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We currently have a pretty simple network setup: one firewall/router, one subnet (192.168.0.x), a pair of ProCurves, and one DHCP server (Win2K3 domain controller). However: - It's possible for ...

I recently installed a new Unifi 24-port switch and a NanoHD access point. Other than setting up a basic WiFi in the house and getting all of my network moved over to the new switch and AP, I had a ...

A strong layer 2 switch can be a great springboard for actually learning about your home network ...

To begin, we must have a more formal definition of what a LAN is. LAN stands for local area network. Hubs and switches usually are thought of as participating in a single LAN. Normally, if you connect ...

Fast enough for Fibre 300 Can configure VLANs on internal network (not VLAN tagging on WAN). Not much budget for anything these days unfortunately, but keen to see what's out there.

A virtual LAN (VLAN) is a broadcast domain created by switches. VLANs are a convenient way to connect ports from different switches and different buildings onto the same network and broadcast domain, ...

When it comes to configuring a new Cisco router, much of the configuration depends on what type of router it is as well as the purpose it will serve. However, every administrator has his or her own ...

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) ...