Cisco Questions

Network Engineer at a government with 201-500 employees

Can Cisco Meraki and Cisco Wireless work in the same environment?

I work as a Network Engineer for the government. We are researching Cisco Meraki and Cisco Wireless. Can they work together or are they independent from one another? Thanks! I appreciate the help.

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Aamir HussainBased on IEEE standard, different technology can work together. For instance… more »

it_user1273860The two solutions are different from each other. Very briefly, you cannot have… more »

Ramachandra Murthy TMeraki wireless is a cloud based solution and CISCO is hardware based solution… more »

M Mari

Head of the Migration Research Division at International Organization for Migration (IOM)

Which product do you recommend and why: Palo Alto Networks VM-Series vs Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Virtual (FTDv)?

Hello, In my organization (10K+ employees) we have had Cisco products for decades and currently, we're exploring whether Palo Alto Networks VM-Series is a good alternative (vs Cisco FTDv) that can leverage our security posture.  Dear community mem...

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Mike Bulykhello. Capability is on par between the two vendors. Your best bet is to think… more »

Nirmal Unagar

Cyber Security Intern at ECS BIZTECH PRIVATE LIMITED

Which is the better NGFW: Fortinet Fortigate or Cisco Firepower?

I'm researching Firewalls. Which NGFW do you recommend between Fortinet Fortigate and Cisco Firepower NGFW?

Thanks!

David StoreyMore than the products themselves and their capabilities, you must consider the… more »

Hassan Shozeb

SOAR Engineer at Rewterz

Is it necessary to stack power cables while stacking switches in Cisco Catalyst 9300 into HA mode?

Hi community,

Is it necessary to stack power cables while stacking switches in Cisco Catalyst 9300 into the HA mode (I am stacking using StackWise-480)?

Ender KefogluIf you are asking if it is mandatory, no it is not. If you are asking if it is… more »

Stephen HopeYou can do it, but you don't have to. We have noticed that the power stacking… more »

Greg PlanteThe simple answer is "no". It is not required but, for improved resilience due… more »

Erik Flores

SOC Manager at CORE ONE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SA DE CV

How do I convince a client that the most expensive firewall is not necessarily the best?

Hi community, What can I do to show a client that buying the most important doesn't mean that it's the best option? For example, how do I demonstrate this with Fortinet FortiGate vs Cisco ASA Firewall?

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supervis809292If you have a client that knows what a Fortigate and an ASA are you have a good… more »

Jon BoothCisco makes great gear, but I hate Smartnet costs as a budget manager. Cisco is… more »

John Johny Restrepo HernándezAlthough it may seem simple to say, quality is price-related, but an expensive… more »

Hassan Shozeb

SOAR Engineer at Rewterz

Cisco Catalyst Switch 3560 is not working - looking for advice

Hi community, I am using Cisco Catalyst 3560G which was not in use for a while.  When I start the switch, firstly it hangs during boot then I reset it multiple times and then the page (see below) appears on the console but I'm not able to run any command. Secondly, all ports ...

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Matthew FrickIt appears that you are in RONMON mode for that switch, which limits… more »

Greg PlanteIn order to recover from rommon you will need to re-install an OS on the switch… more »

SP6

Works at rak

How would you compare Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine) vs Forescout Platform?

Hi,

I have been researching these two products: Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine) vs Forescout Platform, Please advise which one would you choose and why?

Thanks.

Fedayi Uzun

Cyber Security Analyst at CyberNow Labs

What are the main differences between Palo Alto and Cisco firewalls ?

I'm researching firewall options. What are the differences between Palo Alto and Cisco Firewalls solutions in terms of advantages, disadvantages, usage and practices?

reviewer1461459There are some major differentiators that make Palo Alto more preferable. First… more »

Philippe PanardieWell they are two leaders, one from US, another from Israel Checkpoint is the… more »

Kirtikumar PatelPalo Alto has more visibilities and control instead of Cisco Firewall.

Shyam N

Works at Aditya Birla Management Corpoartion

Which Cisco firewall model is the latest: ASA or NGFW?

