I disagree a bit with Brad.. :) I would suggest TWO switches..
1900 and a 2900 They use different interfaces and you need to know both. If you get the 8 port versions, you can save a few bucks but the prices have been falling in the last few months. On the 1900, make sure it's a newer one.. uses a RJ45 for the console port, not a DB9. On the 2900, make sure it has 8 meg of memory so you can upgrade it to the newer 12.x enterprise code for vlans. Some early ones come only with 4 meg which is not optimal since you can not install the 12.x enterprise code on it. I have a tutorial on my site that you might be interested in for the 2900.. the 1900 tutorial is not completed yet. www.packetattack.com/tutorials.html Of course, a viable option is to rent lab time over the net. MikeS Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=33359&t=33283 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
