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

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

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

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

"Overall, this is a good product and there are many benefits to using Alcatel-Lucent."

"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."

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

"OmniSwitch LAN Switches' performance is very good."

"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."

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

"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."

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"Dell PowerConnect Switches have a VTL feature similar to Cisco's VSS. With VTL, using this technology, you can cluster two switches together to increase redundancy in the environment."

"The solution’s technical support is good."

"The solution's most valuable feature is its good integration with solutions from other vendors."

"It has excellent technical support, is very scalable, stable, reliable, and the product is very affordable."

"Dell PowerConnect Switches are very easy to configure with the GUI. Dell supports the solution even though it has been discontinued."

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

"We evaluated numerous options before choosing Dell including Fortinet, HP and Cisco, but really it was this solution that worked given our budget and for installation, it was a good solution in terms of technical support, scalability, availability and a lot of things, and it satisfied our requirements."

"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."

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Cons

"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."

"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."

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

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

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

"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 scalability and more features on these switches in the future."

"I expect Dell PowerConnect switches to be a zero-touch or a plug-and-play device, but it is not so easy to implement and it is still not a plug-and-play or zero-touch device."

"The solution's ROI for generic networking is not extraordinary."

"Because of the stackings, you lose some boards and the two switches."

"Scalability can be a problem with these switches."

"More stable firmware releases would be an improvement because we have had them randomly power on and off."

"Their hardware is not reliable, it's faulty."

"Dell is sometimes slow to provide updates to firmware."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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

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

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

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

"The product is cheaper than Cisco and licensing is yearly. We have to pay additional costs for support."

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

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

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

"The price of these switches is okay."

"In my opinion, it is a product that is priced somewhere in the middle, making it a well-priced solution in the middle. It is not a very cheap product."

"Pricing for Dell PowerConnect Switches is quite competitive compared to Cisco and HP pricing. Dell has cheaper pricing and the company is trying to push for sales for its switching infrastructure because right now, the current market is dominated by Cisco. In the US market, there's Cisco, HP, Juniper, and Arista which you can buy for data center switching meant for different kinds of enterprises and ISPs. Dell PowerConnect Switches, on the other hand, is a product for people who need smaller setups or individual switches, especially those looking for a cheaper product and basic switching, though you can also buy a complete suite packaged with the switches."

"On a scale of one to ten, if one means it is a cheap solution, and ten means it is a very expensive tool, I rate the product's price as seven. The tool is a bit pricey."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

18%

Outsourcing Company

14%

Manufacturing Company

13%

Comms Service Provider

12%

Construction Company

25%

Outsourcing Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	2

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	21
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	6

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches?

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 ...

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What is your primary use case for Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches?

I still work with Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches. We work with internet switches, but we also use LAN switches from Alcatel-Lucent. All the switches on the sites or across sites are Alcatel...

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Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches work well for us. I would rate this solution a 9 out of 10.

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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.

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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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