Mastering EIGRP Router ID Configuration

EIGRP router ID is a 32-bit unique identifier identifying the router in the EIGRP domain. The router ID (RID) is represented in the same way as the IPv4 address. The router ID is used both in EIGRP and OSPF, while the role of the router ID is more significant in OSPF. EIGRP automatically selects the… Read more

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DHCPv4 relay process

What is DHCPv4 Relay?

In enterprise networks, dedicated servers are usually used to provide DHCP, DNS, TFTP, and FTP services. The clients are not generally on the same subnet as those servers. The clients used to broadcast messages to locate the servers and get services. Now, look at the figure below. Laptop0 is attempting to acquire an IPv4 address… Read more

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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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