Battle on edge Cisco Catalyst series switches

Seemingly common sense, but often the most easily overlooked. In enterprise network construction, the importance of the core layer is self-evident, but the edge layer requires more attention: Where can we start with a reliable core layer?

Part 1

The Network also needs comprehensive protection to create benefits.

Modern Enterprises enjoy a convenient, fast, and efficient business environment brought about by the Network in the smart network system. At the same time, they also put forward higher requirements on the network: the border of the wireless network environment is getting wider and wider, access the environment anytime, anywhere. The network provides more and more application functions, massive high-speed data transmission, voice and multimedia information exchange. Moreover, the network must become smarter and easier to communicate.

Therefore, establishing a network environment based on a powerful core layer has become an enterprise's goal. You have benefited from the power of the application network. You rely on and cherish your network environment. You pay attention to the stability of the network. Of course, you have set up corresponding protection measures. But is that enough?

Part 2

Four questions about Network Construction

Problem 1: The loss caused by a small worm has already exceeded 10 billion USD. Yu Wei of the shock wave, many people still remember it.

Is some inconspicuous negligence from the network perimeter enough to make the entire network environment dangerous?

That's right! Security challenges often start from the network edge. To protect the network environment, the core layer protection is necessary, but the edge layer that is vulnerable to attacks is more prone to risks. Imagine the lethal effect on mobile users in the ubiquitous mobile network environment: Any end user may be attacked in other regions, and this attack will be further carried to the entire enterprise network system. Maybe your database is intact and even your host is still working, but for users, the direct problem is that the network is paralyzed and cannot be used! Keep in mind that the editing cost of a virus is very low, and various attack software programs can be downloaded at will. When you need to buy anti-virus software, the virus will cause a loss to your network!

Question 2: The Annual Business Data CEO is now in progress, cross-regional video conferences are underway, and data is being transmitted in four departments. Can your network meet so many requirements?

Must meet! Network convergence is an unstoppable trend, and mature technologies can perfectly integrate networks and communications. The network environment of the three-in-one network is covering more and more enterprises. Through a network architecture, you can save operation costs, improve product application capabilities, and enjoy the dual stability and security of communication and data transmission. Do you think the network can do more for you?

Problem 3: Software forwarding, video monitoring, timely backup ...... Is your network sometimes unable to cope with the increasing application requirements?

This is a simple online "Barrel Principle" reproduction: The application speed of the entire system is constrained by the weakest link. Sometimes, you don't have to complain that your server operations are too slow. Check your desktop traffic speed and network switching capability.

Question 4: Maybe tomorrow, the business will double, and the demand for various network applications will double. Are you ready for the network?

Simplifying management and reducing costs are the pursuit of network managers. The network environment is a complex and closely composed environment, and you will find that the network is becoming more and more picky. Remember, the network has the right to be picky, especially when it is realizing more commercial value for you. The application network system is at the forefront and will always lead your business development.

Part 3

The network ensures the smooth operation of your business. Who will ensure the smooth operation of the network?

Cisco Catalyst series switches provide the highest availability and recovery capabilities from the core to the edge. The unique Internet Operating System (IOS) provides excellent flexibility to provide uninterrupted system operation and prolong the system life.

The SMART network center is the Internet Operating System (IOS) of Cisco. This mature operating platform is constantly integrated with new functions with the development of demand and technology, it provides a flexible, reliable, and operable network hub.

At the same time, it supports high availability, security and quality of service (QoS), not only to ensure effective data forwarding, but also to divide the traffic priority based on user needs, provide the corresponding priority and bandwidth, more refined control of network resources, so as to provide integrated network services, Intelligent Service Assurance. This will enable you to start your business more economically and efficiently.

Focus on the core of the network from the edge layer, and enable your smart network!

Part 4

Cisco's point of view: the network cannot be compromised!

Build a layer-by-layer secure, stable, and integrated network. The standard is to make network users not aware of the existence of the network while enjoying the power of the network!

Network security cannot be compromised

The Catalyst 3560 uses the access control concept to fully protect the edge layer throughout the network system, so that users are protected by various measures such as permission usage and local monitoring during network access.

Based on permission settings, users, employees, managers, and technicians are intelligently divided into information access and usage levels.

The access application of a single-host user is intelligently analyzed. Any access application with virus characteristics or terminal systems without any necessary protective patches is rejected as a dangerous signal.

Network stability cannot be compromised

Core stability + application layer stability = overall network stability. The Catalyst 3560 ensures that end users and core data form a stable whole.

The perfect integration of networks cannot be compromised.

A smart network built on the basis of the Catalyst 3560, with no compromise on application functions, perfect integration of IP voice, network transmission and storage functions, and proactive configuration of gigabit desktop 10-Gigabit trunk, it reserves a broad space for user development.

Network Service quality cannot be compromised

Intelligent networks require higher service quality. The Catalyst 3560 with information priority management technology represents the highest level of network service quality.

Weak links are not allowed at any time for interlocking networks.

Network security and stability have a crucial impact on the overall business. A wise network manager will never influence the overall performance of the network. From the core to the edge, from the high end to the low end, use more options provided by the Catalyst series to make the right investment decisions, so that Cisco can create more value for your network.

The network cannot be compromised.

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