03-11-2024 05:19 AM
03-11-2024 07:54 AM
I've used 1900 switches, when they were still relatively new, perhaps it was 30 or more years ago. I do recall having CLI access, so perhaps I had a "better/newer" IOS version. However, some non-CLI interfaces may require a config change to enable. (No guarantee that applies in your case.)
As for low cost options, you might look into Cisco's SMB switches, https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/solutions/small-business/networking/switches.html?ccid=cc001531#~products.
03-11-2024 10:33 AM
What would be your low cost CISCO switch replacent recommendation for the above legacy Catalyst 1900 switches
some of the SMB switches also getting end of life too - so make sure you choose the right product.
depends on what feature you using , you can look catalyst 1K switches or meraki switches for low cost.
There are SG and SBS model as mentioned above they are getting end of life too.
03-11-2024 12:19 PM
". . . switches so as to have CISCO support for the next decade or so?"
Forgot to mention, a decade or so (longer?), I believe, is a tad longer than the usual support life cycle for small switches.
Any Cisco device you're considering, look for end-of-life announcements, and if none, try to find when device was initially released. Between those two, you're probably supported for 3 to 6 years, or so.
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