TCAM :: Fundamental Switch Operations
Two tables are used in switch operations, CAM and TCAM. We visited the CAM table in an earlier discussion. In this post we briefly talk about Ternary Content Addressable Memory, or TCAM. Why is it...
View ArticleCSMA/CD :: Fundamental Switch Operation
CSMA/CD, or Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection, is an access method used in Ethernet. When a device is about to send data over the network, it will sense if another device is...
View ArticleNavigating IOS CLI Like a Ninja
I’m always looking for ways to be more efficient with my work. And when little things like this come my way, I be sure to memorize it and share it. Here are different keystrokes to help you move around...
View Article7 Free Tools for Network Administrators (#3 is Essential!)
When it comes to building your toolbox we all have a few select favorites. Many tools come and go but there are those that have stuck around for the long haul. The ones you install on new computers and...
View ArticleHow To Install GNS3 1.0 on Windows 8.1
GNS3 1.0 was released to the world on October 21st, 2014. I have been using previous versions of GNS3 for some time now to simulate networks and to practice for my Cisco certifications. For those of...
View ArticleHow To Create a Read Only User in Cisco IOS
Sometimes you will have vendors or junior network administrators needing access to your network equipment. Giving them the keys to the kingdom is not the best decision. Additionally, you’ll need to...
View ArticleConfiguring PAgP EtherChannel
There are three different methods to create an EtherChannel. One of them is Cisco’s own proprietary protocol, PAgP, Port Aggregation Protocol. It is similar to LACP which is the industry standard. A...
View ArticleWindows Server NLB VIP Multicast Mode Through Cisco Switch
If you are unable to connect to a Windows Server Network Load Balancing (NLB) Virtual IP address configured for Multicast Mode it is because of the way your Cisco switch interacts with Microsoft NLB....
View ArticleConfiguring Cisco Nexus vPC
Cisco’s vPC is a virtual port-channel which allows links physically connected to two different switches to appear as a single device to a downstream device as part of a single port-channel. To learn...
View ArticleHow To Configure Cisco NetFlow
NetFlow is used to collect data flows from interfaces. The information can be stored on the switch but more commonly sent to a server which collects the NetFlow data and spits it out into something...
View ArticleCAM Table – Fundamental Switch Operations
We dig in deeper into the operations of a switch in the CCNP SWITCH Official Certification Guide. The CAM table is one of the fundamental operations of a switch. It’s not only important for the 642-813...
View ArticleCommon Wi-Fi Issues Caused by Wired Problems
Recently, Rowell joined NetAlly on a webinar to discuss common Wi-Fi issues caused by wired problems. Often times, Wi-Fi gets blamed for nearly every networking problem. But after doing some...
View ArticleLink Aggregation with Wi-Fi 6E Access Points
Up until now, we’ve been using access points (APs) with a single Ethernet connection of up to 1 Gbps. With Wi-Fi 6E APs we will begin to see dual Multi-gigabit (mGig) Ethernet ports in either 2.5 Gbps...
View ArticleIntegrating Catalyst and Meraki Cloud
Meraki is evolving their cloud architecture to meet changing workforce demands. Hybrid options are desired by 47% of employees and 13% are more productive when working from home1. Network operators are...
View ArticleCloud-Native Juniper EX4100
AI-driven network infrastructure is gaining momentum. Juniper Mist has seen campus switching revenue increase 70%. Integration of Mist within the Juniper network stack takes aim at solving some of the...
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Integrating Catalyst and Meraki Cloud
Meraki is evolving their cloud architecture to meet changing workforce demands. Hybrid options are desired by 47% of employees and 13% are more productive when working from home1. Network operators are...
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Cloud-Native Juniper EX4100
AI-driven network infrastructure is gaining momentum. Juniper Mist has seen campus switching revenue increase 70%. Integration of Mist within the Juniper network stack takes aim at solving some of the...
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