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Extreme VDX [EOL] vs HPE Ethernet Switches comparison

Extreme Networks and Hewlett Packard Enterprise are both solutions in the Ethernet Switches category. Additionally, 100% of Extreme Networks users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 93% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users who would recommend it.
Extreme VDX [EOL]
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    100% willing to recommend
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    93% willing to recommend
     

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    Categories and Ranking

    Extreme VDX [EOL]
    Average Rating
    8.6
    Reviews Sentiment
    7.5
    Number of Reviews
    3
    Ranking in other categories
    No ranking in other categories
    HPE Ethernet Switches
    Average Rating
    8.2
    Reviews Sentiment
    6.6
    Number of Reviews
    104
    Ranking in other categories
    Ethernet Switches (10th)
     

    Featured Reviews

    Osama Ahmed LUBBAD - PeerSpot reviewer
    A stable, scalable, and problem-free solution
    Software needs to be updated regularly in order to maintain security and performance. However, in some cases, it is necessary to stack switches in order to meet the needs of the network. Although Cisco switches are able to stack, other switches are not as simple to stack. I would like the ability to stack with different switch brands.
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    Dinesh Upadhyay - PeerSpot reviewer
    Experience years of robust features and strong technical support
    It is a nice and robust tool where we use HPE Ethernet Switches. It is a lower switch, and we have received good warranty support with HPE switches. The security features of the HPE Ethernet Switches are good. The UI mode is available, and we can easily configure the access list and SNMP. All these configurations can be done here. Users can enable the Layer 3 features.
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    Quotes from Members

    We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
     

    Pros

    "The fabric of the solution and the management aspect are the solution's most valuable features."
    "Its simplicity and web interface were most valuable. I also liked the two-factor authentication."
    "The most valuable feature of Extreme VDX is that we have had no problems and the solution's performance is excellent."
    "The graphical userface is very good and quite easy to run with."
    "The most valuable features of this solution are the interface and configuration. It's very easy to use."
    "It's stable. We never have any issues."
    "The most valuable product is the unmanaged HP switch."
    "I like that HPE's management functions are GUI-based, so it doesn't rely on command lines."
    "I have found the most valuable feature is stability."
    "The solution performs well for its price."
    "The most valuable feature is the IRF."
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    Cons

    "The only problem is that at the moment it's an Extreme product and Extreme is not really pushing it. They have to make up for weak innovation and I'm not sure if they want to do that."
    "I would like the ability to stack with different switch brands."
    "Its scalability can be better. If possible, it can have Hyper POE. I am not sure if there is a fiber version."
    "In the next release, I would like to see them include more features like the Aruba solution, to have more possibilities concerning the software design."
    "HPE Ethernet Switches have room for improvement in the initial setup and integration process, especially when incorporating them into an existing infrastructure with competitor products."
    "We have had some rare occasions with glitches, so the stability can be improved."
    "We would always be happier if the price were reduced."
    "It is not very stable."
    "The security of the solution always has room for improvement."
    "The quality of the service needs improvement."
    ". There is room for improvement in pricing. One box shouldn't require additional installations. We need a package deal with licenses that are usable for different tasks. Right now, we need a license for every additional feature, which adds up."
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    Pricing and Cost Advice

    "It was around $1500 a year. It is cheaper than Cisco but more expensive than Ruckus."
    "The licensing cost is yearly, and there aren't any additional costs on top of the standard fee."
    "The licensing cost is set up annually or every three years."
    "We just bought new switches for $500 last year, and now, the same switch is $800. It's gone up in price in the last 12 months."
    "We need to pay when we buy the switch. We pay for a license to use the software, but it is not required."
    "The price could be more competitive."
    "We have to pay for a yearly license for HPE Ethernet Switches."
    "We have to see only the security part when considering licenses because the licenses upgrade."
    "The box itself is cheap, but when we have to install new features, it becomes very expensive."
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    Top Industries

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    Computer Software Company
    10%
    Manufacturing Company
    8%
    Educational Organization
    8%
    Financial Services Firm
    6%
     

    Company Size

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    Midsize Enterprise
    Small Business
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    Company SizeCount
    Small Business62
    Midsize Enterprise19
    Large Enterprise31
     

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    What do you like most about HPE Ethernet Switches?
    The solution is very stable and easy to use.
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    What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HPE Ethernet Switches?
    When compared to Cisco, Aruba is about 40% cheaper. However, Huawei would be even cheaper than Aruba. We can't compare HPE Ethernet Switches with Huawei directly because of different price ranges.
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    What needs improvement with HPE Ethernet Switches?
    HPE Ethernet Switches have room for improvement in the initial setup and integration process, especially when incorporating them into an existing infrastructure with competitor products. It's a cha...
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    Also Known As

    VDX, Brocade VDX
    HP Ethernet Switches
     

    Overview

    Brocade VDX Switches support Layer 2 and Layer 3 fabrics with open standards and extensive scalability to deliver high performance, capacity, and reliability for data center spine and leaf deployments. It includes the following products: Brocade VDX 6740 SWITCHES, Brocade VDX 6940 SWITCH and Brocade VDX 8770 SWITCH.
    Extreme Networks

    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.

    Hewlett Packard Enterprise
     

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