Cisco Catalyst 3560X-48PF-S - switch - 48 ports - managed - rack-mountable
Mfg # WS-C3560X-48PF-S
CDW # 2089677
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The Cisco Catalyst 3560-X switch is an enterprise-class standalone switch. This switch provides security, energy efficiency, and ease of operation with innovative features. The Cisco Catalyst 3560-X enhances productivity by enabling applications such as IP telephony, wireless, and video for borderless network experience.
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Cisco Catalyst 3560X-48PF-S - switch - 48 ports - managed - rack-mountable is rated5.00 out of5 by2.
Rated 5 out of 5 byRalf Richter from DNA is a very good way to do the configuration of all the equipmentWhat is our primary use case?* Collecting Clients in the floors.* Concentrate distribution and to forward over routers to other parts.* Fiber and copper ports with enhanced power over Ethernet and stacks.* NM-modules with 10GHow has it helped my organization?* Good and stable operational experience with nearly no loss of hardware and very few software bugs.* Plug and play works now.* DNA is a very good way to do the configuration of all the equipment.What is most valuable?DNA Center is very interesting in automating the setup and monitoring as with each occurrence it gets easier to troubleshoot and provides an impression about what could be the problem.What needs improvement?Location of customers to connect clients to the servers and transport the data and VoIP in parallel with QoS and NBAR with 802.1X.For how long have I used the solution?More than five years.Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Date published: 2018-03-01T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 bySimon Chaba from Modules are hot swappable, as you have dual power supplies. If you need improvements, you'll need to upgrade the hardware.Valuable FeaturesSupport for various dynamic IP routing protocols and the ability to slot in additional modules while the switch is running.Improvements to My OrganizationModules are hot swappable, as you have dual power supplies, as well as support for various dynamic IP routing protocols.Room for ImprovementNothing that I can think of. If you want to improve, you have the choice to upgrade the hardware.Use of SolutionI've used it for four years.Deployment IssuesNo issues encountered.Stability IssuesIt's been very stable since deployment.Scalability IssuesIt's very scalable, as you just need to buy new modules, and slot them in as and when required.Customer Service and Technical SupportCustomer Service: Excellent customer service.Technical Support: I never had an issue yet with this product which required TAC intervention but from my previous experience Cisco TAC support is the best.Previous SolutionsWe previously used 3com switches, and we switched to Cisco in order to standardize our network hardware.Initial SetupIt's easy to deploy if you know what you are doing, and do proper planning. For me, it was pretty straightforward. I have years of experience on Cisco products.Implementation TeamIt was an in-house deployment.ROIIt's high.Pricing, Setup Cost and LicensingIt's worth the price you pay.Other Solutions ConsideredWe considered using Cisco 3700 series switches and stacking them.Other AdviceIt's best for access layer deployment.Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Date published: 2015-07-07T00:00:00-04:00