Nothing is stopping you from expanding your network exactly how you want it. Once you have Cisco’s switch stacking products, anyway.
Cisco’s switch-stacking capabilities make expanding and managing your network simple and cost-effective with minimal effort so you can build a network that can grow as big as you imagine without wasting space.
Below are some key benefits of using Cisco’s switch stacking network infrastructure to benefit your business’ network effectiveness and bottom line.
Only Pay For What You Want
You only need to attach more switches to your stack rather than get a switch with more port capacity.
Before switch stacking, upgrading your network would be a costly endeavor. With most switches having around 100 ports, if you wanted to add one more computer to your network, your only option was to upgrade to a 150-port switch. These upgrades are pricey and, frankly, overkill for most network expansions.
Now, there’s switch stacking ready to save the day. Switch stacking allows you to stack other switches onto your master switch to add as many ports as you need. It will allow your network to expand as big as you desire and save a ton of money by not forcing you to spend more port capacity than you need.
Don’t Let One Bad Switch Ruin The Fun
Without effective switch stacking, your network can feel like a house of cards. If just one piece fails to do its job, the whole thing comes crashing down, and it’s painstaking to rebuild it all.
By using switch stacking, you don’t have to stress about a faulty switch disrupting your network. If your switch goes haywire, you can simply do the ol’ switcheroo and replace it with a fresh one without knocking your network offbeat.
You don’t even have to replace it, as your network will continue to run smoothly as long as the master switch is still functioning. Even if your master switch is on the fritz, you can still be in good shape, as your switch stack can also contain a backup switch for the master that can keep your network running without missing a beat.
Use One Switch To Rule Them All
Managing and calibrating all of your switches individually doesn’t typically sound like someone’s idea of having fun. It can be time-consuming to constantly adjust and watch over each individual switch to make sure it works.
With switch stacking, all you have to do is ensure that your switches follow the master switch. All the switches will just fall in line with the master, and the master switch will do the heavy lifting of modifying your new switches for you.
Having the master switch take charge makes it incredibly easy to manage the whole stack simultaneously. In addition, it concentrates your network on just the master switch’s capabilities and makes sure your network gets the most out of its targeted features.
Ready To Switch?
If you’re ready to make managing your network stress-free, switch your network infrastructure to Cisco.
At Procellis, we’re experts in Cisco products and have a wealth of knowledge handling the most critical aspects of your IT infrastructure. We’d be happy to revamp your network for you. Contact us if you’re ready to get started or want more information about Cisco can make your life easier.
