Network Management – Page 15 – Router Switch Blog

Video Illustrates Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series Switches

Posted on May 23, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

The Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series is a mid-range modular switch series that offers non-blocking layer 2 through layer 4 switching capabilities for enterprise, small and medium-sized business (SMB) and metropolitan (metro) Ethernet customers. A Cisco Catalyst 4500 comprises a chassis,…

How to Protect Router Password?

Posted on May 19, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Administrators can access a router for administrative purposes in a variety of ways. For example, as shown in Figure 3-2, a PC running terminal emulation software can telnet into a router. The Telnet connection is considered to be using a…

Cisco PIX Firewall Basics

Posted on May 18, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

The PIX is a firewall appliance based on a hardened, specially built operating system, PIX OS, minimizing possible OS-specific security holes. The PIX has received ICSA Firewall and IPsec certification as well as Common Criteria EAL4 evaluation status. PIX firewalls…

Cisco: Enterprises/IT Saying Yes to BYOD

Posted on May 17, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco Advances Mobility Strategy With new Enterprise ‘Smart Solutions,’ Building on Service Provider Offerings and Enabling ‘Your Way’ Experiences Cisco on Wednesday announced findings from the Cisco IBSG Horizons Study of 600 U.S. IT and business leaders that shows IT…

Cisco Router Auxiliary, Console and Telnet Passwords Setup

Posted on May 17, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

There are five passwords used to secure your Cisco routers: console, auxiliary, telnet (VTY), enable password, and enable secret. Just as you learned earlier in the chapter, the first two passwords are used to set your enable password that’s used…

How to Setup VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP) on Cisco Switches?

Posted on May 15, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

If you have more than a couple of switches, configuring VLAN’s can be a real pain. To make it easier, Cisco developed VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP). Now, let’s find out what VTP can do for you. If you have 20…

LAN and Setup VLAN on a Cisco Switch

Posted on May 15, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

When I heard of the LAN and VLAN for the first time, I have nothing idea about it. What is it, and how is it used for? … So many doubts need to be dealt with. Have you ever wondered…

Cisco Network: the Cisco 3-Layered Hierarchical Model

Posted on May 5, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Starting with the basics, the Cisco network is traditionally defined as a three-tier hierarchical model comprising the core, distribution, and access layers. Cisco both developed their system according to this model and recommend their end-users to follow the same philosophy.…

Demo: How to Configure InterVLAN Routing On Layer 3 Switches?

Posted on May 3, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

This video demo shows that how to configure InterVLAN routing on a Cisco Catalyst 3550 series switch. Video Demo: How to Configure InterVLAN Routing On Layer 3 Switches? NOTE: VLANs divide broadcast domains in a LAN environment. Whenever hosts in…

How to Create an Inter-only VLAN on a Router?

Posted on May 2, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

VLAN (Virtual Local Area Networks) allow network switches to separate traffic based on a logical identifier, known as a VLAN ID. When used in conjunction with a router that supports sub- interfaces, a VLAN can be create that only allows…

Simple Steps to Create a Non-Routed VLAN on Cisco Switch

Posted on April 28, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) is a network industry standard configuration that creates a virtual network container for all devices connected to ports or wireless networks included in the VLAN. Regardless of the brand of network device implementing a VLAN,…

Cisco Launches New Industrial Switches-Cisco IE 2000 Series

Posted on April 27, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco unveiled the Industrial Ethernet (IE) 2000 switch series, a cornerstone product for the company’s Connected Industries business unit and industrial network offerings. The IE 2000 series is an extension of Cisco’s current industrial Ethernet product lines, the Catalyst 2955 and the IE 3000…

How to Configure DHCP on a Cisco Router or Cisco Switch?

Posted on April 27, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

If you want to configure Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) on PC clients, you currently have multiple options to choose for your DHCP server. One of the more common ways to accomplish this is by using a Windows or Linux…

Tutorial: How to Add a DHCP Range to a Cisco 3750 Switch?

Posted on April 27, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Launch a serial command line terminal connection with the Cisco 3750, and then configure DHCP to manage a range of IP addresses for the network. The Cisco Catalyst 3750 switch can provide network DHCP services when a dedicated DHCP server is…

Cisco Partners to be Invited to Cisco’s Cloud Party

Posted on April 20, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco is making changes to its year-old cloud channel program, the networking company announced at the 2012 Cisco Partner Summit in San Diego this week. In 2011, Cisco launched its Cloud Channel Program with three roles — Cloud Builder, Cloud Provider…

Cisco to Update IP Phone Capabilities for Its Enterprise Users

Posted on April 20, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco announced that it has sold its 50 millionth IP phone, up from 30 million sold through just two years ago. The switching giant—Cisco also said it will make software for presence, instant messaging and Cisco Jabber IM clients available…

Is Catalyst 6500 Supervisor 2T Your Upgrade Answer?

Posted on April 18, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

The Catalyst 6500 Supervisor 2T was first touted to resellers and customers in 2009 under NDA. Then suddenly in 2010 the chatter went quiet, and the Nexus 5000 arrived, soon followed by the Nexus 7000. Throughout the first part of…

Cisco ASA Firewall Licensing

Posted on April 16, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco ASA firewall licensing used to be pretty simple, but as features were rolled out as licenses, the scheme became quite complex. The matters are further complicated since different appliances and versions change the rules. This document will help you…

Cisco Nexus 5500: A Viable Core Switch for the Midsized Enterprise?

Posted on April 11, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Mix of Nexus 5500 & Catalyst 6500? Hi there, Does Nexus 5500 series require a Nexus 7000 parent device? or it will be supported with Catalyst 6509? If this is the scenario : CAT6509 – Core Layer 3 CAT6509 –…

How to Configure PPP on Cisco Router？

Posted on April 9, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech |

What is PPP? Point-to-Point connection is one of the most common types of WAN connection. PPP connections are used to connect LANs to service provider WANs, and to connect LAN segments within an organization network. A LAN-to-WAN point-to-point connection is…

FAQ: Power over Ethernet (PoE) Power Requirements

Posted on March 30, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Power over Ethernet (PoE) is the ability for the LAN switching infrastructure to provide power over a copper Ethernet cable to an endpoint or powered device. This capability was developed and first delivered by Cisco in 2000 in order to…

Cisco and Lumos Networks Prepare Fiber Infrastructure for 100G Network

Posted on March 29, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco announced that Lumos Networks, a fiber-based service provider in the mid-Atlantic region, has successfully completed a technology test of Cisco’s 100 Gigabit (100G) coherent DWDM solutions across its service area. This performance validation confirms that Lumos Networks can meet…