[c-nsp] Need recommendation for Cisco layer 3 GIG switch

[Will Hargrave]

Rich Davies wrote:

> I was looking at picking up a Cisco 3550-12G for an upcoming project (to use
> as a layer 3 distribution switch with 3550's hanging off it) however my
> application requires DC power and the 3550-12G is only AC.   Can anyone
> recommend an equivalent/better switch?

Another addition to the other good answers: ME-3400G-12CS-D or
ME-3400EG-12CS-M can both be DC powered - ME series switches typically
are aimed more for telco/SP deployments which need DC power.

You need to check the licensing carefully, it is different to the other
switches.

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps6580/index.html
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps9637/index.html

Will