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New Catalyst 3650 Series, Main FEATURES, Comparisons, Modules and Supports

Posted on November 22, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches are enterprise-class, stackable access switches that provide the foundation for full wired and wireless convergence on a single platform. Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches are…

Cisco IP Phone 7861 vs. Cisco IP Phone 7841 vs. Cisco IP Phone 7821

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

The CiscoIP Phone 7800 Series debuts at the annual Collaboration Summit 2013. Designed to improve your organization’s people-centric communications, CiscoIP Phone 7800 Series is a cost-effective, high-fidelity voice communications portfolio,…

New Cisco IP Phone 7800 Series Overview

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

Cisco delivered new enterprise collaboration solutions designed for the modern workspace at its annual Collaboration Summit event 2013. It focuses on delivering innovations that embrace the modern workspace and enable…

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…

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…

Cisco 2960 vs. Catalyst 3560

Posted on November 13, 2013 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

“Hi, I’m trying to decide between the 2960 and 3560 switch for one of my production networks. What are the pros/cons of each? From Cisco’s website it says 2960 is…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Cisco Open-Sources H.264 Codec to Boost Web Videoconferencing

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

Preface: Cisco Systems wants the H.264 video codec to be the default standard for real-time communications on the Web, and is willing to put up its own money to make…

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,…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 …

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.…