how to link binding between two edge modem .
hi we have a plant in village side where we get limited bandwidth to use recently my boss tell me to try improve internet bandwidth there our only hope mobile internet we use 2 modem there,so my key...
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Organize VLAN in switch
Hi,I manage my enterprise network and now i'm trying to simplifly some connections and configurations.Now I have to manage a 4 switch stack plus 2 more switch with several VLAN in it.With time passing...
View Article48 port Gigabit POE Switch Reccomendation
I need to replace a Netgear 24 port GS724TPS, with an 48 port switch equivalent.POE is only needed on 4-9 of the ports, and the switch won't need to be stackable. I like the idea of HP Procurve's with...
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Advice on routing short fiber run in server room.
We are in the process of cleaning up our server room (again) after some construction and equipment moves. I have a stack of switches that connects to our server rack via fiber. I need to move the...
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Round-robin v Star formation for switches
Currently I have my main switches configured in a "Round-Robin" type configuration as below:The switches detailed above are all Gigabit. Despite this, I have a number of users complaining of slow...
View ArticleIP Addresses - moving from Layer3 to Layer2
I have an offsite backup server (BU) that sits on a subnet and connects to our domain via VPN. We have two live VM's running on there as failover, and four servers replicated from our main domain...
View ArticleNetworking Certifications
I am currently an entry level IT Technician. However, I want to move into Networking. What certification is a good base after the A+ to move into networking?
View ArticleNew to networks, wiring closet question.
I recently got a job in IT support at a few local primary schools in my area. Simple first line tech support, fixing software issues, imaging PC's, you know the stuff. I have a strong interest in...
View ArticleBest ways to block Bit Torrent Users within a SOHO network
Hi Guys,Ive been pondering this for some time now and have yet to find a good solution. In my home, I share a network with 4 other people. One of them being my brother, which in this story, is the...
View ArticleEthernet Connection Issues
I am using a Cat 5e ethernet cable. When I plug it into my personal laptop the connection works perfectly. However, when i plug it into my co-workers laptop the connection cuts on and off. I have tried...
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Correct combination of layer 2 and layer 3 switches
Trying to figure out if I can get by with a mix of L2 and L3 switches, or if I need to get all L3 switches. Right now it's hooked up like this (how I found it):But as-is, the two subnets are not...
View ArticleThe DCK Guide to the As-a-Service Revolution
There is a new type of revolution happening. This time, it revolves around services and delivery models. The proliferation of cloud has created new types of service models aimed at very direct...
View ArticleWhat 5 port switches do you use in an Enterprise for failover devices
Just wondering what switches people are using in an enterprise environment for network clustered gear. We are using old unmanaged Linksys switches, but I am interested in replacing them with smaller /...
View ArticleDoes anyone know where to find a network test plan when we change things?
When we make changes, we do our best to remember to test everything, but we ALWAYS miss something.I would like a more formal document or checklist we print out, make our changes to the network, then...
View ArticleMonitor that pings remote IP
Just wondering if I can setup a monitor that pings a remote IP and notifies me if it's down.
View ArticleNetwork Tester
HiWe need a network tester for tracing faults in the cabling of an office we have. There are about 50 ports but the patch panel numbers to not seem to match the numbers on the patch ports in the...
View ArticleIP camera access.
I'm very green to this. I have an ip camera with no software. I want to mount it on wall to watch my reef aquarium when i'm not home. I under some of port forwarding. I am looking for some software...
View ArticleSite to Site VPN/IPsec
Hey guys,I used to have configured at work, IPSec tunnel (Site to site) between our 2 offices. On each site, Cyberoam Firewall.At home, I would like to do the same, without that costly hardware. let me...
View ArticleVLAN Tagging Question
Hi All,Here is the scenario:I have a long run of CAT5e cable that needs to go from a main office to a building 300 plus feet away while passing through a building in between the two (that's just how...
View ArticleHP 2920 Switch problem
I have a problem with hp 2920-48g switch which is , i previously configured the username and password and all the settings i need and put the switch away for an emergency situation on standby ( OFF in...
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