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Forbes publishing on IPv6, with a three step approach. A fourth step, gaining knowledge by training, is missing. Please at that to your preparation.

Step 1:
Inventory: Because IPv6 will affect every device and application on a network, the first step towards a successful migration is to conduct an inventory all of the devices that are currently connected to the network.

Step 2:
Research: After taking inventory, go to each vendor’s support pages for an IPv6 roadmap and timeframe for full compliancy. This research should reveal if the device requires a simple software update or a complete hardware refresh.

Step 3:
Budget: Once the type of upgrade is determined, the costs associated with updating to a newer device or firmware needs to be factored in. Understanding these IPv6 related costs makes it easier to integrate them within a normal IT refresh cycle.

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