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Port 80 vs 443: Performance, Security, and Enterprise Deployment Insights

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Selene Gong | 0 Comments

In the intricate world of enterprise networking, understanding the fundamental differences between Port 80 and Port 443 is not just technical trivia; it’s a cornerstone of secure, efficient, and compliant data communication. For network engineers and IT decision-makers, distinguishing between…

Troubleshooting Cisco Catalyst Fabric Edge Node Visibility Issues

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Selene Gong | 0 Comments

Encountering “Cisco Catalyst Fabric site not showing edge node” during SD-Access deployments is a critical operational hurdle that disrupts endpoint connectivity and policy enforcement across your fabric network. This guide provides a deep technical dive into how edge node registration…

OSPF vs EIGRP: A Deep Dive for Enterprise Networks

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Selene Gong | 0 Comments

Selecting the right dynamic routing protocol is a core architectural decision for your enterprise network. While both OSPF and EIGRP are widely used Interior Gateway Protocols (IGPs), their design philosophies, operational behaviors, and scalability considerations differ significantly. This deep dive…

Cisco IOS XE Upgrade Guide: Best Practices and Step-by-Step Process

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Selene Gong | 0 Comments

Keeping your Cisco devices up to date is critical for maintaining performance, stability, and security in your enterprise network. Cisco IOS XE, the modular and programmable operating system for Cisco enterprise routers and switches, provides advanced capabilities while requiring periodic…

Best Ethernet Switches for Business (2025): Selection Guide and Top Picks

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Selene Gong | 0 Comments

Selecting the right Ethernet switch for your business network is critical to ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability while avoiding costly future upgrades and network downtime. This guide helps you understand the types, features, and best brands of Ethernet switches…

How to Build a 100G Data Center: Architecture, Cabling, and Equipment Selection

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Selene Gong | 0 Comments

Upgrading your data center network to 100 Gigabit Ethernet (100G) is no longer a luxury but a necessity for many modern enterprises. As discussed in our previous post “When to Upgrade to 100G“, the relentless growth of data traffic, fueled by…

Data Center 100G Upgrade: Is It Time for Your Business?

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Selene Gong | 0 Comments

In today’s digital landscape, data centers form the backbone of nearly all online activities. The escalating demand for fast, reliable, and scalable network infrastructure—driven by AI workloads, extensive virtualization, and the complexities of hybrid cloud environments—is pushing current network capabilities…

How to Configure SSH on Cisco Switch: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Posted on July 16, 2025 by Selene Gong | 0 Comments

To configure SSH on a Cisco switch and enable secure remote management, you typically need to set up a local user account, configure an IP domain name, generate RSA cryptographic keys, specify the SSH protocol version, and apply these settings…

Best 10Gb Switch for SMB in 2025: Unlock Next-Gen Network Performance

Posted on July 16, 2025 by Selene Gong | 0 Comments

In today’s data-driven landscape, Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) face growing challenges as traditional 1 Gigabit Ethernet (1GbE) networks struggle to keep pace with increasing bandwidth demands. Exploding data volumes, virtualization, high-definition media, and rapid Wi-Fi advancements require faster, more…

HPE ProLiant Servers Achieve 48 World Records in Performance and Efficiency

Posted on October 23, 2024 by nico | 0 Comments

In today’s data-driven business environment, enterprises are increasingly demanding high-performance and energy-efficient computing solutions. ProLiant servers owned by HPE recently set 48 world records in this field, demonstrating its outstanding innovation capabilities in server technology. This feat not only provides…

Global 5G SEP Hit 114,000: Huawei Leads, ZTE Ranks Fifth

Posted on October 21, 2024 by nico | 0 Comments

Image Source：Pexles The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology recently released the “Research Report on Global 5G Standard Essential Patents and Standard Proposals (2024)”. The report disclosed that as of March 31, 2024, there were more than 114,000 5G…

