CDP Cisco Client

CDP Cisco Client is a super handy tool for network pros like you and me! It helps with monitoring and troubleshooting networks, making life a lot easier for network administrators and engineers.

What is CDP Cisco Client?

So, first off, CDP Cisco Client is a CDP Client specifically for Windows hosts. It uses the Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP) to send important info about your host to any connected Cisco devices. Now, CDP is a special protocol created by Cisco and only works with their devices like routers, Catalyst switches, IP phones, and more.

Service Features

When you install CDP Cisco Client, it sets up something called the CDP Cisco Client Service (CCCS). You can control this service through the Service Control Manager - start it or stop it whenever you need!

Background Workings

The cool part? All the data sending and receiving happens behind the scenes thanks to this service. If you ever need to install or uninstall it manually, just run cdpservice /install or cdpservice /uninstall. Easy peasy!

Your Network Info at Your Fingertips

With CDP Cisco Client, you can send out all sorts of useful information from your Windows host. Think things like CPU numbers, models, host name, login name, Windows version, memory info, disk space details— even your network adapter's name and IP address! Plus, you get to see what’s happening with the connected Cisco devices too: device names, models, connecting ports— all that good stuff.

Troubleshooting Made Simple

This makes troubleshooting a breeze! If anything changes in your network—like if a link fails or if there's a change in one of your devices—CDP Cisco Client will detect those changes right away and let you know.

A Smart Network Monitor

This nifty client automatically keeps an eye on your network. It sends updates from your host to connected Cisco devices so that tools like CiscoWorks 2000 Campus Manager can visualize everything on a neat graphic display. This means not just seeing the Cisco gear but also including PCs and other hosts in the mix!