Top Tools a Data Center tech should have
Anyone who works in a data center needs the following tools. Some are essential, and some make their life easier. We all want work to be easier, right? These are just five tools I think everyone who visits a data-center …
Mass Deleteing hosts in LibreNMS
I recently worked on a network where we re-piped around four hundred hosts. These four hundred hosts were being monitored by LibreNMS. The question is how to delete this many hosts. I credit https://www.incredigeek.com/home/librenms-bulk-delete/ for this tutorial. I will only add that …
Alta labs network at a glance
A quick post about the Alta Labs network view front eh iPhone app.
Amazon Prime Deal: Keep your stuff charged
If you are like me, you spend a lot of time in data centers. One challenge is keeping your phone charged. I like carrying a battery around so I don’t have to find outlets. https://amzn.to/4cBkhESINIU Portable Charger, Slimmest 10000mAh 5V/3A …
LibreNMS new install and all devices were in warn
I recently installed LibreNMS for monitoring some LTE clients. These clients reboot every morning at 3am. This is important to know. When I added them, they all showed up in a warning state. Some google searches said this was due …
Getting the most out of your tower climbs
I have wanted to write this article for a while. When the topic is fresh in my mind, I am usually too tired from a day of climbing. By the time things get around, the lessons learned have escaped me. …
Designing a modular network
Several of you have heard me discuss modular network design, which has five distinct advantages. 1. ScalableYou can upgrade pieces more easily than all-in-one devices. Upgrading a certain module for that big new client might mean the difference between being …
What is a Data Center Interconnect
As you become more familiar with Cisco Data Center terminology, you will encounter the term DCI. A DCI is a Data Center Interconnect. DCIs typically fall into three categories. Dark Fiber (CWDM/DWDM)MPLS Layer 2 VPN (VPWS/VPLS)MPLS Layer 3 VPN A …
Mikrotik chains explained
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The Cloud Under the Sea article
This is a great read (and well-put-together post) about undersea cables and their vital role in the Internet.https://www.theverge.com/c/24070570/internet-cables-undersea-deep-repair-ships