Cisco Catalyst vs Meraki: Choosing the Right Network Gear for Your Homelab
A detailed comparison of Cisco Catalyst and Meraki for homelab use, covering cost, management, features, and which one actually makes sense for your setup.
Author: IGNA Online
Cisco networking and self-hosted homelab notes from a working network engineer.
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Getting Started with Docker: A Complete Beginner’s Guide
Everything you need to know to get started with Docker containers, from installation to Docker Compose, with practical examples for your homelab.
Cisco ASR9000 Password Recovery: My Reference Notes for Classic and 64-bit IOS XR
My reference notes for recovering access to a Cisco ASR9000: lost local password vs AAA lockout, classic vs 64-bit IOS XR, config register 0x142 on single and dual RSPs, ROMMON config bypasses and cleanup, and the sysadmin-VM route on eXR.