IT Equipment and Accessories

  • Dell PowerEdge R740: Dual Intel Xeon processors, up to 3 TB RAM, 24 bays.
  • HP ProLiant DL380 Gen10: Dual CPUs, scalable, supports up to 192 TB storage.
  • Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650: Dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors, high density.
  • Cisco UCS C240 M6: Multi-node, scalable, high performance.
  • IBM Power System S922: Power9 architecture, supports AI workloads.
  • Types: Desktops, Laptops, Thin Clients
  • Versions/Examples:
    • Windows 10, Windows 11 Pro: Common OS for business use.
    • Ubuntu 22.04: Linux alternative for software development or technical tasks.
  • Properties:
    • Processor: At least Intel i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 for standard tasks, i7 or Ryzen 7 for intensive work.
    • RAM: Minimum 8 GB, preferably 16 GB or more
    • Storage: SSD (256 GB or more)
    • Network Interface Card (NIC): Gigabit Ethernet
  • Types: Managed, Unmanaged, Layer 2, Layer 3
  • Versions/Examples:
    • Cisco Catalyst 9200: Managed, Layer 3 switch, ideal for medium to large businesses.
    • NETGEAR GS108: Unmanaged switch, Layer 2, suitable for small setups.
  • Properties:
    • Port count: Typically 8, 16, 24, or 48 ports
    • Speed: Gigabit (1 Gbps) or Multi-gigabit (10 Gbps)
    • VLAN Support (for segmented networks)
    • Power over Ethernet (PoE) for powering devices like IP phones and cameras
  • Types: Enterprise, Consumer, Virtual
  • Versions/Examples:
    • Cisco ISR 4000 Series: Enterprise-level router with security features.
    • Ubiquiti UniFi Security Gateway: Good for SMB setups.
  • Properties:
    • Firewall capabilities
    • VPN support for remote access
    • QoS (Quality of Service) for traffic prioritization
    • Multi-WAN support for failover
  • Types: Hardware, Software, Cloud-based
  • Versions/Examples:
    • Fortinet FortiGate 60F: High-performance hardware firewall.
    • pfSense (Software firewall): Highly customizable, open-source firewall.
  • Properties:
    • Intrusion detection/prevention (IDS/IPS)
    • Content filtering
    • Application control
    • Bandwidth management and monitoring
  • Types: NAS (Network Attached Storage), DAS (Direct Attached Storage), Cloud Storage
  • Versions/Examples:
    • Synology DiskStation DS920+: Popular NAS option with RAID support.
    • Dell EMC PowerVault ME4 Series: Enterprise DAS solution.
  • Properties:
    • Capacity: Depending on needs, typically 1 TB and above.
    • Redundancy: RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 6 for fault tolerance
    • Transfer speeds: SATA, SSD, or NVMe drives for faster access
  • Types: Ethernet cables, Patch panels, Cable organizers
  • Versions/Examples:
    • Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a Ethernet cables for LAN
  • Properties:
    • Shielded vs. unshielded for minimizing interference
    • Length: Adjusted based on layout
    • Compatibility: Ensure cables are compatible with the network speed (e.g., Cat6 for 10 Gbps)
  • Types: Multifunction, Networked, Wireless
  • Versions/Examples:
    • HP LaserJet Pro MFP: Common multifunction office printer.
    • Brother HL-L5200DW: Suitable for high-volume printing.
  • Properties:
    • Print speed (pages per minute)
    • Network connectivity: Ethernet or Wi-Fi enabled
    • Duplex printing for cost efficiency
  • Types: Cloud-based, Local backup, Hybrid solutions
  • Versions/Examples:
    • Veeam Backup & Replication: Common for virtualized environments.
    • Acronis Cyber Backup: Offers disk imaging and cloud backup options.
  • Properties:
    • Retention policies: Manage frequency and lifespan of backups
    • Encryption: Secure data against unauthorized access
    • Incremental backup support for efficiency
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