Packet Buffer Sizing Resources

This page is a curated archive of resources related to packet buffer sizing in network equipment. Much of this information is derived from Jim Warner’s packet buffer page at UCSC, which notes that “information here is by rumor, innuendo and extrapolation.” Manufacturers historically left buffer information out of their data sheets, though this situation has improved significantly. Background Information here is by rumor, innuendo and extrapolation. Manufacturers used to leave info on packet buffers out of their data sheets.