> * Ryan Finnesey: > > > This is one of the reasons we are starting to look at Juniper for a > > new network build. It is my understanding we set software updates > > for life for free. > > My understanding is that it's free for customers who have a service > contract in place. Most downloads are not self-service, and I haven't > tested if you can get JTAC to provide images for devices you don't > own.
Brocade is now offering 5 years (what they consider lifetime) support to the original purchaser of the equipment on some product lines: FastIron SX800, SX1600, CX, WS, and TurboIron that includes software updates. We use a lot of the FCX units.