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VLAN Networks

VLAN Tagging - Understanding VLANs Ethernet Frames

We mentioned that Trunk Links are designed to pass frames (packets) from all VLANs, allowing us to connect multiple switches together and independently configure each port to a specific VLAN. However…

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)

Spanning Tree Protocol – Part 3: Bridge ID, Prior…

In this article we will examine the Spanning Tree Bridge ID structure, explain why it has increments of 4096, how VLAN information is embedded (for Per-VLAN Spanning Tree & multiple STP instances…

Ethernet Protocol, CSMA/CD, Collisions

Migrating From Ethernet To Fast Ethernet

In this article we will analyze the following aspects of upgrading/migrating from 10Mbit Ethernet to 100Mbit Ethernet. Cabling Incompatible Implementations Repeaters In Fast Ethernet Replacemen…

Windows Servers

New Upcoming Features in Hyper-V vNext - Free Tr…

With the release of Hyper-V vNext just around the corner, Altaro has organized a Free webinar that will take you right into the new Hyper-V vNext release. Microsoft Hyper-V MVP, Aidan Finn and Micros…

Routing

Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol - EIGRP

Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), similar to IGRP, is a Cisco proprietary routing protocol that is used to exchange routing information between different routers within a network. E…

Windows Servers

How to Install and Configure Windows 2012 DNS Ser…

Our previous article covered introduction to the Domain Name System (DNS) and explained the importance of the DNS Server role within the network infrastructure, especially when Active Directory is in…

Windows Workstations (XP, 7, 8, 10, 11)

Revealing & Backing Up Your Windows 8 – Windows 8…

Backing up your Windows License Product Key is essential for reinstallation of your Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system. In some cases, the Genuine Microsoft Label or Certificate Of Authenticit…

Linux - Unix

Configuring Linux to Act as a Firewall - Linux IP…

What exactly is a firewall? As in the non-computer world, a firewall acts as a physical barrier to prevent fires from spreading. In the computer world too, the firewall acts in a similar manner, only…

Cisco Firewalls

Cisco ASA 5500 Series Firewall Modules & Cards –…

Cisco’s Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) Firewalls are one of the most popular and proven security solutions in the industry. Since the introduction of the PIX and ASA Firewall into the market, Cisc…

Cisco Switches

Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series Zero-Downtime IOS Upgr…

The Supervisor Engine is the heart of the Cisco Catalyst 4500 and 6500 series switches. It is the equivalent of an engine in a car. Every packet that enters or exits your switch passes through the Su…

Cisco CallManager-CCME

Configuring CallManager Express (CME) To Support…

Cisco is continuously developing its CallManager Express product, introducing new features and services to help keep up with its customers' and the market’s demands. With the rapid increase of the m…

Windows Servers

Troubleshooting Windows Server 2012 R2 Crashes. A…

There are umpteen reasons why your Windows Server 2012 R2 decides to present you with a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) or the stop screen. As virtual machines become more prominent in enterprise environ…