Illustration depicting Cisco router interface settings verification using CLI commands. A terminal window with “Router# show interfaces” and a Cisco router icon with a checkmark emphasize diagnostics, configuration validation, and network reliability.

How to Verify Interface Settings

As a network engineer, ensuring that Cisco router interface settings are correctly configured is critical for maintaining network performance, security, and reliability. Verifying these settings involves checking interface settings status, IP configurations, duplex settings, and other parameters to ensure they align with the network design. This article provides a step-by-step guide to verifying Cisco router… Read more

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Cisco switch ports with Ethernet cables, illustrating Auto-MDIX automatic cable detection for straight-through and crossover connections.

What is Auto-MDIX Cisco? – Everything to Know

Auto-MDIX (Automatic Medium-Dependent Interface Crossover) is a feature supported on Cisco switches and routers that automatically detects and configures the required cable type (straight-through or crossover) for Ethernet connections. This eliminates the need for network administrators to select or use specific cables when connecting devices manually. Historical Context In the past, connecting two network devices… Read more

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