solution. When customers do not have existing infrastructure, we suggest cabling be installed. Deployment takes approximately one week depending on the customer's requirements.
If an installation involves hundreds of data points, tracking, creating pathways and fiber optic cables that need to be buried underground, it can take a long time.
In terms of maintenance, most customers from small and medium enterprises, are able to maintain the solution themselves.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution to others, not only for small and medium size businesses but for larger organizations too.
I would rate this solution a seven 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.
Software Trainee at Eidiko
Good connectivity, expands well, and if largely reliable
Pros and Cons
- "The connectivity is good."
- "The stability could be a bit better."
What is our primary use case?
We've primarily been using it in our office for the LAN connection. It's for internet and server connections.
What is most valuable?
It's largely stable.
The connectivity is good.
What needs improvement?
The stability could be a bit better.
For how long have I used the solution?
We've been using the solution for six months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution has been mostly stable. It sometimes fluctuates, however, largely, it is good.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution can scale. It's not a problem.
We have 200 to 250 users.
I'm not sure if we have plans to increase usage right now.
How are customer service and support?
I've never contacted technical support. I can't speak to how helpful or responsive they would be.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We did not previously use any other similar solution.
How was the initial setup?
The admin team takes care of the installation. I wasn't a part of it. I can't speak to how easy or hard it is to execute.
We have seven team members that can handle deployment and maintenance tasks. They are admins and managers.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
While we do have to pay for the solution, I don't have any of the details.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend the solution to others. We've mostly been happy with it.
I'd rate the solution nine out of ten. Aside from some small stability issues, it's been good.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
IT Admin at a educational organization with 51-200 employees
Very good AP however Password restriction feature and their support system needs improvement some time it's connect with password and without password too.
Pros and Cons
- "Password restriction: Sometimes we set a password and it uses that password but, after some days/months, the password gets changed and a few laptops still use old the password while a few use the new password. The password restriction option needs to improve."
- "Its interface and support system need much improvement. Sometimes, when we use the interface to reset the password and configure SSIDs, or some other changes, the "Save" option does not show and we have to go to some internal setting and then we can "save" the setting. The “Save” option should be in front of or below of the settings."
- "Sometimes we configure the SSID with a password but the same AP shows two WiFi connections with the same SSID name (one is protected by a password and another one give access without a password)."
What is our primary use case?
We use the access points to provide internet connectivity to laptops, mobile phones, tablets, etc.
We are using a Breoadbaand connection through which an internet connection is provided to different buildings, and through a LAN connection or AP we extend the internet connection.
How has it helped my organization?
Earlier, we used small WiFi which reset automatically and started distributing its own IP address. This stopped internet access connection and computers/laptops connecting from a different network. However, after using D-Link access points, this issue was eliminated.
What is most valuable?
It automatically accesses the network and starts to provide internet connection; it does not need to configure or create an issue like small WiFis. It's recommended to use for large or medium sized organizations.
What needs improvement?
- Password restriction: Sometimes we set a password and it uses that password but, after some days/months, the password gets changed and a few laptops still use old the password while a few use the new password. The password restriction option needs to improve.
- Its interface and support system need much improvement. Sometimes, when we use the interface to reset the password and configure SSIDs, or some other changes, the "Save" option does not show and we have to go to some internal setting and then we can "save" the setting. The “Save” option must be in front of or below of the settings.
- Support system: Sometimes we urgently need help from the support center and ask for help many times. Either the call does not connect or it connects after a very long time. Also, at times we do not get proper support from the support Engineer.
- Sometimes we configure the SSID with a password but the same AP shows two WiFi connections with the same SSID name (one is protected by a password and another one give access without a password).
For how long have I used the solution?
10 Years approx.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Product is stable and work fine and does not reset and redistribute the IP address like small WiFi and easely onnect esaly with plug and ply functions.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The product is good but needs The improvement in order to password issues etc
How are customer service and support?
Twice I contacted customer support experience was good but needs more improvement in order to customer support services.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Earlier we were using home-based WI-FI these wifi many time having password reset issues.
How was the initial setup?
