HPE Ethernet Switches are used for internet networking and the hotel industry.
Director -Digital Transformation at Convergence
An enterprise-level solution that can be used for internet networking, but its throughput should be increased
Pros and Cons
- "We use HPE Ethernet Switches to provide solutions for the hotel, their guests, and IPTV."
- "The solution's throughput should be increased because we often get stuck when it comes to IPTV streaming."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
We are not using any specific features. We use HPE Ethernet Switches to provide solutions for the hotel, their guests, and IPTV.
What needs improvement?
The solution's throughput should be increased because we often get stuck when it comes to IPTV streaming.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using HPE Ethernet Switches for more than five years.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
HPE Ethernet Switches are not as stable as Cisco. I rate HPE Ethernet Switches a six out of ten for stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Around 250 users are extensively using HPE Ethernet Switches. We do not have plans to increase the solution's usage.
I rate HPE Ethernet Switches a six out of ten for scalability.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Before HPE Ethernet Switches, we used Juniper switches. We mainly switched from Juniper to HPE because of the local support HPE Ethernet Switches provide.
How was the initial setup?
Cisco Meraki has an easy initial setup. Aruba and HPE have a pretty configuration setup.
What about the implementation team?
The solution was implemented through our in-house engineers. It takes around 45 minutes to an hour to deploy the solution.
Our engineers use the same deployment process as with other products. We cannot get support from local HPE because they don't have local engineers. So most of the time, we get support from other countries or someone who specializes in those areas.
What was our ROI?
We will see a return on investment with HPE Ethernet Switches within one year.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We have to pay for a yearly license for HPE Ethernet Switches. The solution's pricing is lower than Cisco's. The solution does not include any extra costs in addition to the standard licensing fees.
What other advice do I have?
I am using the latest version of HPE Ethernet Switches.
One or two engineers are required for the solution's deployment and maintenance, but it depends on the customer site.
HPE Ethernet Switches are more suited for enterprise-level customers. However, Cisco is the best solution for data center-level customers.
Overall, I rate HPE Ethernet Switches a seven out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
IT Manager at GASCO
An affordable, easy-to-configure solution
Pros and Cons
- "HPE Ethernet Switches are easy to configure."
- "The technical support does not match up to the standard of Cisco."
What is our primary use case?
HPE Ethernet Switches are used for networking.
What is most valuable?
HPE Ethernet Switches are easy to configure.
What needs improvement?
The technical support does not match up to the standard of Cisco.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using HPE Ethernet Switches for one year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
HPE Ethernet Switches are stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
HPE Ethernet Switches are scalable.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is straightforward.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The license cost is yearly.
What other advice do I have?
I give HPE Ethernet Switches an eight out of ten.
I recommend HPE Ethernet Switches for users. It is not as expensive as Cisco Switches.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Director at JEDI SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED
A scalable solution that is easy to use and has a very low failure rate
Pros and Cons
- "HPE Ethernet Switches are scalable, and their software is also quite sturdy."
- "The solution’s licensing could be improved."
What is most valuable?
HPE Ethernet Switches are scalable, and their software is also quite sturdy. The solution's security is up to the mark according to industry standards. HPE Ethernet Switches are very easy to use, and the MTBF or failure rate is very low.
What needs improvement?
The solution’s licensing could be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
In my current organization, I have provided HPE Ethernet Switches to one or two customers, but in my previous organization, we have provided HPE Ethernet Switches to more customers. They entered the Indian market in 2008 and have a very good reputation.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate HPE Ethernet Switches a nine out of ten for stability.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support team of HPE Ethernet Switches is very good.
How was the initial setup?
The setup of HPE Ethernet Switches depends on the SoW, and it's not complex at all. The solution's initial setup is quite straightforward.
What about the implementation team?
L2 switches are deployed in half an hour to one hour. But L3 switches get deployed in one, two, or three days depending on the SoW.
Depending on the quantity, one or two L2 or L3 people are more than sufficient for the solution's implementation. Two people are required to implement L3 switches, and depending on the SoW, the job can be finished in one or two days.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
HPE Ethernet Switches used to have a lifetime warranty for some of the products. We have to see only the security part when considering licenses because the licenses upgrade.
What other advice do I have?
Since the Indian market is very price-sensitive, HPE Ethernet Switches are preferred from a commercial point of view. Cisco switches are more stable from a technical and commercial point of view, but commercially, HP is the choice for any enterprise. Since HPE Ethernet Switches have an SMB presence, SMB customers will buy them.
Overall, I rate HPE Ethernet Switches an eight or nine out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. Integrator
Easy to use, manage, and configure
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is very stable and easy to use."
- "I would like to see more updates for the solution."
What is our primary use case?
We use the solution for a small network and a small data center.
What is most valuable?
The solution is very stable and easy to use.
What needs improvement?
I would like to see more updates for the solution.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using HPE Ethernet Switches for a couple of years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the solution ten out of ten for stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
More than 250 users use HPE Ethernet Switches regularly in our organization.
I rate the solution’s scalability ten out of ten.
How are customer service and support?
The solution’s technical support was good.
How was the initial setup?
The solution’s initial setup is very easy.
What about the implementation team?
