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We performed a comparison between D-Link Ethernet Switches and HPE 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 D-Link Ethernet Switches vs. HPE Ethernet Switches Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"The initial setup of D-Link Ethernet Switches is very easy.""The product is simple to manage.""The solution is easy to use.""The initial setup is straightforward.""It's plug-and-play. There is no configuration necessary.""It is a stable solution.""D-Link has a graphical interface that is easy to use. It is simple enough that our junior technicians can configure the switches.""These switches are simple and easy to configure."

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"I like that HPE's management functions are GUI-based, so it doesn't rely on command lines.""The most valuable features of this solution are the interface and configuration. It's very easy to use.""The most valuable feature in HPE Ethernet Switches is programmability and analytics.""The solution can scale.""It is a stable product.""What I like the most is the management system integrated with the HP system.""The main features of the solution I have found to be the interface and unique features other solutions do not have. Additionally, they have a lifetime warranty on the hardware.""Stable and scalable."

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Cons
"The solution could be cheaper.""They could be more stable. They were not as resistant as Cisco. After some time, some of them failed. This could be because we import quite a lot of products from different horizons, so there is no guarantee of quality. In Africa, these products don't always directly come from the manufacturer. We get these products from the Middle East or Asia. Therefore, you cannot be sure that the quality is exactly similar to what you have in Europe or America.""The availability could be improved.""I would like an option to create different networks within the switch.""I'd like to see a central management system included as part of their license, not as a separate purchase. Currently, we have to manage switches independently. A central portal for managing all switches and providing visibility would be great.""The solution needs better local support.""It could be easier to scale on managed devices.""We have issues with the stability."

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"I would also like to see a more centralized private management console for the series of devices. Most solutions are adopting centralized cloud-based management, but my client base believes cloud solutions are too insecure. You've got a few dozen switches, so it would be nice to have the ability to manage them on a "single pane of glass."""The VLAN tagging could be improved,""This solution needs to support software-defined networking.""We'd like better support for situations where we need troubleshooting.""The solution would be easier to set up if its GUI could improve or if it had a wizard.""The security of the solution always has room for improvement.""When we have a lot of clients on the system, we lose signal and have to restart our antenna.""The solution could be more stable."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The D-Link Switches are cheaper than Cisco."
  • "These units vary in price from $200 to one thousand dollars. They're available for a one-time purchase."
  • "They were cheap. We were not paying for any license."
  • "The solution is budget-friendly"
  • "There is not a license required for this solution and it is priced well."
  • "The price of D-Link Ethernet Switches is in the 4,000 to 5,000 rupees or 65 to 100 USD range. The price of the solution is not expensive."
  • "This product is very affordable, especially compared to Cisco."
  • "It is an affordable solution."
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  • "There are free software updates and there is a lifetime warranty for a few of the switch series."
  • "Licensing fees are on a yearly basis."
  • "This is not an expensive solution."
  • "This is an expensive product."
  • "There are no licensing costs for this solution."
  • "The pricing is very good."
  • "The price is fair."
  • "They are affordable and less expensive than Cisco. Their price was the decider at the time."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:Hello Mesfin It depends on the real scenario, the cisco 2960 is a very good device and they usually have routing functions but there are many different models within the same 2960 line, and on the… more »
    Top Answer:There are many good points about this product. Number one, they are very stable, and easy to configure and manage.
    Top Answer:When it comes to pricing, D-Link is actually better compared to others in the same range within the marketplace.
    Top Answer:Switching to HPE Ethernet Switches greatly improved our network. We used to have both Cisco and HPE Ethernet Switches. Our network performance has increased by 300 percent.
    Top Answer:HPE Ethernet Switches is a fairly cheap solution. The solution does the job well for its price. You have to pay a lot more money for higher features, but then you are probably better off looking at… more »
    Top Answer:Sometimes, we encounter the need for new technologies, especially when we require higher bandwidth. If we can't find what we need with HPE Ethernet Switches, we explore options from other vendors like… more »
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    12th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
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    8,063
    Comparisons
    7,578
    Reviews
    13
    Average Words per Review
    360
    Rating
    7.7
    10th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    4,533
    Comparisons
    4,224
    Reviews
    25
    Average Words per Review
    376
    Rating
    8.3
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    HP Ethernet Switches
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    Overview
    Typically managed using a browser-based Graphical User Interface (GUI), D-Link Ethernet Switches are attractively priced and support an essential set of Layer 2/2+ switching functions including VLAN, Link Aggregation, QoS, Bandwidth Limiting, Access Control Lists, and more.

    HP has created the most open, integrated and software-defined networking portfolio and ecosystem of its kind – driving simplification with networks that understand, adapt to and protect your business applications in real-time. Only HP extends the momentum of software-defined networking everywhere–from the mobile edge to the heart of data centers.

    Sample Customers
    George Mason University, Somerville House, Hiperwall, New Brunswick School District 16, The Fulcrum Group, Bremond Independent School District, University of Texas Health Science Center, Grand Canyon Skywalk, SUN Area Career & Technology Center, Abington Senior High School
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    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    University14%
    Manufacturing Company14%
    Retailer14%
    Transportation Company14%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Educational Organization6%
    REVIEWERS
    Computer Software Company7%
    Government7%
    Comms Service Provider7%
    Financial Services Firm7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company20%
    Government8%
    Comms Service Provider6%
    Manufacturing Company6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business61%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise22%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business36%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise49%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business51%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise31%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business37%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise47%
    Buyer's Guide
    D-Link Ethernet Switches vs. HPE Ethernet Switches
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about D-Link Ethernet Switches vs. HPE Ethernet Switches and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    768,246 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    D-Link Ethernet Switches is ranked 12th in Ethernet Switches with 24 reviews while HPE Ethernet Switches is ranked 10th in Ethernet Switches with 94 reviews. D-Link Ethernet Switches is rated 7.8, while HPE Ethernet Switches is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of D-Link Ethernet Switches writes "Plug-and-play, zero maintenance, and reasonably priced". On the other hand, the top reviewer of HPE Ethernet Switches writes "They're solid and can last for up to 15 years". D-Link Ethernet Switches is most compared with NETGEAR Switches, Cisco Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, MikroTik Routers and Switches and Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access, whereas HPE Ethernet Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches, H3C Ethernet Switches, Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches and Huawei Ethernet Switches. See our D-Link Ethernet Switches vs. HPE Ethernet Switches report.

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