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Cisco 1900 Switch for CCNP - BSCI
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| popdevil 2004-04-24, 9:55 pm |
| I was wondering if anyone knows if a 1900 switch is going to be enough hardware (as switchs go) for the BSCI ccnp exam? Some have said you must have a 2900 and some said a 1900 is enough. Would like to get a lot more options on this. | |
| Sexy Lexy 2004-04-25, 4:36 am |
| I would agree with the latter, the 2900 series would be better.
The 1900 series is coved in the CCNA and as the BSCI is a higher level in both content and skill then the 2900 series would be the one to choose.
Hope this helps. | |
| forbesl 2004-04-25, 9:11 am |
| For the CCNP, you should purchase a switch that uses Catalyst OS, instead of Cisco IOS. Some of the 2900 models (2948) do use the Catalyst OS. The CatOS is also referred to as "set-based". You will need to know how to configure a set-based switch for the CCNP. | |
| Sexy Lexy 2004-04-25, 11:11 am |
| It's true, he tells it like he sees it!
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| popdevil 2004-04-25, 3:19 pm |
| What is the lowest 2900 model could I get for the ccnp exam? | |
| forbesl 2004-04-25, 3:47 pm |
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Originally posted by popdevil
What is the lowest 2900 model could I get for the ccnp exam?
Depends on what kind of operating system you want.
If you want Cisco IOS, you can get a 2900 XL 24 port switch.
If you want Catalyst OS, you can get a 2926 set-based 24 port switch.
Both of these models have reached their end-of-sale though, so you won't be able to get them new. I saw a 2926 CatOS based switch for 145.00 on e-bay. A 2900XL Cisco IOS based switch will cost you between 150 to 200 bucks.
One thing to remember: If you buy on e-bay, or from a 3rd party, you get no support from Cisco. | |
| popdevil 2004-04-25, 5:51 pm |
| Not really worried about getting support from Cisco. I just want to get the right hardware that will give me the hands on experience I need.
I know from using the 2500 routers, it really helped me passing the CCNA exam. | |
| forbesl 2004-04-25, 6:55 pm |
| quote:
Originally posted by popdevil
Not really worried about getting support from Cisco. I just want to get the right hardware that will give me the hands on experience I need.
No sweat...good luck in your studies |
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