SFP+ switch coming from Alta Labs
Be on the lookout for this 12 SFP+ ports in a smaller form factor from Alta Labs. Might be something the tower folks have been looking for. Just saying
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Troubleshooting FCS and RX Errors: What They Mean and How to Fix Them on Your Network Gear
If you’ve ever dug into the interface stats on a router or switch and seen a growing count of FCS errors or RX errors, you’re likely wondering: what do these mean—and should I be worried? The short answer: yes, you should investigate. These errors can indicate deeper issues in your network that may be causing … Read more
Understanding Switch Buffer Bloat: The Hidden Network Performance Killer
one lesser-known issue that can quietly degrade network performance is switch buffer bloat. This often-overlooked problem can significantly impact the quality of your network
Understanding Switch Trunk Ports: Cisco vs. Dell and Other Vendors
In modern networking, switch trunk ports play a vital role in ensuring smooth communication across VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks). While the concept of a trunk port is consistent across networking vendors, the implementation details can vary. In this blog post, we’ll explore what a trunk port is, why it’s used, and how Cisco, Dell, … Read more
What is Buffer Bloat in network switches?
What is Buffer Bloat? Buffer bloat refers to excessive data buffering within network devices such as routers or switches. These devices utilize buffers to hold incoming and outgoing data packets temporarily. However, when these buffers become overfilled due to congestion or mismatches in data transfer speeds, it increases latency and reduces network performance. How Does … Read more
Alta Labs Poe Switch first look on j2Sw.com
My test switch form Alta labs has arrived. More posts coming soon. I am so excited I had to snap quick photo of it
Switch VLAN configuration de-mystified
There seems to be a great deal of confusion when it comes to VLAN configuration across different platforms. In this article, I am going to clarify some often misunderstood terms and bad configurations I see. Let’s start with some terms Tagged Frame – A tagged frame includes a VLAN ID in the header. Untagged Frame … Read more
Opinions on Versitron SG162147M switch?
Has anyone used one of these switches?https://www.versitron.com/product/all-fiber-switches/SG162147M-16port-101001000-fiber-optic-switch-sfp-technology-1g10g-management-features Their sales staff has been very helpful. I have not come across a switch manufacturer that has had no software updates to their product. I asked about firmware and software updates and they do not have any. The switch itself looks very intriguing for the WISP market. It’s … Read more
Cambium cnMatric switch web overview
A quick run-through of the cnMatrix Web interface from Cambium Networks.
Quick look at Cambium cnMatrix switch console
A quick look at the console interface of a Cambium cnMatrix switch
RADWIN IDU-S Switch
Radwin has announced a new interesting switch. Some highlights » 540W total PoE budget » 90Watt per PoE port » 4x PoE up to 2.5G » 2x combo ports up to 1G (PoE or SFP) » 2x 1G SFP ports » 2 x 10/1GbE uplink SFP + ports » Dual DC power input (redundancy) » … Read more