Five things you should know about configuring a Cisco IOS switch Your email has been sent Once you're ready to make the jump to a more sophisticated switch, what do you need to know? Let's answer some ...

Many administrators forget—or don’t even realize—that they can configure Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) on Cisco IOS routers and switches. David Davis discusses the pros and cons of this ...

Is Cisco gear high-priced but worth the investment because of quality support and advanced features -- or just plain high-priced? Cisco Systems Inc. is the dominant LAN switch vendor, both in the ...

Cisco Packet Tracer gives networking learners a realistic way to practice configurations without needing physical routers or switches. Covering essential CCNA topics like VLANs, routing, and NAT, it ...

VLANs and trunking are essential for building efficient, secure, and scalable networks. By segmenting traffic and using 802.1Q trunks, you can extend VLANs across devices without losing isolation.

Sample Design and Configuration for Layer 2 Out-of-Band Deployment Sample Design and Configuration for Layer 3 Out-of-Band Deployment This chapter covers the configuration of the Out-of-Band (OOB) ...