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HP ProCurve Switch 8212zl

By Roger Howorth, ZDNet UK on 09 January 2008 02:33 PM

Tags: procurve switch 8212zl, hp, module, chassis, cable, fitted, 10-gigabit, connect

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Overview

HP ProCurve Switch 8212zl

The good:

Modular design allows buyers to choose only the components they actually need
Power supplies support remote Power Over Ethernet devices
Built-in software detects several common viruses and hacker activities
Built in SFLOW capability is useful for diagnosing a wide range of network problems

The bad:

Expensive compared to simpler low-end network switches.

The bottomline:

While expensive, the ProCurve 8212zl Switch is a sophisticated and highly configurable network controller.

RRP: AU$27382.00

Editors’ rating:

8/10

Related topics:

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