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We performed a comparison between Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches and Aruba Instant On Switches based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two LAN Switching solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches vs. Aruba Instant On Switches Report (Updated: May 2024).
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Pros
"I rate the technical support an eight or a nine out of ten. So far, they've been very professional and helpful, especially when we need to raise a case for any issue.""These OmniSwitches are very manageable and easy to configure.""One of the main advantages of the solution is that the configuration is straightforward, offering various configuration options through CLI or web interfaces. I'm satisfied with the customer service and support. The solution is good and people should know about it.""OmniSwitch LAN Switches' performance is very good.""With Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches everything comes from one vendor. It operates very smoothly.""The most valuable feature is the ease of configuration."

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"Setup is easy.""It is a very stable solution.""We use Aruba Instant On Switches for general communication, sending files, and going to the internet.""The best thing about Aruba Instant On Switches is their cost.""The online monitoring tool and the configuration of the application with the tool are valuable features.""The dashboard for clients is very nice.""The initial setup is simple.""The solution is suitable for small businesses and small offices."

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Cons
"I would like to see better third-party integration with third-party systems.""n general, the way the product is put together is not well done.""A customer expressed dissatisfaction with the color of the switches, preferring black over the current color, which is close to white. While the color is not a personal concern, my earlier preference was for all products to be extendable in one large stack since some equipment limits stacking to four elements instead of eight.""There is no OEM support in India so RMAs need to be sent to France, which takes a long time if the hardware is faulty.""There are some issues with the network firmware being deleted from the switches."

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"We are interested in acquiring a firewall that provides a comprehensive solution. In other words, we're seeking a firewall that encompasses multiple aspects, such as exceptional switches and active phone functionalities.""The solution’s GUI should be improved a bit.""It is not a very scalable solution.""It could have an MSP portal version.""The product's startup speed is very bad, as it is very slow.""They should extend the marketing and talk about Aruba's success stories throughout the region.""Instant On Switches' layer 3 and visibility could be improved.""Its scalability needs improvement."

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  • "The price is okay. It's comparable to similar switches."
  • "The license is purchased one time only, it is a perpetual license with no renewal."
  • "OmniSwitch LAN Switches are cheaper than Cisco's switches."
  • "The solution’s price is at a moderate level."
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  • "Pricing is competitive, and there are no supplementary fees."
  • "The license for Instant On Switches is free."
  • "I give the price seven out of ten."
  • "It is an expensive solution."
  • "We pay an annual licensing fee."
  • "The pricing is cheap."
  • "Aruba Instant On Switches is not expensive."
  • "Aruba Instant On Switches is cheaper than Cisco and expensive compared to some Chinese brand products."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:One of the main advantages of the solution is that the configuration is straightforward, offering various configuration options through CLI or web interfaces I'm satisfied with the customer service… more »
    Top Answer:A customer expressed dissatisfaction with the color of the switches, preferring black over the current color, which is close to white. While the color is not a personal concern, my earlier preference… more »
    Top Answer:The solution has a simple deployment and zero border.
    Top Answer:The solution neither offers advanced features nor security. It could have an MSP portal version.
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    10th
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    Rating
    8.0
    4th
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    Average Words per Review
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    Rating
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    Also Known As
    Alcatel Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches, OmniSwitch, OmniSwitch LAN Switches
    Aruba Instant On 1930 Switches
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    Overview
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    The Aruba Instant On 1930 switches features advanced, smart-managed, fixed configuration Gigabit switches designed for small businesses that are easy-to-deploy and affordable. They’re made to handle today’s bandwidth-heavy applications like voice and video conferencing, enabling consistent connectivity to enhance performance. Using either the Instant On mobile app or the cloud-based web portal, you can quickly set up, monitor and manage the 1930 switch series from anywhere at any time. What’s more, up to 30 W PoE power delivery is available out-of-the-box for your class 4 PoE devices, like access points, surveillance cameras and VoIP phones, all easily managed from the same platform.

    Sample Customers
    Advocate Health Care, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Azienda Ospedaliera della Provincia di Lodi, Centre Hospitalier Carcassonne, Certis Cisco Security, China Tianchen Engineering Corporation Co. LTD, City of Frankfurt, Dongseo University
    KEMET, Vestavia Hills City Schools, Dropbox
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Government24%
    Computer Software Company15%
    Comms Service Provider13%
    Real Estate/Law Firm10%
    REVIEWERS
    Manufacturing Company30%
    University20%
    Construction Company10%
    Outsourcing Company10%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Educational Organization9%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Construction Company8%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business43%
    Midsize Enterprise29%
    Large Enterprise29%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business32%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise47%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business55%
    Midsize Enterprise27%
    Large Enterprise18%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business42%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise41%
    Buyer's Guide
    Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches vs. Aruba Instant On Switches
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches vs. Aruba Instant On Switches and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches is ranked 10th in LAN Switching with 6 reviews while Aruba Instant On Switches is ranked 4th in LAN Switching with 21 reviews. Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches is rated 8.6, while Aruba Instant On Switches is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches writes "With a good technical support in place, there needs to be an improvement in the way the tool is put together". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Aruba Instant On Switches writes "A very stable tool that needs to offer better startup speed". Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches is most compared with Cisco Catalyst Switches, Cisco Nexus and HPE ProCurve, whereas Aruba Instant On Switches is most compared with HPE ProCurve, Cisco Catalyst Switches, NETGEAR Switches and Cisco Nexus. See our Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches vs. Aruba Instant On Switches report.

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