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All Cisco Products - New, Used, and Refurbished

Cisco provides a comprehensive range of networking hardware designed to support everything from small businesses to large-scale enterprise and service provider environments. Their product portfolio includes routers for secure and scalable inter-network connectivity, switches (such as the Catalyst and Nexus series) for reliable wired network infrastructure, and wireless access points and controllers for robust Wi-Fi solutions. Cisco also offers advanced security appliances like the ASA and Firepower series, as well as cloud-managed options through Meraki. For unified communications, Cisco delivers IP phones and video conferencing systems under its Webex line. In data centers, Cisco’s UCS servers and HyperFlex platforms support high-performance computing and virtualization. Additionally, Cisco provides SD-WAN solutions, ruggedized industrial networking gear, and optical transport systems to meet the diverse needs of modern digital networks.

Meraki vs Catalyst vs Nexus:

Cisco Meraki, Catalyst, and Nexus are all Cisco networking products, but they serve different purposes and are targeted at different types of users. Meraki is a cloud-managed platform, offering simplicity and ease of use, while Catalyst and Nexus are more traditional hardware-focused, offering greater control and flexibility for larger, more complex networks. 

• Management: Meraki is cloud-managed, while Catalyst and Nexus are typically managed locally or through centralized platforms.
• Flexibility: Catalyst and Nexus offer more flexibility and granular control over network configuration than Meraki.
• Complexity: Meraki is designed for simplicity and ease of use, while Catalyst and Nexus require more technical expertise.
• Pricing: Meraki is subscription-based, while Catalyst and Nexus are typically purchased outright.
• Target Audience: Meraki is best suited for smaller to medium-sized businesses, while Catalyst and Nexus are better for larger enterprise environments.