Joe- They're replacing it with the Cisco 3550 switch, not the 6509. The Catalyst 5x00 series switch with a Sup1 and 10BT RJ45 module would be a waste in my opinion for investment. Reason being is that you don't have layer 3 capabilities, and only ISL trunking. So in summary, forget Dot1q Trunking, forget MLS, forget any advanced functionality period.
If you have a SupII/III with the appropriate Layer 3 add-on card, then the Cat5K is worth it. HTH's Mark -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, September 18, 2002 11:20 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Buying Cat 5000 w/ Sup1 and 10BaseT RJ45 modules [7:53554] I am thinking about buying a Cat5 w/ Sup 1 and RJ 45 ethernet modules. I heard from someone that Cisco is doing away with Cat 5k for the CCIE and replacing it with Cat 6509. Is this true? If so when will this occur? Thanks! Joe Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=53560&t=53554 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
