Cisco Catalyst 3560CX-12PC-S - switch - 12 ports - managed - rack-mountable
$3,019.85
$2,164.99
Mfg # WS-C3560CX-12PC-S
CDW # 3602320
Quick tech specs
- Switch
- ACL
- Desktop
- Wall -mountable
- Cisco limited lifetime warranty
- Forwarding rate of up to 16 Gbps
- PoE+
- Rack-mountable
- DIN rail-mountable
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Enjoy high-speed data connectivity while optimizing network deployments with the Cisco® Catalyst™ 3560CX-12PC-S Switch. This device delivers a forwarding rate of up to 16 Gbps and 23.8 Mpps for 64-byte packet size, ensuring optimized network performance. The ACL performs thorough packet filtering to control users and devices in a network for improved security. Reduce installation costs while providing power-hungry devices with sufficient energy with the PoE+ supporting up to 240 watts.
The Cisco Catalyst Ethernet switch has a fanless design, offering an energy-efficient and cost-effective solution for keeping optimal operating temperatures. With the IEEE 802.3az compliance standard, businesses can operate at low power to keep operational costs minimal. The compact footprint offers mounting flexibility, plus it allows a variety of connectivity options and network design. Users can mount the Cisco Gigabit Ethernet switch on a wall, rack or place it near a desktop. Business owners have more power over the traffic and network with this managed switch.
The Cisco Catalyst Ethernet switch has a fanless design, offering an energy-efficient and cost-effective solution for keeping optimal operating temperatures. With the IEEE 802.3az compliance standard, businesses can operate at low power to keep operational costs minimal. The compact footprint offers mounting flexibility, plus it allows a variety of connectivity options and network design. Users can mount the Cisco Gigabit Ethernet switch on a wall, rack or place it near a desktop. Business owners have more power over the traffic and network with this managed switch.
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Cisco Catalyst 3560CX-12PC-S 12-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch is rated
4.50 out of
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Rated 5 out of
5 by
Shankar Raju S M from
Has good speed, latency, and reliability
What is our primary use case?
I used Cisco Ethernet Switches primarily for campus networks, specifically in hospitals, to provide endpoint connectivity for users, including doctors, and to support wireless access points for devices like iPads.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features of Cisco Ethernet Switches for our network are speed, latency, and reliability. We rely on fast data transfer and minimal downtime, especially for handling large image files. Additionally, the MTBF and unit-level failover capabilities have been crucial for maintaining uptime. The switches seamlessly integrate with our dual-band wireless network, providing efficient connectivity for both public and partner users across the hospital campus.
What needs improvement?
While Cisco Ethernet Switches are already quite advanced, one area for improvement could be integrating a single dashboard for both wired and wireless networks. Additionally, enhancing cyber protection features directly within the switches could be beneficial to prevent network vulnerabilities and downtime caused by malicious activity.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with Cisco Ethernet Switches for almost 15 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I would rate the stability of the product as a nine out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I would rate the scalability of the product as an eight out of ten. About 3,000 users are currently using Cisco Ethernet Switches, and there are plans to increase usage as the hospital expands.
How are customer service and support?
Technical support from Cisco is generally good, with knowledgeable core technical staff. However, there can be issues with overpromising in marketing, leading to discrepancies between promises and the capabilities of the actual support team. I would rate the support as a nine out of ten.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
How was the initial setup?
I would rate the easiness of the initial setup of Cisco Ethernet Switches as a nine out of ten. The setup process itself was fantastic, but it heavily relies on capable partners for proper installation. If the partners aren't well-trained or capable, it could lead to setbacks, but generally, Cisco works with good partners.
Deploying Cisco Ethernet Switches involved two main phases. The passive network setup, including cable laying and rack installation, took about eight to nine months due to various challenges. However, mounting and configuring the switches only required around one month. Overall, the deployment involved a team of three people.
For maintenance, at least two people are typically available around the clock to monitor the network, address calls, and handle any issues that arise. So far, there haven't been any failures, but if one occurs, they address it.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I would rate the pricing of the product as a seven out of ten in terms of costliness. While Cisco Ethernet Switches are expensive, they were chosen for their quality and worth the investment. Additional costs beyond standard licensing fees were fixed for two years, but afterward, negotiations depended on market fluctuations.