The solution can be implemented through an in-house team. The solution's deployment process is very easy and includes designing the network and configuring VLAN.
What other advice do I have?
The solution's security features are very good, and I rate them ten out of ten. Two people are needed for the solution's deployment and maintenance. I would recommend the solution to other users. I rate the solution ten out of ten for ease of management and configuration.
Overall, I rate the solution ten out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
IT Manager at Lancaster Kumasi City
Offers good performance, scalable, robust, and offer good speeds with standard configurations but expensive license
Pros and Cons
- "It is a stable product."
- "The pricing is expensive."
What is our primary use case?
It is a product that provides a reliable link to your network.
What is most valuable?
I use the HPE switches because of their toolkit. In terms of performance, the features are reliable, and the management and backup options are good.
The security features are good. Overall, it is scalable, robust, and offers good speeds with standard configurations.
What needs improvement?
The price could be cheaper. That might depend on the vendor you are buying from. So present something.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working on this solution for a very long time.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is a stable product.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Scalability depends heavily on how you manage them. For our current needs, we have no plans to scale up.
There are around 17 users using this in my organization.
How was the initial setup?
The deployment process depends on what you are doing and how many segments you are going to put on that switch.
If you are connecting, for example, four different applications with different connectivity requirements, the deployment time will be affected.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The licensing is expensive. We pay yearly.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I would rate the solution a six out of ten. It is very robust and reliable. It's easy to get them up and running.
If you have IT experience, they're simple to manage and deploy. If not, you might need some external help.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Consultant and technical support at joudeh center for computer and modern software
An overall stable and scalable solution that can be run unmanaged
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable product is the unmanaged HP switch."
- "The solution would be easier to set up if its GUI could improve or if it had a wizard."
What is our primary use case?
The product can be used for integrated security in IT networks for small businesses with about 100 customers in one location. I can stack three of four switches in these cases.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable product is the unmanaged HP switch.
What needs improvement?
The price could be more competitive, and the product needs to improve its stability. Also, the solution would be easier to set up if its GUI could improve or if it had a wizard. Similarly, it would be easier to set up if the user manual could be more straightforward.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the product for three to four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the product's stability an eight out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I rate the product's scalability an eight out of ten. Twenty-five to 30 users use the product.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is somewhat straightforward. It is straightforward for unmanaged switches but managed switches might need technical support. It takes half an hour to one hour to deploy. When deploying the switches, we must set the steps to make VLANs.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We have a yearly license. The solution could be cheaper.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We use Fortinet and Cisco for larger businesses because we may lack information about the scalability of Aruba's and HP's higher-level products.
What other advice do I have?
I rate HPE Ethernet Switches an eight out of ten. I recommend users start with unmanaged switches and take managed switches later.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. Partner
Cloud onboarding is fast and has cooperative customer support
Pros and Cons
- "We were able to onboard HPE Ethernet Switches easily to the cloud. It was fast and took only five minutes to complete."
- "HPE Ethernet Switches must ensure that the updates and patching are done regularly. When we have new software updates, we can resolve issues quickly."
What is our primary use case?
We use HPE Ethernet Switches to connect access devices.
What is most valuable?
We were able to onboard HPE Ethernet Switches easily to the cloud. It was fast and took only five minutes to complete.
What needs improvement?
HPE Ethernet Switches must ensure that the updates and patching are done regularly. When we have new software updates, we can resolve issues quickly.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for ten years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
HPE Ethernet Switches is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable.
How are customer service and support?
Aruba's technical support is good and cooperative.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I used Cisco before HPE Ethernet Switches. We chose HPE because of our company's single-vendor policy.
How was the initial setup?
The tool's deployment is straightforward and takes less than five minutes. To deploy the solution, you need to know the site's size and number of users. This is important since you need to know the model that needs to be purchased.
What other advice do I have?
I rate HPE Ethernet Switches a ten out of ten. You must understand the product well so you won't waste money. You need to know the deployment to purchase the suitable model. There are different products which can result in high costs.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. Integrator
Engineer at Bit 2 Bit Communication SRL
Easy to deploy, stable, and scalable
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable feature of the solution is its stability."
- "The security of the solution always has room for improvement."
What is our primary use case?
I use HPE Ethernet Switches to connect virtual PBX or IP PBX to the voice infrastructure. There are some exceptions to what I will configure, which is to have the same connection for connecting the phone to the switch, and from the phone to the PC, using only one cable.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of the solution is its stability.
What needs improvement?
The security of the solution always has room for improvement.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for ten years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable.
How are customer service and support?
From the perspective of an integrator, HP's technical support is good.
How was the initial setup?
The complexity of the deployment depends on the configuration required. One is to use the solution for a small company that has fifty employees, and we will put fifty phones, and another situation is when we install the solution for a company with more than two thousand employees.
The deployment for a large organization takes around four months.
The deployment is not difficult. For large customers, they use two different switches; HPE 2680 for the office and HPE 5406ZL for the distribution and core. These switches are capable of both layer two and layer three functions.
What about the implementation team?
The implementation is completed with our help as the integrator.
What other advice do I have?
I give the solution a nine out of ten.
I recommend HPE Ethernet Switches to others.
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. Integrator
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