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How to Choose a Cisco IOS Software Feature License?

Posted on November 30, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

When we talk about the Layer 2 or Layer 3 switching, we should know the main Cisco IOS Software feature licenses. And the Layer 2 and layer 3 switching seem a hot and popular topics discussed in Cisco switch users.…

Introducing the New Cisco Catalyst 2960-L Series Switches

Posted on November 29, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Fixed-configuration, Gigabit Ethernet, entry-level enterprise-class Layer 2 access, LAN Lite, can you guess which Cisco switch is from these features? It’s the new Catalyst 2960-L Series, the LAN Lite one, the simple one, the high value one. The new Cisco…

Cisco 3750-X and 3560-X IP Services Switches Overview

Posted on November 25, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

In this article we will introduce the 3750-X and 3560-X IP Services Switches. Not LAN Base or IP Base, just IP Services Switches. We know that all the Cisco 3750-X and 3560-X have some common features such as enabling applications…

Cisco AVB Switches

Posted on November 23, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Have you ever heard of AVB Switches? Do you know something about the Cisco AVB Switches? Recently, Cisco updated the IEEE802.1 Audio Video Bridging standard supported on select Catalyst 3850 & 3650 platforms. What is Audio Video Bridging? Cisco has…

What is Audio Video Bridging?

Posted on November 17, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Do you notice that there is a new feature in Cisco 3850 and Cisco 3650? The new feature is that the IEEE802.1 Audio Video Bridging standard is supported on select Catalyst 3850 & 3650 platforms. What is the IEEE802.1 Audio…

The Best Months to Buy Something-Pre-Christmas Sale Here

Posted on November 8, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

When it enters into November, it means you come to the best shopping season! Yes, welcome to Router-switch.com’s Pre-Christmas Sale 2016. In the days leading up to Christmas, Router-switch.com prepares a big Pre-Christmas Sale for you. Which network product will…

FlexStack vs. FlexStack-Plus

Posted on November 7, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

What Are FlexStack and FlexStack-Plus? FlexStack is the name of the stacking technology used by the Cisco Catalyst 2960-S Series of fixed Ethernet switches. FlexStack is specific to Cisco Catalyst 2960-S switches, and only Cisco Catalyst 2960-S Series Switches use…

Cisco Switches, Stack Please!

Posted on November 4, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

When you design your network with Cisco switches, to stack or not to stack? That’s not a question. Because stacking your switches will allow for network efficiency and ease of management, which is necessary today. We know that Cisco has…

How to Activate/Upgrade C3850 IP Base License to IP Services?

Posted on October 31, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

“How to upgrade Cisco 3850 LAN base to IP base? or upgraded from IP base image to IP service image?” This is a popular problem that it is often discussed by Cisco 3850 users. Firstly, let’s see what details the…

License and Warranty for Cisco Catalyst 3850

Posted on October 28, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

What licensing model does the Cisco Catalyst 3850 use? The Cisco Catalyst 3850 uses a right-to-use (RTU) licensing model. (Note: The RTU licensing model is a trust-based licensing model designed to give customers the flexibility to upgrade, downgrade, or move…

How to Choose a Fibre Switch?

Posted on October 13, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Do you have some experiences about choosing a very right Fibre Switch for your network deployment? Or you had set up a better network with a good Fibre Switch? If YES, welcome to share with us here! In this article,…

How Much You Know about the Cisco Catalyst Switches?

Posted on September 29, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

We must say Cisco is one of the most important developers of network devices in the world. The customers can choose different Cisco switches from the Nexus, ME, Meraki, Blade, and Catalyst lines. There are main three main types of…

How to Change a Switch Member Number in a Cisco 3850 Stack?

Posted on September 28, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

…How to change the logical switch assigned number in a stack manually so it matches a desired order. Commonly used to match the physical order of the stacked switches in a rack The information in this article is based on…

How to Form a Stack-Wise and Power-Stack with Cisco Catalyst 3850?

Posted on September 27, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

How to properly form a stack-wise and power stack with Cisco Catalyst 3850 switches? It also shows the use of some commands that will help to troubleshoot why a stack is not forming properly. In order to be able to form…

Updated: Comparing the Newest Cisco 3850 Models

Posted on September 26, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

The Latest Model Comparison for the Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series Switches The Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series Switches may be the most popular Cisco campus switches now. Why? The Catalyst 3850 Series supports full IEEE 802.3 at Power over Ethernet Plus…

The Common Troubleshooting Tips for 3750X Stack Power Feature

Posted on September 23, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

One of the biggest benefits of Cisco StackPower technology is produces savings by reducing the number of power supplies required per switch and the number of outlets required in the wiring closet. We know that the catalyst 3750X has two…

A New Featured Product-Cisco IE4010 Series Switches

Posted on September 13, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco IE4010 Series Switches-Not your typical IT equipment You must know the Cisco Industrial Ethernet 4000 Series Switches, but do you know the new featured IE4010 Series Switches? The new Cisco IE4010 Series is not the typical IT equipment. Who…

The Newest: Model Comparison for the Cisco Catalyst 3650 Models

Posted on August 29, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco has updated features of Cisco Catalyst 3650 series. More models are added to Catalyst 3650 family: 8 x10 Gigabit and 2 x 40 Gigabit. The 3650 Series switches support full IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), Cisco Universal…

Updated: Cisco StackPower Technology for Cisco Catalyst 3850 Switches

Posted on August 26, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco StackPower Technology is so cool that it can aggregates all of the available power in a stack of switches and manages it as one common power pool for the entire stack, sharing the power where needed. You can configure…

Limited-Time ‘Countdown Deals’ on Cisco Items

Posted on July 29, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Countdown to Savings—29 July to 5 August, 2016 Up to 70% Off Hot 6 Cisco Items The Perfect Time to Buy! Act Fast. The “Countdown Deals” will expire on 5 August, 2016. This WEEK, there are 6 Cisco items available…

The Perfect Time to Buy—This Week’s Deals

Posted on July 21, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

In this week, router-switch.com also has the ‘Countdown’ Deals on popular Cisco Items: the Cisco 2960X models and WS-C3650-24PS-L. *See these products for details More about Router-switch.com’s Anniversary SALE Router-switch.com–Our 2016 Anniversary Sale will start from July 11, and will end…

Cisco Switches-Comparison and Solutions

Posted on July 12, 2016 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

The Cisco switches are a big family, which are designed for networks of all sizes. They include LAN Access Switches, Compact LAN Switches, LAN Core and Distribution Switches, Data Center Switches, Service Provider Switches, Industrial Ethernet Switches, Small Business Switches,…