Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches vs Dell PowerConnect Switches [EOL] comparison

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Review summaries and opinions

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Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch L...

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

4.5

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Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

8.2

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Featured Reviews

reviewer2048676

App. Manager at a political organization with 501-1,000 employees

Reliable network access has improved daily connectivity and simplified graphical management

The specific network design is done by another company, and we just manage the access switches, in fact, the local access switches on the LAN. I don't think there is much prioritization in our network for the moment. I don't think that the users see much about it; it's transparent for users. Whether there is a Cisco switch or an Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switch, the user doesn't care. We are not expert users, but we are users for maintaining and keeping the situation alive, not experts of network switch programming. I'm not an expert of the switches to say what's missing. For smaller sites with 10 persons or so, it's sometimes not so easy to choose Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches.

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LarsEvans

Chief Technology Officer / Chief Information Security Officer at Lorton Data, Inc.

Reliable and useful for network segmentation

The solution's most valuable feature stands up well. The tool is reliable, and it stands up well. The solution works fine and lasts a long time. I think if you speak about the features that have a flow and you can measure, it is hard to say. I don't spend a lot of my time with the tool, but I know that Dell APEX is the solution's cloud. I would say the VLAN features are important. The VLAN features are really useful because network segmentation is important. I would say the tool is easy to program. I don't know if the tool has any security features that I am aware of other than the fact that the solution is for networking. The VLAN and the ability to segment your networks are easy, which is its security feature.

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Pros

"I rate the technical support an eight or a nine out of ten. So far, they've been very professional and helpful, especially when we need to raise a case for any issue."

"These OmniSwitches are very manageable and easy to configure."

"We have been selling for eight or ten years, and the customer is satisfied, and the entire Qatar army project is powered by the Alcatel-Lucent network."

"OmniSwitch LAN Switches' performance is very good."

"With Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches everything comes from one vendor. It operates very smoothly."

"The most valuable feature is the ease of configuration."

"Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches provide stable work with no issues, with less downtime and fewer maintenance windows."

"One of the main advantages of the solution is that the configuration is straightforward, offering various configuration options through CLI or web interfaces. I'm satisfied with the customer service and support. The solution is good and people should know about it."

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"It's much less expensive than Cisco, and yet it has the same functionalities."

"If you buy Dell PowerConnect Switches as a bundle with computers and the rest of the infrastructure, it's a good setup and you'll get value from your investment or ROI from the product."

"The solution’s technical support is good."

"Dell PowerConnect switches are cheaper than Cisco switches, and because they are modular I do not need to invest 100% upfront as I can start with 25 gigs today, move to 100 gigs after a few months, and then go to 200 gigs later."

"We have these switches installed in an environment with hardware from many other vendors, and so far, so good."

"Dell offers very good support."

"Dell seems to accommodate everyone when it comes to managing these switches."

"If you need some advanced features and reliable core networking components at an affordable price, these switches are for you."

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Cons

"n general, the way the product is put together is not well done."

"For smaller sites with 10 persons or so, it's sometimes not so easy to choose Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches."

"I would like to see better third-party integration with third-party systems."

"There are some issues with the network firmware being deleted from the switches."

"There is no OEM support in India so RMAs need to be sent to France, which takes a long time if the hardware is faulty."

"A customer expressed dissatisfaction with the color of the switches, preferring black over the current color, which is close to white. While the color is not a personal concern, my earlier preference was for all products to be extendable in one large stack since some equipment limits stacking to four elements instead of eight."

"The network features are not good."

"The one issue you face in the industry there is always some planned obsolescence in these switches."

"I think accessibility and management could be improved."

"I would rate it a seven out of ten. Not a ten because I have to do a lot of testing on it."

"I can't think of what we would want in the next release."

"The solution could provide more integration to focus on targeting the network as a whole rather than a unified environment. It is meant for a built environment, so integration with other third-party vendors will likely be necessary."

"However, we are now having a problem where it does not integrate well with SDN."

"A big issue with this product is that when our customer migrated the data center, one cluster blocked the whole network and because we had a new approach, some commands were not compatible with the new version."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The license is purchased one time only, it is a perpetual license with no renewal."

"The solution’s price is at a moderate level."

"The price is okay. It's comparable to similar switches."

"OmniSwitch LAN Switches are cheaper than Cisco's switches."

"This solution is much cheaper than comparable products by Cisco."

"Dell PowerConnect switches are cheaper than Cisco switches. Cisco's higher capacity switches (100 or 200 gigs) are super-expensive. With the higher capacity, the price of the switches and the price of the architecture go high. Dell is cheaper and modular. So, I don't need to invest 100% upfront. I can invest as I progress. That is an option because the chassis will not be populated with all the pluggables. I have a choice because it is modular. I can go for 25 gigs today, and after four months, I can go for 100 gigs, and after that, I can go for 200 gigs. I have a choice when it is not a fixed switch."

"PowerConnect Switches are priced well."

"The product has a low price for the features it provides."

"Its price is okay. Sometimes, it is lower than a Cisco solution."

"If you want to purchase a new Dell PowerConnect Switch, you will pay up to $1,600, but I bought them used. I bought the four Dell PowerConnect Switches that I used for $1,000."

"The initial cost was high but since they have lasted for over ten or twenty years they are worth it."

"If one is the cheapest price and ten is the most expensive, I rate the product price as an eight or nine. The tool is not cheap."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

18%

Outsourcing Company

14%

Comms Service Provider

12%

Computer Software Company

12%

Construction Company

25%

Outsourcing Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	2

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Small Business	21
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	6

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Also Known As

Alcatel Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches, OmniSwitch, OmniSwitch LAN Switches

PowerConnect Switches

Overview

Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches offer a single interface for effortless configuration, appealing to users familiar with Cisco or HP, and enabling seamless integration within hospitality.

These switches streamline network management through a user-friendly interface, simplifying operations for hospitality and military applications. Supporting stacking up to eight switches, they enhance scalability and feature robust security. The appealing design of Alcatel APs and simplified management reduce downtime and maintenance efforts, while ensuring high performance in networking environments. Despite room for improvement in third-party integration and regional support, they provide comprehensive IT solutions.

What are the most important features?

Streamlined Configuration: Offers a single interface accessible through CLI or web.
Stacking Capability: Supports stacking of up to eight switches for enhanced scalability.
Security Features: Includes robust security features for network protection.
User-Friendly Design: Features an appealing design and simpler management interface.
Seamless Integration: Provides integration for hospitality and comprehensive IT solutions from one vendor.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Scalability: Easily scale network operations with stacking support.
Reduced Downtime: Simplified management reduces downtime and maintenance needs.
Security: Robust security features ensure network protection.
Comprehensive Solutions: Integration provides a one-vendor solution for hospitality industries.
Design Efficiency: Appealing design enhances aesthetic and functional aspects.

Organizations in the hospitality and military sectors commonly employ Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches for network connectivity, access, and security. These switches are typically implemented by solution providers for layer 2 switching in environments for approximately 30 users, with maintenance managed by a few staff. They are essential in networking environments, ensuring seamless operations and high customer satisfaction.

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise

PowerConnect Switches family offers a set of flexible, manageable and comprehensive switch solutions supporting up to 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) and optimized Internet iSCSI (iSCSI) performance with Dell Storage solutions, ideal for enterprise and campus LAN environments alike.

Dell Technologies

Sample Customers

Advocate Health Care, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Azienda Ospedaliera della Provincia di Lodi, Centre Hospitalier Carcassonne, Certis Cisco Security, China Tianchen Engineering Corporation Co. LTD, City of Frankfurt, Dongseo University

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