MercadoIT SAN and NAS - storage systems Basically, both SAN (STORAGE AREA NETWORK) and NAS (NETWORK-ATTACHED STORAGE) are “ storage servers ” but with a closed operating system designed for storage distribution. Depending on the hardware te... Sep 24, 2026
MercadoIT Three Steps for Proper Server Configuration Keep these key points in mind when building or upgrading your server infrastructure . Servers are the core of any IT infrastructure for businesses large and small. A properly configured server infrast... Sep 24, 2026
MercadoIT Learn about the Cisco 2900 Series Routers The series Cisco The 2900 series belongs to the Integrated Services Routers. This series of routers allows users to reduce the cost of acquiring these types of devices while maintaining sustainability... Sep 24, 2026
MercadoIT Arista 7050SX-64 Switch Advanced Configuration Last week we looked at the physical specifications of the Arista Networks 7050SX-64 Ethernet Switch , and today we'll discuss redundancy in Arista equipment using the MLAG configuration. MLAG (Multi-C... Sep 24, 2026
MercadoIT Guide to Choosing a 1U Rack Server 1U rack servers are a solid investment for any small or medium-sized business, but what should you keep in mind when buying a server? Whether you’re looking for your first dedicated server or simply w... Sep 24, 2026
MercadoIT Why Buy a Cisco 3850 Catalyst Switch Cisco Catalyst 3850 switches are considered campus access devices. They are capable of operating at Layers 2 and 3 and are stackable. They offer convergence between wired and wireless networks by inte... Sep 24, 2026
MercadoIT What Is Network Latency and How to Reduce It If you’re a technician or work in the field of telecommunications and networking, you may have heard the term “network latency ” when discussing the cloud or local servers. It’s also mentioned in netw... Sep 24, 2026
MercadoIT OEM Maintenance Contracts, TPM, and Independent Maintenance Support In this article, we will explain the differences between the three types of network maintenance support used today: OEM maintenance, third-party maintenance ( TPM ), and independent maintenance , alon... Sep 24, 2026
MercadoIT NAS storage stands out for its handling of unstructured data Improvements in network-attached storage (NAS) density and performance are geared toward unstructured data workloads. Network-attached storage (NAS) is a category of file-level storage that is connect... Sep 24, 2026
MercadoIT Configuring the Juniper EX3300 in Virtual Chassis In the previous blog post "Juniper EX3300 Ethernet Switch" We looked at the main physical and software features of the EX3300 switches. Among the key physical and software features, one stood out abov... Sep 24, 2026
MercadoIT The Nike Data Center: "Just Do It" with Juniper Nike has announced a multi-year partnership with Juniper to redevelop Nike's data center infrastructure. The idea of “outsourcing” the network and/or IT functions to a provider—or keeping them in-hous... Sep 24, 2026
MercadoIT Server RAM Prices in 2026: Why They're So Volatile and How to Optimize Your Infrastructure In 2026, the price of server RAM is experiencing significant volatility. For IT managers, system integrators, and companies with infrastructure in production, this poses an added challenge when planni... Sep 24, 2026
