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Cisco Catalyst IE3100 Rugged Series Switches vs. D-Link Ethernet Switches

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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Cisco Catalyst IE3100 Rugged Series Switches

    Score7.7 out of 10
    N/AA solution to extend fast, secure, and fully managed connectivity to devices in harsh operating conditions and space-constrained environments.N/A

    D-Link Ethernet Switches

    Score10 out of 10
    N/AD-Link offers Ethernet switches.N/A
    Pricing
    Cisco Catalyst IE3100 Rugged Series SwitchesD-Link Ethernet Switches
    Editions & Modules
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    Pricing Offerings
    Cisco Catalyst IE3100 Rugged Series SwitchesD-Link Ethernet Switches
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional Details—Prices vary between $19.99 and $129.99 depending on switch category, series type, and other factors.
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    Enterprises
    Cisco Ethernet Switches
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    Score9.1 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    Cisco Catalyst IE3100 Rugged Series SwitchesD-Link Ethernet Switches
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.2
    (3 ratings)
    8.3
    (6 ratings)
    Usability
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    8.6
    (4 ratings)
    Support Rating
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    7.6
    (4 ratings)
    Configurability
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Cisco Catalyst IE3100 Rugged Series SwitchesD-Link Ethernet Switches
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Cisco
    The Cisco Catalyst IE3100 Rugged Series Switches are well suited for harsh environments where the environment is really cold or really hot. These switches have been running for years with no issues even with degrees above 100 degrees and temperatures below 0 degrees. Outside environments are also well suited for the Cisco Catalyst IE3100 Rugged Series Switches.
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    D-Link
    The focus of the equipment is SoHo, that is, small businesses or companies and even domestic use. It meets these scenarios very well. Using for large scale, they can present difficulties to maintain throughput, that is, its use in large networks can be difficult to maintain.
    Another issue to be taken into account is technical assistance, they are not as agile as the competition.
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    Pros
    Cisco
    • Copper Ethernet device aggregation
    • Footprint is small
    • Upgrade firmware is easier than IE-2000
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    D-Link
    • Easy to use GUI
    • Inexpensive
    • Available in a different number of ports.
    • Support for copper as well as fiber ports.
    • Available in gigabit ethernet and above speeds as well.
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    Cons
    Cisco
    • Could be cheaper in POE version
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    D-Link
    • Updates frequently
    • End of life cycle and end of support cycle.
    • As D-Link frequently changes its products and customer have to switch very often.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Cisco
    The new IE-3100/Stratix 5200 WEBUI platform and the new IOX-XE firmware platform is a great improvement on the switch performance in the field.
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    D-Link
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    Usability
    Cisco
    Fits our needs
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    D-Link
    D-Link Ethernet Switches are working fine and fulfill all of our organization's needs cost-wise and efficiency-wise. The rating that I gave would vary based on performance and durability. We used an open environment without an IP-rated network rack, but its working fine and we handle all weather issues carefully and manage the network smoothly. Takeaways: cost effective, handles complex networks, and very good performance.
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    Support Rating
    Cisco
    Albert Mitchell's team is great!!
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    D-Link
    I have given it 9 out of 10 just because of its low cost and additional features that have been an integral part of any product, otherwise, the load management part was far more inferior as compared to the Cisco switches, as those switches have a spanning tree protocol built-in.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Cisco
    These switches are suitable for small but weather intensive situations. Compared to the Cisco 9000 series these do perfect if you do not need a big amount of ports. We used the 9000 series in certain substations, but they are overkill. I have also seen a better performance compared to the 9000 series with the weather.
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    D-Link
    They stack up great. In performance, Price, Physical style. I have been around many networks with a business that has spent three times as much on a network solution and Dlink matches up toe to toe. Has of now they are moving over to Cisco language. So this will improve the availability of engineers and support.
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    Return on Investment
    Cisco
    • They last years
    • End of life is really short lived
    • Really reliable
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    D-Link
    • Reduction of oscillations in the network caused by repeater equipment (which was replaced by D-links).
    • Low cost of implementation and acquisition, making it possible to acquire a sufficient quantity to meet the entire park and demand.
    • Due to its low price, we have no losses with maintenance, and can simply purchase other equipment for replacement.
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