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Category: Arista

Ansible automating Cisco IOS network configurations across multiple routers using NetDevOps workflows at scale.

Ansible Network Automation: Managing Cisco IOS at Scale with NetDevOps

Kunal NagariaThu, 26 March, 2026

Tired of spending your Friday nights manually pushing configs to dozens of Cisco routers and hoping nothing breaks? This guide shows you how to harness Ansible for real-world network automation, so you can manage Cisco IOS devices at scale with confidence, consistency, and a lot less stress.

Diagram illustrating EVPN VXLAN overlay network architecture in a modern data center with interconnected nodes.

EVPN VXLAN Fundamentals: Building Modern Data Center Overlays with Arista and Cisco

Kunal NagariaThu, 26 March, 2026

Discover how EVPN and VXLAN work together to power the modern data center, replacing legacy spanning tree designs with a scalable, multi-tenant overlay fabric supported by leading vendors like Arista and Cisco. Whether youre just getting started or preparing for your first deployment, this guide breaks down the fundamentals you need to know.

Diagram showing BGP route reflector topology connecting Cisco and Juniper routers in a data center network.

BGP Route Reflectors: Scaling Cisco and Juniper Data Center Routing

Kunal NagariaWed, 25 March, 2026

Managing BGP at scale in a modern data center doesnt have to mean drowning in thousands of peer sessions — route reflectors offer a smarter, cleaner path forward. Whether youre running Cisco, Juniper, or a mix of both, understanding how BGP route reflectors work could be the key to keeping your data center underlay simple as you grow.