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We performed a comparison between Brocade Ethernet Switches and Nokia Ethernet Service Switch 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 Brocade Ethernet Switches vs. Nokia Ethernet Service Switch Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"The initial setup was really straightforward and easy.""The reliability of Brocade is the most valuable feature. The solution has been up and running for over ten years without any fail, fixes required, or breakdowns. It is a very strong piece of equipment.""I have not had any issues with our Brocade switches.""It has good integration with HPE Primera. They have smart zoning in which the administration is very easy. You don't have to do anything. Zoning and other things are done automatically if you just enable the smart zoning. That's one very good thing in HP.""The technical support is good.""The switches last for a very long time.""There's a zone for each server and services in the storage.""The most valuable feature of Brocade Ethernet Switches is the good range of access it provides."

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"The performance and reliability are the solution's most valuable features.""The highest value lies in aggregating the data to improve both traffic management and device utilization, emphasizing the importance of engagement and liability.""The most valuable feature is the product's availability.""The most valuable features are user functionality and interoperability.""On several occasions we encountered major issues with the solution and have found the Nokia technical support to be quite supportive."

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Cons
"Brocade Ethernet Switches could improve by having better compatibility with web management of older versions.""Brocade Ethernet Switches need a better interface and centralized management.""It should be simpler. There are still some things that can be simpler in the Brocade switches.""These switches are no longer supported.""No graphical interface.""The solution could be more secure.""There are some performance issues."

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"I would like to see more collaboration with advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) vendors, such as Itron.""The segment routing could be improved, and they could also transfer a lot of legacy to the cloud domain.""I would prefer that all the licenses be open for our use.""I would suggest improvements regarding enhancing support response times and implementing user interface modifications for quicker and more user-friendly interactions.""The solution needs more monitoring tools."

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  • "The price of Brocade Ethernet Switches is expensive."
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  • "The price of the solution is very competitive in comparison with that of the competition."
  • "It is quite expensive compared to alternative technologies."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature of Brocade Ethernet Switches is the good range of access it provides.
    Top Answer:Brocade Ethernet Switches could improve by having better compatibility with web management of older versions.
    Top Answer:Our organization has almost all of the financial institutions in Puerto Rico connected simultaneously to our system. We have a firewall first, and then the Brocade system. All of our switches are… more »
    Top Answer:The highest value lies in aggregating the data to improve both traffic management and device utilization, emphasizing the importance of engagement and liability.
    Top Answer:I would suggest improvements regarding enhancing support response times and implementing user interface modifications for quicker and more user-friendly interactions.
    Top Answer:We are using it for various sections of security. To enhance its power capacity for handling traffic and maximize its switching utilization, we incorporate certain external channels.
    Ranking
    19th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
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    2,626
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    3
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    434
    Rating
    8.7
    22nd
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    1,456
    Comparisons
    806
    Reviews
    2
    Average Words per Review
    502
    Rating
    8.0
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    Also Known As
    Nokia ESS, Nokia 7450 Ethernet Service Switch, Nokia 7450 ESS
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    Overview
    From the world's first Ethernet fabric technology, to an open controller that eliminates vendor lock-in, to a switch stack that you can distribute throughout your campus, Brocade Ethernet Switches give you choices. Whether that means functionality, vendors, or even locations beyond the wiring closet, every option is secure, economical, and easily manageable.

    The Nokia 7450 Ethernet Service Switch (ESS) family of Carrier Ethernet switch routers is designed to deliver advanced Carrier Ethernet services. It also provides the ideal platform for the metro Ethernet aggregation of fixed and mobile networks.

    Sample Customers
    Ajubeo, Akquinet AG, Big Data Analytics Provider Boligkontoret Danmark Bristol is Open, CDE Lightband, Cicero School District 99, City and County of San Francisco, Department of Emergency, City of Chattanooga, Cloudscale.sh
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    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Government9%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company27%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    Government9%
    Comms Service Provider7%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise30%
    Large Enterprise40%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business31%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise55%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business33%
    Midsize Enterprise12%
    Large Enterprise55%
    Buyer's Guide
    Brocade Ethernet Switches vs. Nokia Ethernet Service Switch
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Brocade Ethernet Switches vs. Nokia Ethernet Service Switch and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    769,065 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Brocade Ethernet Switches is ranked 19th in Ethernet Switches with 10 reviews while Nokia Ethernet Service Switch is ranked 22nd in Ethernet Switches with 5 reviews. Brocade Ethernet Switches is rated 8.2, while Nokia Ethernet Service Switch is rated 7.6. The top reviewer of Brocade Ethernet Switches writes "This solution has been up and running for over ten years without any fail". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Nokia Ethernet Service Switch writes "A stable solution which is competitively priced and offers good support". Brocade Ethernet Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, Arista Networks Platform and Mellanox Switches, whereas Nokia Ethernet Service Switch is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Arista Networks Platform, Huawei Ethernet Switches, Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch Ethernet Switches and Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches. See our Brocade Ethernet Switches vs. Nokia Ethernet Service Switch report.

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