Datto Switches vs. RUCKUS Ethernet Switches

good value for PoE switching for simple devices like cameras and wireless access points. easy to deploy from remote and easy to toggle ports

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I love this switch for access and aggregate, especially due to the lack of needing reboots. [Other systems require this] reliable and stable platform.

• managed ports via the cloud
• easy to deploy and managed
• advance replacements on warrenty items

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• They are relatively easy to configure and to maintain.
• They have all of the high-end configuration capabilities as Cisco switches.
• The switches have excellent performance and reliability.

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• cleaner web gui

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• Licensing for the 10GB ports is a bit pricey, but that was 5 years ago, so things may have changed
• The CLI commands are slightly different than typical Cisco commands
• Their rack mounting was not the prettiest in the world

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lower end of the spectrum of managed switches but good deal for simple devices like wireless access points or cameras

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The switching holds up well against HP, Extreme, Juniper, et. al at the edge. Cost is also a huge factor, and played a part in the purchase. Not just for the switches themselves, but also optics can be purchased at a discount. Service delivery has been fantastic, and in 3 years I've not had to replace any of the brocade switches I've purchased.

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• if the client does not pay up, can disable the device and "soft brick" the device

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• Equipment just runs
• Sometimes past EOL/EOS
• Firmwares just work