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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…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Cisco Expands SMB Networking, UC Portfolio

Posted on April 13, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco expands technology portfolio for small businesses to enable customers to get the most out of mobility and cloud solutions. New product portfolio creates the right network to allow small…

Cisco Integrated Services Routers G1, EOL Announcement

Posted on April 12, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco Integrated Services Router 1841, 2800, and 3800 Series product families have lead the access routing market for the past 6 years; however with greater demands in the branch for…

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…

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…

“Where we buy is where we grow”—Cisco CEO

Posted on April 9, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Cisco CEO, John Chambers, spent Good Friday reflecting on Cisco Systems’s resurrection as a more formidable competitor, after his team took the company through a major reorganization. “The market changed on…

Why Cisco is the Best…? Why Router-switch.com…?

Posted on April 6, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Why Cisco Hardware? Besides the leading networking giant, Cisco technology and Cisco hardware influence the whole networking world, for it is always supplying the advanced networking solutions and perfect Cisco…

Cisco Adds Apps, Home Control to New Smart Routers‎

Posted on April 6, 2012 by RouterSwitch Tech | 0 Comments

Falling in love with a new Cisco router for your home network? Cisco unveiled on Thursday a new line of Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers with app-enabled capabilities, the EA Series…

Cisco, EMC Team Up on IT Certification Program

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

Training and Certifications Enable Organizations to Maximize Benefits of Transformational IT Technologies Networking firm Cisco has partnered with information infrastructure and virtual infrastructure hardware, software, and services provider EMC to…

A Tale of Cisco, Cisco Network & Cisco Equipment

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

Cisco’s History—Cisco, founded in 1984 by a married couple(Len Bosack and Sandy Lerner) who worked as computer operations staff members at Stanford University, is a worldwide network giant in providing…

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…

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…

IPv6: The Internet for Generations to Come

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

IPv6: The Internet for Generations to Come Industry leaders share their point of view on the important role of the next-generation Internet. Cisco and others won’t be left behind on…