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    Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms

    Score9.5 out of 10
    N/ACisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms deliver secure, high-performance SD-WAN built for hybrid work, multicloud access, and 5G-ready networks. Powered by Cisco IOS XE, these devices combine flexible routing, SASE integration, and cloud-native agility to support AI-driven networking and edge computing needs.N/A
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    For its function and resource requirements, it’s at the top of the list
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    We went with the 8000 series for its reliability, price point and predictable behavior.
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    Lightyears faster
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    Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms is much more configurable and powerful, with more options available and can be deployed in more instances.
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    More versatile
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    In my case I haven't evaluated any similar products as this is our sole Routing solution
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    Compared to the Cisco 2000 Series Connected GRID Routers, CGR2010, the Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms is more powerful in processing, and it has the capability to do the segment routing. It is easier to install physically and occupies less space in the rack, consumes less …
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    Used to conect VPN with mai site
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    Chose Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms
    It's a great cheaper alternative with high throughput and connectivity options.
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    I have no looked at other platforms, this was to replace several cisco devices and it was decided to go with the same company.
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    N/A. I chose Cisco only
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    well suited for our education purpose
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    Cisco has a lower price for value against the other two vendors, because they delivers more interfaces for less money and don't need subscriptions for licensing the routing features
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    8K is the prospective successor of ASR1k (fixed) and ISR 4K
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    still under evaluation
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    Newest with support
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    Looking for edge device not only a router
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    There isn't any other product which supports SDWAN other than legacy ISR4K.
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    More Features provided and better hardware.
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    The Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms are lacking the versatility of the previous ISR4k series in terms of connectivity and expansion slots, mainly on the lower tier versions (8200 vs 4321 and 4331). We had no problems with the traditional ISR 400 series and we applied them to …
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    Chose Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms
    I have to design, some things I have to use ISR4000 depending on throughput, also ISR1100, Routers RV small business, and ASR1000. If you need to use a device to SDWAN or cloud, you have to use 8000 because ASR1000 has many throughputs of data, but for security, and …
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    Chose Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms
    This evolves out of ASR1k platforms which lacked features like cloud integration and port density, Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms seem to be packed with features particularly geared towards SDWAN and intent-based networking which is the need of the day on edge platforms. This …
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    Would buy again
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    Delivers good value for the price
    89%
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    Happy with the feature set
    97%
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    96%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    Implementation went as expected
    97%
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    Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.8
    (23 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    7.8
    (2 ratings)
    Usability
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Support Rating
    7.7
    (2 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Cisco
    With the flexibility of sizing options, the Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms has worked to deliver solutions for our various needs. Smaller systems offer strong connectivity for office developments. Mid-range options have served our larger campuses well. Our data center deployments of the larger systems have provided up to 100G connectivity and advanced routing solutions. The Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms continues to meet our needs and exceed our expectations.
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    Pros
    Cisco
    • More resources for tunneling
    • Ability to use sdwan softwre
    • More memory for tcam tables
    • Ability to utilize T1 lines for PRI
    • Ability to act as a SBC for VoIP communication
    • Rfid usage
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    Cons
    Cisco
    • Adding more NIM slots on motherboard
    • Adding PVDM slot for use cases where the router is used only for trans coding
    • Adding more granular tiers for DNA licensing. For example it is a big gap between 2000Mbps (400 Mbps agg) and 1Gbps (2 Gbps Agg)
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Cisco
    Because I have had no issues with this product line and have grown go really trust in it. One of the besr thing is that this has had less vulnerabilities that the past cisco router that I have dealt with. In my line of work needing to upgrade code is always something that needs to be done after hours and most likely on weekends.
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    Usability
    Cisco
    Either you deploy those routers as a standalone, or as part of the SD-WAN fabric, the amount of features and settings you can configure on them, is well beyond any other vendor or product on the market. While this may bring some configuration complexity, availability of support for variaty of different protocols and features allows you to solve almost any network challenge you may face
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    Support Rating
    Cisco
    I have always had great response time and have never been let down by cisco support. I have had issues where the person who was assisting me was not able to provide a resolution but by utilizing his team members they where able to come together to provide a answer and resplve the situation.
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    the licensing is messy
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    Alternatives Considered
    Cisco
    Compared to the Cisco 2000 Series Connected GRID Routers, CGR2010, the Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms is more powerful in processing, and it has the capability to do the segment routing. It is easier to install physically and occupies less space in the rack, consumes less power, and saves more for the company.
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    Return on Investment
    Cisco
    • Improving the performance and the availability, it has increased the SLA we can ensure to the customers and so the sales has increased
    • The initial expense is really high so the breakeven point is not so near
    • The opex for licensing is high too
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