Eric Sommers

Cisco Hardware Lead Times Update

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Cisco Hardware Lead Times Update

Like most things that got interrupted when COVID hit in 2020, so too did the supply chain Cisco used to build its products. We saw 4- to 12-week Cisco lead times skyrocket to 200 to 300+ days. We even saw as many as 430+ days quoted!

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Which Cisco Nexus Switch is Right For Me?

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Which Cisco Nexus Switch is Right For Me?

Among the wide range of modular and fixed-configuration switches Cisco offers, Catalyst and Nexus switches are the most popular. The main difference...

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Maintenance crew recovering IT Assets

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Unlocking the Full Potential of IT Asset Recovery

In today’s fast-paced IT landscape, managing the lifecycle of your hardware is as crucial as the technology itself. IT Asset Recovery stands out as a...

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UPoE Me, Please!!

Did you know that access points can behave differently depending on how much power they are receiving? The addition of a new device drawing the...

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Want to Manage C9300s in the Meraki Dashboard?

Interested in adding C9300s to the Meraki Dashboard?

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What's the Difference Between Software Updates and Software Upgrades?

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What's the Difference Between Software Updates and Software Upgrades?

It’s easy to use the terms “software update” and “software upgrade” interchangeably, but when it comes to determining what you need to meet your...

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Network Hardware Buying Guide

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Network Hardware Buying Guide

Whether you’re heading into hardware procurement to find the latest and greatest network devices or shopping for secondary market hardware, there are...

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Two women standing near networking devices talking while looking at a laptop

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Common Support Issues & Resolutions for Popular Cisco Devices

There’s no doubt Cisco is the most popular OEM in the industry. They build superior products that last. But like everything else, sometimes their...

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How to Reduce Your Risk of Network Downtime

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How to Reduce Your Risk of Network Downtime

When the network goes down, all eyes are on you. Downtime means lost business, lost revenue, more overtime, and lots of stress spread between you and...

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How to Reset Your Cisco 9300 Switch Password

There are three main reasons you may need to reset your Cisco Catalyst 9300 series switch password: either you’re locked out, your admin is longer...

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IT Asset Recovery: Fast Track Your Network's Financial Gain

As an IT professional, you’re familiar with the equipment graveyard present in many offices. Dusty old hardware, destined for the trash heap —...

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Sales Engineer Pro Tips for Navigating the Secondary Market

When it comes to technology, everyone wants the hot new item, but the pretty new things aren’t always in your budget. This is certainly true in the...

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Cisco IOS Updates Without SMARTnet

Did you know that IOS updates are available from Cisco and DO NOT always require a SMARTnet contract?

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