What other advice do I have?
In a big hospital project covering 20 acres and 51 buildings, Cisco Ethernet Switches played a crucial role. We set up connections for the entire campus, including the data center, all the devices people use, and equipment, making sure everything could communicate smoothly.
The scalability of Cisco Ethernet Switches has supported our organization's growth by allowing us to easily expand our network architecture. We have implemented a scalable design with core, distribution, and endpoint switches, connected via fiber optic cables. This setup enables us to add new switches or networks without disrupting the existing infrastructure. We can seamlessly plug in additional switches to the core switches, facilitating expansion wherever needed.
When considering Cisco Ethernet Switches, users should assess their specific needs and whether they require higher speeds or prioritize stability and reliability. It is crucial to ensure that the switches perform as advertised, especially for critical applications. Reliability is crucial, so users should prioritize switches that can operate without downtime, particularly for mission-critical functions.
Overall, I would rate Cisco Ethernet Switches as an eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:integrator
Date published: 2024-04-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
SHERIF-HASSAN from
Reliable product with simplified network administration capabilities
What needs improvement?
The platform's management features need improvement.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using Cisco Ethernet Switches for ten years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the platform's stability a nine out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The platform is highly scalable. I rate the scalability a ten out of ten.
How are customer service and support?
Our experience working with the technical support service team was great. The engineers took around an hour to resolve the issue.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
How was the initial setup?
The product can be deployed on-premises and on the cloud as well. It takes a few minutes to complete the process.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The product is expensive.
What other advice do I have?
Port security is one of the most crucial features of the platform. It allows for analyzing and confirming security measures at the port level.
The user interface and management of Cisco switches have significantly simplified network administration. The tool is easy to use, offering numerous options in terms of server connection.
While integrating Cisco Ethernet switches into existing network infrastructure, one challenge I encountered was ensuring connectivity with other servers.
It is reliable and stable, offering a wide range of features that can be easily implemented.
I rate it a ten out of ten.
Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Partner
Date published: 2024-04-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Harlan from
Excellant and a nice upgrade from Fast Ethernet
Very nice managed switch. Easily configured and reliable. If I need a gigabyte 12 port switch this will be the one that I choose.
Date published: 2018-03-28T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sven Gotovac from
Ensures that users don't feel issues due to network failures
What is our primary use case?
I use the solution in our typical university network, which is not very sophisticated. In our university, we have some virtual networks within the labs, but normally, we have a very simple configuration without too many rules because it's supposed to be very flexible for us to use. The end users always ask something like how they would like to test one server over the other, making it really hard for our university's network administrator to manage it all day. Our university's network is pretty much open, and there is always a danger of intruders, but currently, we don't have such problems.
What needs improvement?
The high price of the tool is an area of concern where improvements are required.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Cisco Ethernet Switches for over twenty years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I haven't experienced any stability problems with the product, making it a perfect solution for me. I don't care about the other factors involving network administrators who use the tool since, for me, the service provided by the solution is okay.
It is a stable solution since I have not seen any network failures when using the product. Normally, there are no problems with the networks in our university. If there are some general problems in our university's network, it's mainly due to the provider facing some issues due to a cut-off in some fiber switches, which may be the result of some construction work somewhere. Under normal circumstances, everything functions perfectly.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is a scalable solution.
There are around 3,000 to 4,000 users of the solution, considering that all the students in our university use it.
How was the initial setup?
The product's initial setup phase is not easy, considering that there is a need to plan the virtual networks and see how you are connected. I think that network administrators can manage the setup phase since they have been through Cisco-centric courses, making them capable of handling the setup phase if they are able to define what you want.
During the setup phase, challenges arise when we have to define what we want and the services we expect from our network.
The solution is deployed on an on-premises model.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
It is an expensive product since it is used in a large network where you cannot rely on some cheaply priced solution. The solution primarily stays stable, so we don't face any problems with the product.
If you are looking at something really stable, then you will buy Cisco. If you want to buy a product for some offices or small buildings, then you can go for a cheaper tool that you can maintain and replace easily.
