Cisco Router & Switch Basics - Best Practices

Key Concepts:

• Disable CDP/LLDP on Unused Ports
• Disable CDP/LLDP Globally if Not Needed
• Adjust CDP/LLDP Timers Based on Environment
• Be Aware of CDP/LLDP Vulnerabilities and Security Risks
• Use Descriptive and Meaningful Hostnames
• Use Consistent Naming Conventions
• Use Descriptions on Interfaces
• Use Consistent IP Addressing Schemes
• Document and Label IP Addresses
• Enable Auto-Negotiation for Speed/Duplex by Default