Just connect eh access point from Cat-6 or cat-5 cable it automatic take the IP Adress form server and start working just we have to set SSID password if you want to keep your AP password protected.
What about the implementation team?
In-house, we have done that and didn't call the vendor.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
For the School or small organization that could invest till 10K for a De-link AP, this is one of the good solutions.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We evolute form our Existing Wi-FI and that AP we found better from existing one
What other advice do I have?
D link support system must need to improve to help their users in order to resolve the issue quickly.
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.
Head of Service Delivery at Agmatel
User-friendly, easy to set up and configure
Pros and Cons
- "This product is user-friendly and we can manage it as per the requirements of the user."
- "It would definitely help if we had more advanced features for distributing bandwidth."
What is our primary use case?
We are a solution provider and this is one of the products that we use to provide services.
It is used as part of the infrastructure in a wireless environment.
What is most valuable?
This product is user-friendly and we can manage it as per the requirements of the user.
It is easy to configure.
What needs improvement?
It would definitely help if we had more advanced features for distributing bandwidth.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been working with D-Link wireless switches and routers for more than seven years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
We have encountered a few issues in terms of services. However, in the case of performance, we have not seen any instability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This solution is most often used on small campuses.
How are customer service and technical support?
We have dealt with their online support and our experience has been good.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We use networking devices from both Cisco and D-Link. We prefer to use Cisco products for large campuses or widely-spread organizations.
How was the initial setup?
It is a simple, plug-and-play setup. It is a little more work if we have to put in restrictions and other settings, but overall, it is not complex.
What other advice do I have?
For small businesses, this is definitely a product that I recommend.
I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
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Presales Solutions Architect at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
A complete wireless solution that is competitively priced, but the technology needs to catch up with bigger vendors
Pros and Cons
- "D-Link is a good product that is quite affordable and I recommend it."
- "D-Link has some catching up to do in terms of advancing and improving its technology."
What is our primary use case?
We are a solution provider and I am a wireless engineer. D-Link Wireless is one of the products that we implement for our clients.
The primary use case is access points in small business networks.
What is most valuable?
D-Link comes with a complete solution including wireless, switching, and static wiring. This is a big advantage because if you implement with other OEMs then you have to do these things separately.
The price of D-Link Wireless is very good, which is one major factor.
What needs improvement?
D-Link has some catching up to do in terms of advancing and improving its technology. For example, the bigger OEMs like Cisco, Juniper, and Aruba all have more advanced systems coming up.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with D-Link Wireless for perhaps one year.
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?
Scalability is there and you can expand as needed.
How are customer service and technical support?
I have not been in contact with technical support.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I also have experience with Ubiquiti Wireless. The suitability of a product depends on our client's requirements. There are a lot of things to consider and we also want to meet the budget.
We recommend whatever product or vendor is best for them. This includes a comparison that is based on the design that we come up with for them.
What about the implementation team?
We have an in-house team that deploys and maintains these products on behalf of our clients. We do support, as well.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
D-Link pricing is very competitive when you consider other OEMs. I would say that it's on the lower to medium side. Everything is included in the price.
What other advice do I have?
D-Link is a good product that is quite affordable and I recommend it.
I would rate this solution a seven 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.
Branch Manager at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Is scalable, user friendly, and easy to manage
Pros and Cons
- "It's scalable, user friendly, and easy to manage."
- "The cloud managed solution needs improvement, and they should focus on the SD-WAN segment with regard to integration."
What is most valuable?
It's scalable, user friendly, and easy to manage.
What needs improvement?
The cloud managed solution needs improvement, and they should focus on the SD-WAN segment with regard to integration.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have worked with it and deployed it in some projects the last couple of months.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It's scalable. We currently have more than 100 users in Pakistan.
How are customer service and technical support?
Technical support is quite good. We also have a local team and engineers trained by D-Link. They provide customization support as well.
How was the initial setup?
It's easy to install. My team took around one or two hours to deploy it. We have a team of five to six people trained by D-Link in our company.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
D-Link Wireless is cheaper than Ruckus or Cisco.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution and would rate it at nine on a scale from one to ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
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