What other advice do I have?
Though I wanted to use the product, there were no opportunities at the university that would allow me to use the solution.
The product does have some security features, but I don't get involved with the security area since I don't need it.
There are two to three people to maintain the solution, but we outsource the maintenance services when we face some major issues.
I recommend the product to those who plan to use it.
I rate the tool an eight to nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Date published: 2024-04-05T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Domagoj Dujmic from
Reliable and simple, but its pricing could be reduced
What is most valuable?
Cisco Ethernet Switches are pretty reliable, and I have rarely seen one of them break. Cisco has a wide portfolio that fits every need.
What needs improvement?
Cisco's equipment is expensive, especially since it introduced the obligatory purchase of Cisco DNA.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Cisco Ethernet Switches since 2008.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the solution an eight out of ten for stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Around 50,000 users are using Cisco Ethernet Switches in our organization.
I rate the solution’s scalability ten out of ten.
How are customer service and support?
The solution’s technical support is pretty good.
I rate the technical support of Cisco Ethernet Switches an eight to nine out of ten.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I previously used Alcatel and Aruba HPE.
How was the initial setup?
The solution’s initial setup is easy.
What about the implementation team?
We implemented the solution through an in-house team. Depending on the engineer's knowledge, a single switch can be deployed within twenty minutes.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Cisco's equipment is expensive, especially since it introduced the obligatory purchase of Cisco DNA. Cisco DNA is really, really expensive, and eliminating the necessity for purchasing it would reduce the solution's price. Some new Cisco switches support Cisco DNA, and some don't. You would have to buy more expensive switches to fully use Cisco DNA, which most enterprises simply don't do.
On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing ten out of ten.
What other advice do I have?
I have utilized Cisco Ethernet Switches in production, regular office plans, and all kinds of environments. In enterprise environments, I have covered everything from offices to manufacturing and labs. We faced no challenges while integrating Cisco Ethernet Switches into our existing network infrastructure.
Cisco should definitely give customers the ability to choose whether they want Cisco DNA or not. Currently, customers need to choose Cisco DNA for at least three years, which is appalling. Customers are buying something they will never use. I would recommend Cisco Ethernet Switches to other users because of its reliability and simplicity.
Overall, I rate the solution a seven out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Date published: 2024-04-08T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
N-K from
Comprehensive visibility, all-in-one solution for management, stability, and connectivity
What is our primary use case?
Cisco Ethernet system serves our needs primarily for user integration and connectivity, providing access to the Internet and services. One scenario where Cisco switches significantly improved our network performance was when we faced challenges with traditional network setups. The features that proved highly effective for network management include comprehensive visibility, an all-in-one solution for management, stability, connectivity, and troubleshooting capabilities.
What is most valuable?
We use Cisco Ethernet system for user connectivity, with multicast being an advanced feature that helps alleviate some of our work challenges. In terms of scalability, we utilize stacks which have proven to be reliable and easy to manage. As for security functionalities, we rely on Palo Alto for our network's safety. I would prefer to discuss detailed information via email for a comprehensive review.
What needs improvement?
Improvement as per customer requirements.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Cisco Ethernet Switches for the past 4 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
As for stability, I have found the feature to be highly stable with minimal issues.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Although we also use HPE switches in other departments, I lean towards Cisco due to its reliability and performance.
How was the initial setup?
Installing Cisco Ethernet system is relatively straightforward, especially since we are familiar with the process. However the installation may require some technical expertise.The deployment process for Cisco Ethernet system typically takes about a day with our team's support. For more complex configurations, it may require additional time depending on the customer's requirements. One major challenge we face is with licensing, especially for Cisco's wireless features. Understanding and managing license changes over time, such as moving to new licenses for VPN support, can be challenging for customers. We often need support from Cisco to navigate these licensing challenges.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
While Cisco's pricing can be a concern, particularly with support fees, its overall features and support community make it a solid choice.
What other advice do I have?
On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate Cisco Ethernet system as a 9 for its overall functionality and support, with the caveat of considering pricing and support options carefully before making a decision
Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Date published: 2024-04-08T00:00:00-04:00