How to Master Cisco Switch Stacking: Best Practices and Troubleshooting

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Manuel | 0 Comments

In the realm of networking, the efficiency and reliability of your infrastructure hinge on the strategic deployment of switches. Among various configurations, the concept of switch stacking—particularly with Cisco switches—stands out as a robust solution for streamlining network management and…

AI Servers on the Rise: Non-GPU Market Growth Surpasses 200%

Posted on October 17, 2024 by nico | 0 Comments

Market Overview IDC China released the latest “China Semi-annual Accelerated Computing Market (2024 H1) Tracking” report. IDC data shows that the scale of China’s accelerated server market will reach US$5 billion in the first half of 2024, a year-on-year increase…

9 Query Commands for Huawei Switches

Posted on October 15, 2024 by nico | 0 Comments

In the modern network environment, switches, as the core equipment of the network, are responsible for key tasks such as data forwarding, traffic management, and network security. In order to ensure efficient operation and stability of the network, network administrators…

How WPA3 and Cisco Routers Enhance Your Network Security

Posted on October 14, 2024 by Manuel | 0 Comments

Maintaining Wi-Fi security is crucial. The latest security standard, WPA3, aims to prevent potential hackers from accessing your Wi-Fi networks. This article explains WPA3, its benefits, and the reasons that upgrading to a Cisco router that supports WPA3 might significantly…

Power Supply Standards for POE Switches. Why is the Power Supply Distance Limited to 100 Meters?

Posted on October 11, 2024 by nico | 0 Comments

Power and data can be delivered simultaneously over Ethernet connections, thanks to a ground-breaking technology called Power over Ethernet (PoE). This approach greatly lowers expenses while streamlining network equipment installation and cabling. At the moment, IEEE 802.3af (PoE), IEEE 802.3at…

How Cisco Secures and Connects NFL Events Around the World

Posted on October 10, 2024 by Manuel | 0 Comments

The National Football League (NFL) and Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) have expanded their collaboration to enhance the connectivity and security of NFL International Games. The NFL will utilize Cisco’s enterprise networking and cybersecurity technology to ensure secure operations at international events…

Gartner Report: Huawei Dominates Critical Storage Platform Capabilities

Posted on October 9, 2024 by nico | 0 Comments

In an era where data is the new oil, the importance of a robust and efficient storage platform cannot be overstated. Gartner, the globally respected research and advisory firm, has recently unveiled its latest report on key storage platform capabilities,…

HPE’s SD-WAN Leadership: A Testament to Innovation and Excellence

Posted on October 6, 2024 by Manuel | 0 Comments

Modern enterprises are negotiating a complicated environment of network administration. The rising adoption of remote work, cloud computing, and IoT devices complicates the task of maintaining secure, efficient, and scalable network infrastructures. Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has been a beacon…

4 Types of Liquid Cooling Solutions: Which One is Right for Your Data Center?

Posted on September 30, 2024 by nico | 0 Comments

Digital transformation has been in progress over the past decade. With the growth of data-intensive industries such as cloud services and the Internet of Things (IoT), the total size of data centers has steadily expanded. In addition, the current booming…

Simplifying Cloud Complexity: HPE Enhances GreenLake with Morpheus Data

Posted on September 27, 2024 by Manuel | 0 Comments

The Challenge of Managing Modern IT Environments Throughout today’s fast-paced digital landscape, enterprises in a variety of industries, from manufacturing to retail to transportation, are struggling to manage multicloud and hybrid IT infrastructures. These problems typically lead to cost overruns,…

Top Tips for Debugging and Optimizing NVIDIA Networking Performance

Posted on September 26, 2024 by nico | 0 Comments

In today’s high-speed networking world, optimizing and troubleshooting performance is crucial, especially with high-performance equipment like NVIDIA Infiniband switches. Whether you’re a data center admin or network engineer, mastering effective techniques is key. In this blog, we’ll share top tips…