We use this solution for secure, site to site data interconnection.
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A good site to site connection solution, that is suitable for all sizes of business but comes with a high price point
Pros and Cons
- "We like that this solution is suitable for all organization sizes and levels."
- "We would like to see an improvement in the price of this solution. It is currently more expensive than other comparable products on the market."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
We like that this solution is suitable for all organization sizes and levels.
What needs improvement?
We would like to see an improvement in the price of this solution. It is currently more expensive than other comparable products on the market.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using this solution for three years now.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
We have found this to be a stable solution when using it.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup for this solution is easy, and only takes two to three hours for a basic implementation.
What other advice do I have?
We would rate this solution an eight out of ten.
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System & Network Administrator at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
A consistent solution with a well-made operating system, but room for improvement in scalability and integration
Pros and Cons
- "The operating system is good and well-made."
- "The product would be more scalable if it could operate with other brands."
What is our primary use case?
I use this solution to design and build my network.
What is most valuable?
The operating system is good and well-made. We have found it to be solid and consistent.
What needs improvement?
The product would be more scalable if it could operate with other brands.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with this solution for five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I would rate the stability of this solution as a four out of five.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I would rate the scalability as a three out of five.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was easy because we learned about Cisco routers and switches in school, so we are familiar with them and have certification on the equipment.
What about the implementation team?
The deployment didn't trouble us much. Our in-house IT team of two or three engineers handled it, and it took us about a week. We prepared in advance, and we implemented the configuration once the equipment was acquired. I think it might take two weeks to deploy on a large network.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We pay for our license annually. If it could be cheaper that would be good, but I would rate it as a four out of five for price, with one being very expensive and five being very affordable.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate this solution as a seven out of ten. I would recommend this product to others.
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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Senior Consultant at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Stable and scalable solution
Pros and Cons
- "Solution is stable."
- "Tends to have a short life cycle."
What needs improvement?
An area for improvement would be the power supply unit. This product also tends to have a short life cycle, which could be better.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using this solution for over ten years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
This solution is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This solution is scalable.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate this solution as eight out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner
Solution Architect at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Stable, scalable, and the setup wizard makes for a straightforward initial setup
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable features are stability and the initial setup wizard."
- "Having a well-designed graphical user interface would make this product easier to use."
What is our primary use case?
We are a solution provider and we offer Cisco equipment, including their Enterprise Routers
These routers are primarily for internet edge connectivity, as well as wide area network connectivity.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features are stability and features supported on these series.
What needs improvement?
These routers are not easy to use for non-professional users, so simplification is something that would improve this product. Having a well-designed graphical user interface would make this product easier to use.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Cisco Enterprise Routers for more than 15 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Cisco Enterprise Routers are stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This is a scalable product.
How are customer service and technical support?
Technical support is good, although it depends on your service agreement with Cisco.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is straightforward. It has a setup wizard that can guide you through the very basic settings such as IP addresses, usernames, and passwords.
What other advice do I have?
This is a good product and I will definitely continue to offer Cisco equipment to my customers in the future.
I would rate this solution a ten out of ten.
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.
Co-founder and Consultant at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
A stable solution with an easy initial setup process
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is scalable."
- "The solution's cloud management capabilities could be better."
What is our primary use case?
We use the solution to terminate connections at the edge of the network. It helps us handle tasks such as removing MPLS circuits and voice routing for unified communications.
What is most valuable?
The solution's most valuable feature is stability. Its hardware remains stable for a long time. We rarely encounter downtime issues. Also, it has the best operational features.
What needs improvement?
The solution's cloud management capabilities could be better. Its smart licensing process needs to be simplified as well.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using the solution for 23 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the solution's stability a ten out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I rate the solution's scalability a nine out of ten.
How are customer service and support?
The solution's technical support team is helpful and has a good response time.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We use FortiGate as well. It provides more efficient firewall functionality and is more inexpensive than Cisco.
How was the initial setup?
The solution's initial setup process is simple.
What about the implementation team?
We have some customers who implement the solution themselves. In some cases, we assist in its deployment.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution is costly for small businesses. I rate its pricing a five out of ten.
What other advice do I have?
I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner

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