I'm looking at firewalls. Which of these firewall solutions is the latest:

Cisco Firepower 1010 NGFW Appliance, Desktop

Cisco ASA 5506?

Valentino M VassiliadesCisco Firepower NGFW

Victor MejiaCisco Firepower Family and it is a NGFW since ASA is just a FW.

Cesar BeutCisco Firepower is NGFW, and ASA is the older Cisco firewall.

Netanya Carmi

Content Manager at PeerSpot

Would you choose Cisco SD-WAN or Fortinet FortiGate?

Why?

Chi Kieu

Project Manager, Information Technology Security at ISP

How different are the pricing and costs of Aruba Wireless and Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN?

Hi, I'm researching the pricing and costs of these two products: Aruba Wireless and Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN.  Can anyone help me to understand what is the cost difference between the two of them (while assuming we compare very similar product specs)?...

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Aws Al-DabbaghPricing is different based on region; it depends on Aruba's and Cisco's strategy… more »

Johnrex FernandezAruba licensing for the AP's is much cheaper compared to Meraki. You can get a… more »

Netanya Carmi

Content Manager at PeerSpot

Which is better - Aruba Clearpass or Cisco ISE?

How do they compare to each other?

Leah Fainchtein Buenavida Aruba ClearPass is a Network Access Control tool that gives secure network… more »

Network Engineer at a tech services company with 501-1,000 employees

What are the main differences between Cisco ISE and Forescout Platform?

Hi, I'm a Network Engineer at a Tech Services company (size: 500+).

I would like to find out the main differences/comparison between Cisco ISE and Forescout Platform.

Can anyone assist?

Avraham SonenthalOK, so Cisco ISE uses 802.1X to secure switchports against unauthorized access… more »

Jeff DennistonBoth Cisco ISE and Forescout are highly regarded as both are at the very top of… more »

Eric Biller

Network Systems Administrator at County Of Summit Board Of DD

What are pros and cons of Aruba 515 Series AP vs. Cisco Meraki or Extreme Networks?

Hello, We are redoing Wi-Fi and the related Ethernet switches to support it. We're moving from Cisco environment and considering Aruba 515, w/CX6400 Cisco Meraki or possibly an on-prem Wi-Fi controller, Arista Mojo, or Extreme Networks ExtremeCloud IQ. Any suggestions?

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Michael FultonDepends. I have personally used both Cisco and Aruba so I am familiar with… more »

Aws Al-DabbaghI suggest Aruba. We've considered the same upgrade (APs + Switches) and I've… more »

Ralph MaloneI have Extreme and chose them years ago when they were Aerohive for one reason… more »

Julia Miller

PeerSpot

What do you like most about Cisco ASx500?

Hi Everyone,

What do you like most about Cisco ASx500?

Thanks for sharing your thoughts with the community!

Miriam Tover

Senior Delivery Ops Manager

PeerSpot

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco ASx500?

Hi,

We all know it's really hard to get good pricing and cost information.

Please share what you can so you can help your peers.

Julia Miller

PeerSpot

What is your primary use case for Cisco ASx500?

How do you or your organization use this solution?

Please share with us so that your peers can learn from your experiences.

Thank you!

Julia Miller

PeerSpot

What advice do you have for others considering Cisco ASx500?

If you were talking to someone whose organization is considering Cisco ASx500, what would you say?

How would you rate it and why? Any other tips or advice?

Cesar Beut

Networking Specialist at a healthcare company with 1,001-5,000 employees

What are pros and cons of Fortinet FortiProxy vs Cisco Umbrella?

Hi, We are studying the differences between Cisco Umbrella and Fortinet Fortiproxy (I'm working for a company with 1000+ employees). I have a lot of opinions about Cisco Umbrella but about FortiProxy I don't have any.  If someone has worked with FortinetFortiProxy an...

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Mark Karanja

Infrastructure Engineer at NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY

Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine) vs Fortinet FortiNAC: which solution is better and why?

Hello, I'm researching these two solutions: Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine) and Fortinet FortiNAC. And I'm looking for recommendations on which product to choose and why? Thank you for your help!

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John SayerMy preference would be HPE/Aruba's Clearpass product over either of these 2… more »