We performed a comparison between Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center and Huawei 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."I have found the solution to be scalable."
"The solution has made configuration and setup very, very easy."
"The single pane of glass that helps us manage everything through FortiManager is the most important feature."
"Configurations between FortiGate and FortiSwitch have to link to each other. We need configuration. The configuration is not like a Cisco switch. It has a unique configuration."
"We are able to monitor everything that is happening on our network."
"The product's most valuable feature is its ability to manage switches from one central point."
"A valuable feature of FortiGate is its management integrity."
"SD-WAN and the security fabric are essential features of the product."
"The most valuable feature of Huawei Ethernet Switches is the power ethernet which allows you to generate hubs to 10 Gbps data on the ethernet cable."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
"The required functionalities align with telecom requirements and have improved from a capacity perspective."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
"I use it on a daily basis and I find it to be quite stable."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are functional. It has a good response to resolve issues."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are very stable."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are both scalable and stable."
"The solution could always benefit from more security. It's of critical importance to organizations right now."
"The UI of the firewall and reporting could be improved."
"Before using FortiSwitch, you need several certifications."
"The FortiSwitch product was initially quite complex."
"Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center needs to improve its UI and stability."
"Routing is an area in Fortinet FortiSwitch with certain shortcomings where improvements are needed."
"We need to understand a bit more about certifications and knowledge for understanding capabilities. The solution should make that more clear to its users."
"With IT products, there is always room for improvement."
"The solution should make the text report more accessible."
"The performance has been slow at times."
"Huawei Switch can make further advancements, as the current CLI lacks functionality. The majority of tasks are performed through the CLI, making it difficult for those without technical expertise to work with. They should enhance the CLI of the access switches to make them more user-friendly. The GUI of the Ethernet Switches should also be improved to allow non-technical users to perform technical tasks with ease. Additionally, the documentation of the solution could improve."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches have not automated its firmware."
"I would like the tool to improve its operational efficiency, speed, security features, and functionalities."
"The product should improve cloud capability."
"It could potentially be difficult to get parts depending on where you live."
"The company needs to provide more on hand training on the product."
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Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is ranked 16th in Ethernet Switches with 16 reviews while Huawei Ethernet Switches is ranked 13th in Ethernet Switches with 48 reviews. Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is rated 7.8, while Huawei Ethernet Switches is rated 7.6. The top reviewer of Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center writes "Stable product with efficient SD-WAN features". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Huawei Ethernet Switches writes "The solution is power efficient, stable, and provides free-of-cost batch upgrades". Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is most compared with Aruba Switches, Cisco Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches, Meraki MS Switches and HPE Ethernet Switches, whereas Huawei Ethernet Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, H3C Ethernet Switches, HPE Ethernet Switches and Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access. See our Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center vs. Huawei Ethernet Switches report.
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