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 ...

Cisco has long been making business routers that are rated as top performers by such electronics industry reviewers as PC Magazine and CNET. Cisco manufactures dozens of router models, but one of the ...

Hi guys, anyone can help me on how to configure/enable GVRP on my cisco switch. On the CLI, i used the command "set gvrp enable" but it wont work, it gave me "Invalid input detected". GRVP irc is on ...

Most IT pros realize that using Telnet to manage routers, switches, and firewalls is insecure. Transmitted in clear text across a network, Telnet traffic basically publicizes any login usernames and ...

I am trying to plan for a new setup of a network that currently uses D-Link switches. I am not sure whether the fibre modules of the D-Link switch (using SC-type connectors) will communicate with a ...

Cisco Systems Inc. has announced two new wiring closest switches that incorporate all of the operating system software in a networking device, allowing IT managers to turn on features as needed. The ...

The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is a necessary tool for every network administrator. You can easily configure it with just a few commands. SNMP is still the most popular way to monitor ...