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Android-based Cisco DX650 Smart Desk Phone Overview

Posted on November 19, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

As we know, Cisco recently introduced its new IP Phone the Cisco DX650 at its annual Collaboration Summit. The Android-based Cisco DX650 Smart Desk Phone is the Cisco’s first endpoint to benefit from Intelligent Proximity. DX650 customers will be able…

Top 10 Commands Every Cisco IOS User Should Know

Posted on November 18, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

As the Cisco IOS is riddled with thousands of commands, configuring it can be challenging and learning some essential commands is necessary. This quick reference describes 10 commands you’ll need to rely on when handling various configuration and troubleshooting tasks.…

Cisco UCS E-Series Blade Servers for Cisco 2900&3900 Series

Posted on November 12, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

The trend towards Datacenter consolidation has resulted in reduction in application software deployed at branch location. However for business continuity and application performance reasons some applications must still be deployed at branch infrastructure network. UCS E-Series blade servers gives users…

How to Connect the Console Port to a PC?

Posted on November 6, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

In this guide we will cover the tasks associated with connecting a console port to a PC, and includes the following topics: Console (rollover) Cable and Adapters Making the physical connection Connecting using HyperTerminal Troubleshooting console port problems Console (rollover)…

Difference between the Nexus 7010 and Nexus 7018

Posted on November 5, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

What is the difference between the Nexus 7010 and 7018? Here we will share some key similarities and the differences between the two big network switches. The first difference is size and weight. The Nexus 7010 is 36.5″ (92.7 cm)…

Cisco Catalyst 3850: Understanding Interface Configuration on NM Modules

Posted on November 5, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

It is sometimes confusing on which interfaces are available and which can be configured when using one of the NM modules in a Cisco 3850 Switch. We currently offer three different modules: C3850-NM-4-1G (four 1-Gigabit SFP module slots) C3850-NM-2-10G (Combination…

How to Configure New ASA 5510 in Transparent Mode?

Posted on October 31, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

How to configure ASA in transparent mode instead of routing mode in an existing network? Here we will share a Cisco ASA user’ real example of Configuring New ASA 5510 in Transparent Mode. The REAL Problem: User is new to…

Cisco Launches Internet of Things Division, Eyes Standardization

Posted on October 31, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco News: by Larry Dignan from zdnet.com. Cisco says it has a big role in the Internet of things to promote standards, networking interconnects and industry use cases. On Tuesday the networking giant Cisco launched an Internet of things division…

How to Use IP SLA to Change Routing?

Posted on October 30, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco IOS IP Service Level Agreements (SLAs) is a part of Cisco IOS that enables customers to assure new business-critical IP applications, as well as IP services that utilize data, voice, and video, in an IP network. Cisco has augmented…

How to Configure PBR (Policy-Based Routing)?

Posted on October 30, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Policy-Based Routing (PBR) is a very popular feature in Cisco routers; it allows the creation of policies that can selectively alter the path that packets take within the network. PBR provides a method to forward packets by overriding the information available…

Cisco Boosts Enterprise Collaboration Tools for the Modern Workspace

Posted on October 28, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco decided to boost its enterprise collaboration stack with products designed to simplify the way companies secure communications, interact with external parties and manage their collaboration tools. The new wares, which were announced at the company’s annual Collaboration Summit last…

How to Upgrade Cisco 4500 SUP7-E&Sup7L-E ROMMON to Support VSS?

Posted on October 24, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

VSS (Virtual switching system) can enable on Catalyst 4500/4500X series switch (Supervisor Engine 7-E, Supervisor Engine 7L-E, and Catalyst 4500-X). Cisco IOS XE 3.4.0SG and ROMMON IOS Version 15.0(1r) SG7 later released support VSS. This article will discuss about Cisco…

Cisco/Insieme 40G Coming in Close to 10G

Posted on October 23, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Preface: Spin-in developed transceiver for 30% premium over 10G; leaf, spine switches mix merchant, custom ASICs; ACI fabric based on VXLAN. As the November 6 launch date gets closer, more details are emerging on Cisco/Insieme’s Nexus 9000 and Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) introduction. Yes,…

Cisco Will Raise Catalyst Switch Prices by Up to 67%

Posted on October 21, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco Catalyst Switch Price increases on older gear intended to prod users into upgrades. On November 2, 2013 Cisco will raise the price of some Catalyst 3000, 4000 and 6000 series switches and associated products by up to 67% to…

Cisco Released Wave 2-Ready 802.11ac Access Point and Catalyst 3650

Posted on October 17, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco zeroed in on mobility with several product announcements at Interop New York that focused on improving the performance and simplifying the deployment of wireless LAN infrastructure. Cisco’s new Aironet 3700 series is the company’s next generation of wireless access points (APs)…

Cisco Security Advisory: Multiple Vulnerabilities in Cisco ASA Software

Posted on October 15, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) Software is affected by the following vulnerabilities: IPsec VPN Crafted ICMP Packet Denial of Service Vulnerability SQL*Net Inspection Engine Denial of Service Vulnerability Digital Certificate Authentication Bypass Vulnerability Remote Access VPN Authentication Bypass Vulnerability Digital Certificate HTTP Authentication…

Cisco Aironet 3700 Series-Meet and Exceed Mission-Critical Wireless Needs

Posted on October 14, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco released information about their new 3700 series access point with built-in 802.11ac. Incorporate high-density experience through a purpose-built, innovative chipset with best-in-class RF architecture for a high-performance enterprise network. The Cisco Aironet 3700 Series Access Point is designed for…

Cisco Patches Flaw in Security Appliances, Switches, Routers

Posted on October 14, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco has released security patches for authentication bypass, command execution and denial-of-service vulnerabilities affecting products that use its ASA (Adaptive Security Appliance) software, as well as the Cisco Catalyst 6500 series switches and Cisco 7600 series routers. Cisco released new…

Cisco Nexus 3100, Ready to Support VMware NSX?

Posted on October 9, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco’s latest switch (the 3000 series of the Nexus switches was upgraded recently by Cisco, called Nexus 3100 series) has added an interesting twist to the company’s battle royal with VMware over next-generation virtual networking and data center operations management.…

Cisco ASA CX–Next Generation Firewall or Enterprise Firewall?

Posted on October 6, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

In today’s network world, almost all applications tunnel themselves over HTTP, either due to their nature as web-based apps or the fact that they take advantage of port 80 being open through almost every firewall. The key to being able…

Cisco IOS Updates Fix Eight Denial of Service Vulnerabilities

Posted on September 30, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

This week Cisco has patched 8 vulnerabilities that could impact the availability of devices using various versions of its IOS software. IOS is a multitasking operating system that combines networking and telecommunications functions and is used on many of the…

Cisco’s Greenest Catalyst Access Switch

Posted on September 30, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

We knew that Cisco catalyst 2960-X series debut at Cisco Partner Summit this year. Cisco announced that the Cisco 2960-X series is the greenest catalyst access switch. Cisco’s Catalyst access switch, the 2960-S/SF is the most widely deployed Ethernet switching…