I'm looking to have Router-On-A-Stick configuration where the Router VM is running inside ESXi while the switch is physical. All VLAN configurations will be on the physical switch.

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 ...

Network config tools help you create powerful device settings and coordinate all devices so that they work together. Discover the best network config tools here.

The new switches and routers are part of Cisco’s larger Cisco ONE strategy of bringing greater programmability to all parts of the network.

A quick guide to managing a network switch versus a network router from PC Periodicals columnist George Cox.

Switches connect network segments, providing full-duplex communication, valuable network performance data and efficient use of network bandwidth.

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 ...

The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is a necessary tool for every network administrator. You can easily configure it with just a few commands.

Standing in the networking aisle of an electronics retail store, anybody could mistakenly pick up a router instead of an Ethernet switch or vice versa. The product packages as well as the devices ...