Category: General
Cisco :: Upgrade or Reimage Firepower 8300 Sensors
Recently I was tasked with upgrading some new Firepower 3D8350 sensors which would later be stacked into a 3D8360. These devices were shipped with software version 5.4.0.1 and I had a customer requirement to upgrade the sensors to version 6.2. I would normally stack these devices and upgrade them using the FMC, however, I didn’t […]
KT Labs EP4 :: Automation using Ansible for Network Engineers
In this Vlog, I discuss how Ansible can be leveraged by engineers to automate configurations and save time. Ansible files for download: https://blog.synack.co.uk/download/kt-labs-ep4-ansible-files/ More about setting up Ansible: https://wp.me/p8lfsH-mn Ansible Documentation: http://docs.ansible.com/ Getting started with automation using ansible from Kelvin Charles
Cisco :: Add Licenses to Cisco IOS Switches
In this video, I run through the configurations required to add and activate licenses on your Cisco IOS switch. A Cisco Catalyst 3750-x switch with IOS 15.x is used for this demonstration along with a SolarWinds TFTP server.
KT Labs EP3 :: How to Upgrade the IOS on a Cisco Switch
In this video, I show you how to upgrade Cisco IOS switches. In this demonstration, a Cisco Catalyst 3750-x switch is used along with a Solarwinds TFTP server.
Cisco :: 3750-x Switch Password Recovery
A quick video on how to password recover a Cisco 3750-x switch and similar models. Note: All device configurations will be lost.
Cisco :: ASA to FTD Migration Tool
In this article, I will demonstrate how to leverage the Firepower Management Center (FMC) to covert Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) configurations to Firepower Threat Defence (FTD) configurations. Using the ASA to FTD migration tool can save ample amounts of time, especially if you wish to carry over ASA ACLs and NAT rules. Before I get […]
KT Labs EP2 :: Getting Started with the ASA & ASDM
In this knowledge transfer session, I show you how to configure basic settings on the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and how we can manage the ASA using the Adaptive Security Device Manager (ASDM). Please see the video below; In the video, we couldn’t get outbound access to the Internet because of the GNS3 […]
KT Labs EP1 :: Switch Security and Device Access
Thank you to all those that attended my first live knowledge transfer session today. I plan on doing these on a regular basis, from videos that help beginners to more advanced videos that focus on Cisco certifications all the way up to CCIE level. You can view the first session below, along with the presentation […]
Cisco Quick Fix :: Save Yourself an ISE TAC Case
In this article, I want to point out something that could save you time in the future and potentially save you a TAC case. Note: This article is perfect for environments where you wish to keep the same password for local user accounts. The Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) comes packed with many good features, some […]
TechTalk :: Started from the Bottom Tech Talk
Today I would like to share a link to an interview I recently did with fellow Vlogger and now good friend Du’An. He runs a very good YouTube channel, dedicated to inspiring and sharing tech knowledge with the world, check Du’An out here: YouTube The purpose of the interview was to discuss where I started, how […]