Articles by tag "PoE"

1. How to Choose the Right PoE Switch for Your Network
   Selene Gong

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   Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology allows a single Ethernet cable to transmit both data and electrical power to networked devices, simplifying installations while reducing infrastructure costs. To choose the right PoE switch for your environment, you need to evaluate key factors like total ...
2. Cisco Catalyst 9300 Troubleshooting Hub – Quick Fixes & FAQ Guides
   Selene Gong

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   The Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series is widely deployed in enterprise networks for its reliability, advanced features, and scalability. However, like any enterprise-grade switch, issues can arise during daily operations—ranging from PoE failures, stack instability, boot loops, Smart Licensing ...
3. How to Build a Secure Campus Network with Cisco Catalyst – Advanced Design Guide
   Selene Gong

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   Modern campus networks face unprecedented challenges as they support diverse endpoints, higher bandwidth demands, and sophisticated security threats. With the proliferation of IoT devices, Wi-Fi 6/802.11ax, and the growing need for multigigabit connectivity, enterprise IT administrators and ICT ...
4. How to Choose the Right Enterprise Network Switch: Balancing Cost, Performance, and Reliability
   Selene Gong

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   For mid-sized ICT integrators and enterprise IT managers, choosing the right network switch is not just a technical decision — it’s a strategic one. The switch forms the backbone of your infrastructure, influencing performance, scalability, and operational resilience for years to come. ...
5. What Is PoE (Power over Ethernet) and How It Powers Modern Enterprise Networks
   Selene Gong

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   Power over Ethernet (PoE) has become a cornerstone technology for modern enterprise networks, enabling IP cameras, VoIP phones, wireless access points, and IoT devices to receive both power and data over a single Ethernet cable. By simplifying cabling, improving flexibility, and centralizing ...
6. How to Choose Cisco Stack and Power Modules for Catalyst 9200/9200L Switches
   Selene Gong

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   This guide helps ICT integrators and enterprise IT administrators select the right Cisco stack and power modules for Catalyst 9200/9200L switches. It covers technical considerations, deployment best practices, and decision guidance, while also illustrating the advantages of Router-switch ...
7. Understanding PoE, PoE+, UPOE, and High-PoE: How to Optimize Power Budget for Your Network
   Selene Gong

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   This guide explains how to plan and optimize PoE, PoE+, UPOE, and High-PoE power budgets in enterprise networks. It covers technical standards, device compatibility, and practical deployment scenarios to ensure reliable operation. Table of Contents Part 1: Overview Part 2: PoE Standards ...
8. Cisco vs. HPE Aruba vs. Juniper – Technical Comparison
   Selene Gong

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   Choosing the right networking vendor affects an organization’s network performance, operational efficiency, and long-term scalability. Cisco, HPE Aruba, and Juniper are market leaders, each offering reliable hardware and software ecosystems. Understanding their technical capabilities, ...
9. PoE 30W vs 60W vs 90W: Choosing the Right Power for Your Enterprise Network
   Selene Gong

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   As enterprise networks evolve to support Wi-Fi 7 access points, multi-radio devices, IoT sensors, and high-end cameras, Power over Ethernet (PoE) has become essential. PoE simplifies deployment by delivering both data and DC power over a single Ethernet cable. Understanding the differences ...
10. How to Choose Power Supplies for Cisco Catalyst 9300/9400/9500 Switches
    Selene Gong

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    Choosing the right power supply for your Cisco Catalyst switches is critical to ensure network reliability, minimize downtime, and support future expansion. Whether you're deploying Catalyst 9300 at the access layer, Catalyst 9400 in the distribution layer, or Catalyst 9500 at the core, ...