![PBR Configuration with Match Statements [ CCNP ENTERPRISE ]_networkjourney](https://networkjourney.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PBR-Configuration-with-Match-Statements-CCNP-ENTERPRISE-.png)
Ever found yourself in a situation where you wanted to override the default routing decisions of your router? Maybe route specific traffic over a particular WAN link? That’s where Policy-Based Routing (PBR) becomes your best friend. In my experience training hundreds of engineers, I’ve seen […]
![EIGRP for IPv6 – Routing Smarter in the Next-Gen Network Era [CCNP ENTERPRISE]](https://networkjourney.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EIGRP-for-IPv6-–-Routing-Smarter-in-the-Next-Gen-Network-Era_networkjourney-1.png)
In today’s networks, where IPv6 adoption is growing rapidly, you’ll need this skill not just for interviews and certifications but in real-world deployments too. This post will take you step-by-step through: Let’s make EIGRP for IPv6 your comfort zone. Theory in Brief – What is […]
![EIGRP Metric Calculation – Understand the Brain Behind Route Selection. [CCNP ENTERPRISE]](https://networkjourney.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/EIGRP-Metric-Calculation-–-Understand-the-Brain-Behind-Route-Selection_networkjourney.png)
We often configure EIGRP and move on, but do we ever pause and ask — how does EIGRP decide which path is the best? The answer lies in its metric calculation — the “math” behind routing decisions. Trust me, once you understand EIGRP’s metric logic, […]
![Mastering STP Tuning: Optimizing Priority & Path Cost for Smarter Network Redundancy [CCNP ENTERPRISE]](https://networkjourney.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Mastering-STP-Tuning_Optimizing-Priority_Path-Cost-for-Smarter-Network-Redundancy_networkjourney.png)
I want to walk you through something that may seem subtle at first glance—but is absolutely critical when building reliable, loop-free Layer 2 networks: STP tuning. Whether you’re preparing for a CCNP certification, managing a growing enterprise network, or simply refining your EVE-NG lab skills, […]
![MST Region Configuration Explained: Streamlining Spanning Tree for Scalable Networks [CCNP Enterprise]](https://networkjourney.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/MST-Region-Configuration-Explained_Streamlining-Spanning-Tree-for-Scalable-Networks_networkjourney.png)
Today I want to make your STP game stronger with a concept that often confuses even seasoned engineers: Multiple Spanning Tree (MST) Region Configuration. If you’ve worked with classic STP or even Rapid-PVST, you know how tricky it gets as your network grows. MST brings […]
![MAC Address Table Lookup Deep Dive: Mastering Switch-Level Visibility [CCNP Enterprise]](https://networkjourney.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/MAC-Address-Table-Lookup-Deep-Dive_networkjourney.png)
If you’ve ever faced a scenario where you’re asking, “Where is this device plugged in?”, then you know how crucial the MAC Address Table Lookup is. Whether you’re chasing down rogue devices, optimizing switch performance, or preparing for CCNP exams, knowing how to navigate the […]
![Are Hypervisors Replacing Bare Metal in 2025? Here’s What You Should Know. [CCNP ENTERPRISE]](https://networkjourney.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Are-Hypervisors-Replacing-Bare-Metal-in-2025_networkjourney.png)
Today we’re diving into a topic I often discuss with students, clients, and fellow engineers — should you deploy your network on a hypervisor or go bare metal? When I started building labs and handling client deployments, I thought bare metal was always the “pro” […]
![How Can GRE Tunnel Help Connect Remote Sites? Full Cisco Setup Guide [CCNP Enterprise]](https://networkjourney.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/How-Can-GRE-Tunnel-Help-Connect-Remote-Sites_networkjourney.png)
I’m bringing you one of the most essential yet often misunderstood technologies in networking — GRE Tunnels. I’ve seen students struggle to understand why or how GRE is used, and I completely understand! When I first came across GRE, I kept wondering how traffic magically […]
![Network Design: High Availability vs Load Balancing – Know When to Choose What? [CCNP Enterprise]](https://networkjourney.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Network-Design_High-Availability-vs-Load-Balancing-–-Know-When-to-Choose-What_networkjourney.png)
I want to simplify one of the most misunderstood concepts in enterprise networking—High Availability (HA) versus Load Balancing. Over the years of designing, training, and troubleshooting production networks, I’ve seen engineers confuse these two techniques or treat them as interchangeable. Trust me, understanding their unique […]
