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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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    HPE Ethernet Switches
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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
    7.3
    Number of Reviews
    103
    Ranking in other categories
    Ethernet Switches (9th)
     

    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."
    "The most valuable feature of Extreme VDX is that we have had no problems and the solution's performance is excellent."
    "Its simplicity and web interface were most valuable. I also liked the two-factor authentication."
    "The solution's interface is helpful, and you can see the traffic."
    "I value that there is a clear place to find a MAC table with HPE Ethernet Switches."
    "The solution is highly stable."
    "The switches are very important in our hospitals, which is a critical environment for our patients. They provide time-effective management and meet our needs."
    "The scalability is very good."
    "What I like the most is the management system integrated with the HP system."
    "HPE Ethernet Switches are scalable, and their software is also quite sturdy."
    "The most valuable features of this solution are the interface and configuration. It's very easy to use."
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    Cons

    "I would like the ability to stack with different switch brands."
    "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."
    "Its scalability can be better. If possible, it can have Hyper POE. I am not sure if there is a fiber version."
    "The technical support does not match up to the standard of Cisco."
    "This solution needs to support software-defined networking."
    "It is not very stable."
    "HPE Ethernet Switches must ensure that the updates and patching are done regularly. When we have new software updates, we can resolve issues quickly."
    "The quality of the service needs improvement."
    "We'd like better support for situations where we need troubleshooting."
    "The installation can be quite complex. However, that may not be the fault of HP and is rather more related to the way our infrastructure is arranged."
    "We would always be happier if the price were reduced."
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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 set up annually or every three years."
    "The licensing cost is yearly, and there aren't any additional costs on top of the standard fee."
    "The pricing is very good."
    "The cost is a bit high."
    "It would be great if certain features, like licensing, were included in the base price of the switches."
    "We need to pay when we buy the switch. We pay for a license to use the software, but it is not required."
    "The tool's pricing is very cheap."
    "We have to see only the security part when considering licenses because the licenses upgrade."
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    Top Industries

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    Computer Software Company
    10%
    Educational Organization
    9%
    Manufacturing Company
    7%
    Government
    7%
     

    Company Size

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    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?
    The price of HPE Ethernet Switches is reasonable and less than other OEM brands.
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    What needs improvement with HPE Ethernet Switches?
    The price should be reduced in comparison to Cisco, as sometimes we cannot use the HPE one at the core level, where generally public users are using Cisco. The price of HPE core switches and Cisco ...
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    Product Reports

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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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