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Cisco Small Business 100 Series Wireless Access Points vs. D-Link Wireless Access Points

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    Cisco Small Business 100 Series Wireless Access Points

    Score8.8 out of 10
    N/ACisco Small Business 100 Series Wireless Access Points are designed to provide simple installation, intuitive web-based configuration, and an integrated setup wizard to make them easy to use. Models include the Cisco WAP 150, and the WAP 125. The WAP 131 and WAP 121 older models are end of sale.N/A

    D-Link Wireless Access Points

    Score4.7 out of 10
    N/AD-Link offers wireless access points. Designed for versatile deployment, their enterprise products supports indoor, outdoor, and wall-mounted installations to meet diverse coverage and environmental needs.

    $120.99

    one-time fee

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    Cisco Small Business 100 Series Wireless Access PointsD-Link Wireless Access Points
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    D-Link Wi-Fi 6 AX1800 Access Point (DAP-X2810)
    $120.99
    one-time fee
    D-Link Wi-Fi 6 AX3000 Outdoor Access Point for Business (DAP-X3060OU)
    $239.99
    one-time fee
    D-Link BE9500 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Smart Router (R95)
    $249.99
    one-time fee
    D-Link Nuclias Cloud-Managed AX3600 Access Point - (DBA-X2830P)
    $349.99
    one-time fee
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Cisco Small Business 100 Series Wireless Access PointsD-Link Wireless Access Points
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional DetailsAvailable through D-Link's shop or through third-party resellers.
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    Community Pulse
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    83%
    Would buy again
    5 Answers
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    Delivers good value for the price
    100%
    Delivers good value for the price
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    Happy with the feature set
    100%
    Happy with the feature set
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    100%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    Implementation went as expected
    100%
    Implementation went as expected
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    User Ratings
    Cisco Small Business 100 Series Wireless Access PointsD-Link Wireless Access Points
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.7
    (6 ratings)
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Cisco Small Business 100 Series Wireless Access PointsD-Link Wireless Access Points
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Cisco
    As an IT technician I was involved in the deployment and configuration of some access points. Work was easy to attach it to the ceiling and connect to the CAT6A network cable. The controller located in the main building transmits all settings remotely in less than 15 minutes to the access point and it is already operational. The WAP 150 has a compact style and looks great on the ceiling because the antennas are internal and radiate omnidirectionally to users. We created three networks, one 2.4Ghz, the second 5Ghz and the other exclusively for patients.
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    D-Link
    Best in small networks & appropriate in industrial areas. AP works fine in any temperature & location (in remote locations office or remote location). Open area wireless connectivity is good with good range. Simple VLAN management and management are good. Backup and restoration is very good. Small home offices using wireless network work awesome.
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    Pros
    Cisco
    • Compact access point with internal antennas and easy ceiling mounting.
    • They are reliable and fast access points that work on the 802.11ac wave protocol with speeds of up to 1.2gbps at 5ghz. But they also work at 2.4 GHz.
    • Allows you to create a cluster of up to 4 access points on site and thereby manage radio frequency, power, and other network resources.
    • Access points can be managed on management and monitoring platforms with Cisco FindIT Network Management.
    • Allows to be installation easily with ethernet network cable.
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    D-Link
    • Due to multiple switches in a single network environment, communication issues are common; therefore, productivity is effected. After installing D-Link Wireless, we resolved these kind of issues in our network.
    • One windows solution make management easy via D-Link Wireless.
    • Logs and troubleshooting is now easily handled. Pictorial form help in configuration and users management.
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    Cons
    Cisco
    • I see that this model does not have the ability to mitigate strong interference at 2.4 GHz.
    • It is a model that does not serve auditors.
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    D-Link
    • Hanging issues are common in large scale networks. Even wireless controller is hanged in peak hours.
    • Issues in VLAN configuration and port configurations.
    • Cost is high in front of other brands.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Cisco
    Overall, we have been very happy with the results.
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    D-Link
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    Alternatives Considered
    Cisco
    The products of the Cisco Small Business 100 Series Wireless Access Points family are an excellent option within the segment in which they compete. We provide many enterprise-level features with costs close to entry-level. It allows us to maintain centralized administration, scale easily, and not lose observability, and it maintains the quality and robustness that Cisco has accustomed us to.
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    D-Link
    We studied and selected D-Link due to usage in a limited area, and it is a very cost effective solution; therefore, D-Link Wireless AP and D-Link Wireless Controller [were] selected for our organization. We also [researched] Cisco, but Cisco was an expensive product and not appropriate in our required area or task; therefore, we selected D-Link.
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    Return on Investment
    Cisco
    • Increased productivity with the use of notebooks and tablets.
    • Mobility and allowed to work from home during the pandemic.
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    D-Link
    • Organizational needs are fulfilled [which] means return on investment.
    • Smooth connectivity increases productivity. Yes, we are satisfied in this area.
    • Management and troubleshooting are core features & very quick in production area.
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