Tag: networking

A comprehensive guide to Network Field Day 5, featuring presentations from leading networking companies and industry experts

Analysis of Cisco's groundbreaking Nexus 3548 switch with Algo Boost technology, achieving industry-leading 190 nanosecond latency through custom ASIC development.

An analysis of Cisco's entry into Software Defined Networking with their Open Networking Environment, featuring onePK, OpenFlow integration, and expanded virtual overlay solutions.

A comprehensive schedule of technical sessions at Cisco Live 2010, featuring advanced networking, cloud computing, and service provider technologies with detailed session information and room locations.

An analysis of Cisco's Nexus 4000 blade switch, examining its role in unified data center architecture, protocol support, and integration with major blade server platforms.

An in-depth analysis of Arista Networks' cloud networking strategy, examining their Extensible Operating System (EOS), market silicon approach, and integration with VMware's virtual networking.

An analysis of Cisco's new top-tier certification, the Cisco Certified Architect (CCA), examining its requirements, board examination process, and positioning above CCIE and CCDE certifications.

A comprehensive schedule of technical sessions at Cisco Live 2009, featuring advanced networking, data center, and cloud computing topics with industry experts and thought leaders.

An in-depth look at Cisco's Nexus 2000 Fabric Extender and how it revolutionizes data center architecture by simplifying management, topology, and cost while enabling seamless 10GbE integration.

A practical guide for Cisco partners on navigating the ordering process for Nexus 5000 series switches, including FCoE configurations and licensing requirements.

Cisco expands its Nexus line with the compact 5010 switch, offering 20 ports of line-rate lossless fabric 10 Gigabit Ethernet in a cost-effective 1RU form factor.

Former Cisco Systems SVP Jayshree Ullal joins Arista Networks as CEO, bringing her expertise in data center and switching technology to pioneer new models for cloud networking.

A comprehensive analysis of network architecture requirements for VMware's Virtual Infrastructure 4 and cloud computing, examining the evolution from current infrastructures to future-ready designs.

A lighthearted look at Cisco's clever naming scheme in the Nexus 5000 switch fabric architecture, featuring a Bay Area-inspired play on words.

A review of TechWise TV's comprehensive coverage of virtualization's impact on data centers, featuring discussions on policy enforcement, security, and Cisco's Nexus 1000V.

A detailed account of taking the CCDE Practical Beta exam in Chicago, covering preparation strategies, exam experience, and reflections on the certification process.

A thank you note to fellow bloggers who referenced and discussed my content, highlighting the collaborative nature of the technical blogging community.

An in-depth analysis of Cisco's Nexus 1000V virtual switch for VMware, examining how it addresses key challenges in virtualized environments and advances the Data Center 3.0 vision.

The announcement of CCDE practical exam registration opening, along with personal reflections on the commitment and preparation required for Cisco's highest-level design certification.

An overview of Cisco's Application Extension Platform (AXP) for ISR routers, exploring its open platform capabilities, architecture, and API functionality for custom network applications.

Technical insights into Cisco's NX-OS and DCNM XML APIs, exploring their implementation of Netconf, XML-based communication, and integration capabilities with enterprise messaging systems.

A comprehensive schedule of technical sessions, keynotes, and networking events at Cisco Live 2008, highlighting key topics in data center infrastructure, network architecture, and emerging technologies.

An in-depth look at Cisco's integrated video surveillance solution for ISR routers, combining video management, storage, and encoding capabilities in network module form factors.

A curated collection of significant technical developments and resources covering L2TPv3, FCoE, TRILL architecture, IOS security, and Cisco's veterans program.

An overview of Cisco's Nexus 5020 switch, featuring 1.04 terabit switching capacity and unified 10GbE/FC connectivity, addressing the growing demands of blade centers and VMware environments.

An analysis of the challenges and solutions in integrating VMware virtualization with Cisco networks, highlighting the importance of cross-team collaboration and proper design planning.

An in-depth analysis of Cisco's revolutionary ASR1000 router architecture, featuring Linux-based IOS-XE and the 40-core QuantumFlow processor, marking a significant shift in network device design.

A comprehensive explanation of why BGP knowledge is increasingly required in corporate IT roles, covering redundant internet edges, MPLS WANs, and datacenter network virtualization scenarios.

An in-depth look at Cisco TrustSec's revolutionary approach to network security, moving from traditional IP-based access control to role-based security with identity awareness and line-rate encryption capabilities.

Recognition from Network World Magazine as one of the top 20 useful sites for Cisco networking professionals, featuring a curated collection of technical articles and resources.

A firsthand account of experiencing Cisco's revolutionary Nexus 7000 platform at their San Jose DNA lab, highlighting the attention to detail in both its technical capabilities and physical design.

A detailed analysis of the innovative usability features in Cisco's Nexus 7000 platform, from its advanced management interface to thoughtful physical design considerations that improve datacenter operations.

An in-depth analysis of Cisco's NX-OS 4.0, exploring how this next-generation network operating system brings storage-level reliability to datacenter networking with features like Virtual Device Contexts and zero-downtime upgrades.

Insights from Cisco's Senior Vice President of Data Center, Jayshree Ullal, on the revolutionary Nexus 7000 platform and its role in transforming datacenter networking.

A deep dive into Cisco's revolutionary Nexus 7000 Data Center switch, marking the arrival of Data Center 3.0 with groundbreaking features including a 15 Terabit backplane, unified fabric support, and advanced virtualization capabilities.

Second part of an in-depth interview with Russ White about the Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) certification

First part of an in-depth interview with Russ White about the Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) certification

A comprehensive breakdown of worldwide CCIE certification statistics, including total numbers across different tracks and insights into multiple certification holders.

A practical guide to configuring Cisco routers to send automated email notifications when interfaces go down using Event Manager applets, providing real-time network monitoring capabilities.

An in-depth look at Cisco's new zone-based firewall implementation in IOS, introducing improved security policies, VRF awareness, and content inspection capabilities that revolutionize network security configuration.

Overview of groundbreaking BGP enhancements and other key features in Cisco IOS 12.2(33)SXH

Comprehensive overview of new capabilities and enhancements in VMware ESX Server 3.1 and VirtualCenter 2.1

Resource highlight: Comprehensive presentation on TCL scripting and Embedded Event Manager (EEM) for Cisco IOS

Overview of key enhancements and capabilities in Cisco IOS 12.4(15)T release

A personal journey through the challenging path to achieving CCIE certification, including detailed insights into the time commitment, study strategies, and dedication required to succeed in one of IT's most prestigious certifications.

A detailed breakdown of the hardware requirements and costs for building a CCIE Storage certification lab, including creative solutions for sourcing expensive enterprise storage equipment on a budget.