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We performed a comparison between 3Com H3C Switches and Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Ethernet Switches solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed 3Com H3C Switches vs. Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches Report (Updated: March 2024).
768,740 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"They're straightforward and stable.""The installation is quite straightforward.""The hardware side is a very big advantage. We use it 24/7 and we haven't had any problems so far with the switches.""The reliability of the solution has been the best feature.""They are easy to use, they are cheaper, and it's a trusted brand."

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"It has features that allow us to go back to previous configurations.""We have found the product to be scalable.""The Virtual Chassis, because you have a centralized administration of a set of switches which makes the operation more efficient.​""The solution has a high level of network functionality.""Juniper supports all our connectivity infrastructure in our datacenter, supporting optimal availability and performance for services.​""Juniper Ethernet Switches are high-end solutions.""You willuse almost every feature on every switch to some degree because the utility is valuable.""There is no end to the ability to scale Juniper."

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Cons
"I think there's nothing that needs to be improved because the company is no longer in existence.""The configuration of 3Com H3C Switches could be better.""The technical support services need improvement in terms of communication.""When we try to do configuration changes sometimes it malfunctions.""The cost and the integration with other solutions could be better."

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"All Juniper documentation is terrible.""The price is in the intermediate range. It is not overly expensive, but also not cheap. It could stand improvement.""Stability could be better, especially during a reboot. We have had some issues recently with the software getting corrupt on reboot, which causes a lot of downtime.""Juniper should improve the support services provided to users, as it is one of its areas with certain shortcomings.""I would like the ability to operate with other operating systems.""Their web GUI interface needs to be a lot better, especially when compared to HP. The command line is good, but you have to know how to get around it. The GUI is clunky and very slow.""The price could be a bit lower.""The difficulty of the installation of Juniper Ethernet Switches depends on the environment it is being implemented in. It is fairly straightforward in terms of being able to source the technical information as we need it. However, this process could improve."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The cost could be improved, but it is cheaper than the others."
  • "3Com H3C Switches have a competitive cost. I rate the pricing a nine out of ten."
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  • "Support prices and licensing scheme need to be improved to allow some features to be purchased at lower costs, for example, RPM​."
  • "We purchased the box for a one-time charge, and we are paying a yearly support fee of several hundred Euros."
  • "The maintenance cost is approximately €2,000 ($2,200 USD) per year, including support, for our entire fleet."
  • "This solution is cheaper than Cisco or HP switches."
  • "The Juniper switches are less expensive than competing brands."
  • "Juniper costs less than the competition. As a comparison, Cisco is 33% more."
  • "The pricing for the support is very high."
  • "It's was $100,000 per year."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The installation is quite straightforward.
    Top Answer:3Com H3C Switches have a competitive cost. I rate the pricing a nine out of ten.
    Top Answer:The technical support services need improvement in terms of communication.
    Top Answer:Our organization ran comparison tests to determine whether Cisco or Juniper Ethernet switches were the better fit for us. We decided to go with Juniper. Juniper ethernet switches are a lesser-known… more »
    Top Answer:If compared to Cisco, this is a well priced solution. Compared to HP, it is a little bit overpriced. Overall, they are priced in the middle compared to competitors.
    Top Answer:Juniper EX model is ok for the campus network as the ex4300 is EOL in a few years and the new ex4400 is the standard. Now for the QFX model, 5k/10k in CRB mode IP fabric Ethernet switching is horrible… more »
    Ranking
    23rd
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
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    2,037
    Comparisons
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    Reviews
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    Average Words per Review
    365
    Rating
    7.0
    8th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    9,313
    Comparisons
    7,114
    Reviews
    25
    Average Words per Review
    377
    Rating
    7.9
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    Juniper Ethernet Switches
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    Overview
    3Com Baseline switches provide cost-effective layer 2 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ethernet switching for LANs that do not need management capabilities. Simple to install and economical to own, they feature wirespeed performance on fixed-configuration, rack-mountable platforms.

    Juniper Ethernet Switches are made up of the EX Series product line. These EX Series Ethernet Switches provide branch, campus and data center networks with access, aggregation and core layer switching solutions. The end result is secure, fast and efficient application and data delivery.

    Today's enterprise networks increasingly demand mobile access, optimal availability, virtualization, and unified communications. The Juniper Ethernet Switches EX Series caters for all of these requirements, ensuring business continuity, network flexibility and maximum productivity.

    Juniper EX Series switches are AI-driven, operated and managed using the Mist AI cloud from Juniper. This gives EX customers simplified operations with insights, anomaly detection and automated troubleshooting, empowering IT teams to deliver the best user experience across the wired network.

    Sample Customers
    British Columbia Assessment Authority, DreamWorks, DRV
    BlackLotus, Staminus, Community Bank, BAS Group, Cloud Dynamics, Privalia, Fluidata, and Tesla Motors.
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company12%
    Comms Service Provider9%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    University8%
    REVIEWERS
    Comms Service Provider32%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Government11%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company16%
    Government8%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business50%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise38%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business25%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise59%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business47%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise31%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise53%
    Buyer's Guide
    3Com H3C Switches vs. Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about 3Com H3C Switches vs. Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    768,740 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    3Com H3C Switches is ranked 23rd in Ethernet Switches with 6 reviews while Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches is ranked 8th in Ethernet Switches with 64 reviews. 3Com H3C Switches is rated 8.0, while Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of 3Com H3C Switches writes "Reliable platform with a straightforward installation process ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches writes "Provides campus switches and access switches that are simple to deploy, but the code isn't stable enough for a leaf and spine design". 3Com H3C Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, HPE Ethernet Switches, D-Link Ethernet Switches and MikroTik Routers and Switches, whereas Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, Arista Networks Platform, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches and HPE Ethernet Switches. See our 3Com H3C Switches vs. Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches report.

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