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Check Dell Service tag
To check the service tag for a Dell device: 1. Go to Dell's official support website: https://www.dell.com/support/home/en-us/product-support/servicetag 1. There should be an option for "Support" or "Check Warranty"…
Cisco License Installation Guide CLI Method
This guide outlines the steps for installing a license on a Cisco router using the Command Line Interface (CLI). The process involves copying the license to the router's flash memory, installing the license, and…
DL380 vs DL385 servers, what is the difference?
The primary difference between the HP ProLiant DL380 and DL385 servers lies in the type of processors they support: 1. HP ProLiant DL380: This server model supports Intel processors and Intel Xeon Scalable processors.…
Can i mix HP Generation XX ram in a Generation YY server?
No this does not work. HP is very stringent about which modules are used and there is no interoperability between different generations of servers. Map Out Error Degraded When it comes to the seamless operation of…
What is the difference between compatible, supported and original SFPs?
The landscape of Small Form-factor Pluggables (SFPs) consists of Compatible, Supported, and Original or Official SFPs. Each type offers unique features and considerations, from universal compatibility to brand-specific…
What is the difference between ES5D00X4SA00 and ES5D000X4S00? ES5D00X4SA00 vs ES5D000X4S00
For the S5700SI and S5700EI models, the correct model number is ES5D000X4S00. For the S5700HI model, the correct model number is ES5D00X4SA00. Huawei's S5700 Series offers a range of network switches designed to meet…
How do you check if a cisco product is end of life?
There are three ways to check if a cisco product is end of life. Either check the global END-OF-LIFE announcement page, by using the serial number checker tool (sncheck) which includes information about the end of sales…
is the ASR-920-24TZ-M end of life? EOL?
This switch is not end of life End of sale: Not Announced End of support: Not Announced last checked: 2023-05-11 (may 11 2023) Source: https://cway.cisco.com/sncheck/ with ASR-920-24TZ-M serial
What information is available in the Cisco serial checker tool?
The serial number checking tool does not verify ownership It is important to note that while checking the contract status of a device's serial number provides valuable information about the device's warranty status and…
Checking the Contract Status of Your Device
Cisco provides a tool for checking the contract status of a device's serial number. A claimed serial number means that it is linked to a Cisco customer account. It is important to verify if a serial number has been…
How to Verify Cisco Serial number, Product Warranty and Coverage Status
https://cway.cisco.com/sncheck/ is the URL for the Cisco Serial Number Check Tool, which is an online tool provided by Cisco to allow users to verify the warranty and coverage status of their Cisco products. By entering…
RDP not working when logged into Microsoft account
There are two ways to create accounts in windows, local accounts and through microsoft accounts. Local accounts are generally a sound choice because of windows telemetry, however if you want to link your windows license…
ASR Meaning: What does Cisco ASR mean? Understanding Cisco's Aggregation Services Router Series
TLDR: ASR = Aggregation Services Router An Aggregation Services Router (ASR) is a type of computer that helps people and businesses connect to the internet. It's like a traffic director that directs the flow of…
What is the difference between WS-C3650-24PS-S and WS-C3650-24TD-L
The WS-C3650-24PS-S and WS-C3650-24TD-L are both Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series switches, but they have some key differences: 1. Power over Ethernet (PoE): The WS-C3650-24PS-S supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), which…
Cisco ASR-920, How do i connect to the console?
💡TLDR: A920-CONS-KIT-S(=), converts the mini-usb port to a console connection The cable you need is called the A920-CONS-KIT-S(=) console cable kit. This kit includes a console cable that has a mini-USB connector on one…
How to show the most common hardware information from a JL354A, Aruba-2540-24G-4SFPP, switch
Aruba-2540-24G-4SFPP# show version Image stamp: /ws/swbuildm/rel_venice_qaoff/code/build/cpm(swbuildm_rel_venice_qaoff_rel_venice)Mar 26 2018 23:15:36YC.16.05.0007136Boot Image: Primary Boot ROM Version:…
What are NNI and UNI ports on access switches?
These distinctions are common in metro area networking were an ISP needs to keep track of their uplink and downlink ports. NNI ports = Network Interface Port = Uplink port = WAN ports. NNI port characteristics include…
What is localhost, 127.0.0.1 and loopback-address ? Hint: Different ways to reference your computer
tldr: the dns name Localhost or ip address 127.0.0.1 is a reserved network address that always mean YOUR OWN COMPUTER/HOST/NODE, these addreses are assigned to the loopback interface. Localhost or 127.0.0.1 are by…
KVM vs ILO/IDRAC/IPMI for out of band management
tldr: ILO is integrated and requires more configuration, KVM can be installed a top of rack switch but not give power on/off functionality like KVM more here soon
What is "Cut-through", "store and forward" and "fragment free" switching methods?
Switching methods forward layer 2 frames in different ways * Cut through * Store and forward * Fragment free Cut-through switching reads only the the destination part of mac header which means that the switch will begin…