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What Is the USB Port on a Wireless Access Point For?
Eric Sommers: 08.27.2026
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Access Layer Economics: Why Access Switches Should Be Treated Differently
Eric Sommers: 07.20.2026
Access Layer Economics: Why Access Switches Should Be Treated Differently Not every network asset carries the same operational risk.
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PoE+ or UPoE? Why the Wrong Switch May Cause Unexpected Wi-Fi Issues
Eric Sommers: 09.17.2025
The short answer: PoE+ (30W) is still sufficient for full radio and Ethernet performance on many enterprise access points, but not all of them. Some...
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Cisco Catalyst 9300 Configuration Guide
Eric Sommers: 04.10.2025
Setup, Stacking, Passwords, and Troubleshooting When you’re rolling out a network built for speed, scale, and rock-solid reliability, Cisco’s...
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Understanding the Differences: Network Essentials vs Network Advantage
Eric Sommers: 07.01.2024
Welcome back everyone! This blog is going to quickly outline the differences between Network Essentials and Network Advantage to hopefully help you...