This has come up in the ccie written. If I understand this subject correctly AUTO , sends out packets to try and match the 2 devices up with regards to speed and duplex. If your getting connection problems this would be a speed issue. If its some sort of packet loss/error then this could be a duplex problem. I have always configured the CAT port manually so there isnt any problems.
Why would you choice AUTO? ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Neiberger" To: Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 5:35 PM Subject: Re: port/duplex configs [7:69582] > >>>> ian williams 5/27/03 10:29:21 AM >>> > >I have always configured ports on CAT switch to 100/full manually instead > of > >AUTO. > >What is recommended when asked this question for the CCIE written. Should > >both the end > >device ( NIC ) and switch both be configured to 100/FULL? > > I can't imagine why such a question would be asked on any exam since the > correct answer is that you configure whatever is necessary to establish a > connection with the end device. In my opinion, you should always use AUTO > unless this causes problems, in which case you hard-set your devices to > 100/HALF, not 100/FULL. If you'd like the rationale for that I refer you to > the archives for my previous rantings on this subject. > > I'd fall over in shock if you were to be asked a question like this on your > exam, but as long as you understand the issues involved you should be > adequately prepared for whatever question of this type that they throw at > you. > > Regards, > John Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=69649&t=69582 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
