WHITE PAPER:
Compared to classic hierarchical Ethernet architectures, Ethernet fabrics provide the higher levels of performance, utilization, availability and simplicity required to meet the business needs of data centers today and into the future.
WHITE PAPER:
In this white paper, we will address the basics of this Layer 2 technology and help you get your network switch up and running. For our examples, we will use Cisco's 2950 switch.
EGUIDE:
This Tech Guide from SearchNetworking.com explores emerging network virtualization protocols and strategies, and uncovers the need for software-defined networking in cloud environments.
SOFTWARE LISTING:
The Cisco Catalyst® 2950 Series Intelligent Ethernet switches is an affordable line of fixed-configuration Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet switches that extend intelligence to the metro access edge.
EGUIDE:
This E-Guide from SearchNetworking.com describes why building a private cloud can be hostile to the physical network as we know it. Explore why physical networks don’t cut it in the private cloud and what must be done to ensure cloud success.
WHITE PAPER:
Server virtualization can quickly result in excessively complex network ports if you don't have a plan. This white paper explores the factors that can lead to GbE port bloat, including physical server connection paradigms and security procedures.
CASE STUDY:
The Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Switch with Supervisor Engine 720-3BXL enabled Unique at Zurich Airport to successfully implement network virtualization using MPLS VPN technology.
WHITE PAPER:
In this whitepaper you will learn about the evolution of Ethernet, the reasons VLANs were introduced, and the ways that VLANs can be used.
CASE STUDY:
BGMX's primary challenge is having the proper bandwidth to adhere to all VLAN specifications in PCI compliance standards. Desko also must meet even tighter SAS-70 regulations, as well as his bank's internal security guidelines.
