Re: what's wrong with CCIE today? [7:13151]
Hmm, maybe the fault lies in companies that only hire people who have a specific set of certifications to manage their networks. I, and for that matter several other non-CCIEs I know, could easily have handled your problem. I'm betting that you never even got the chance to see us, as the insistence on having a CCIE never let us get past the recruiter, HR department, or whoever made the hiring decision. I have met a lot of CCIEs that don't understand the first thing about supporting a production network. In fact, having a CCIE does not guarantee anything to anyone about anything other than you have passed the CCIE lab. If, in fact, your network has mutiple OSPF areas with a non-broadcast Frame-relay WAN, redistribuition of RIP, EIGRP into damn near everything, BGP confederations for three routers, and no static routes ever, the CCIEs would be emminently qualified to support your network. A CCIE number does not guarantee the ability to isolate and correct non-cisco issues, or the ability to clearly articulate a thought to a non-techie person. For that matter, the same can be said for hiring someone on the basis of having a 4.0 GPA, or being class president, or being a friend of your uncle Larry. When looking for someone to support your network you really need to sit down and discuss what that means and having an open mind as to the ability of the person sitting across from you to do the job. Of course, that is a lot harder than calling a recruiter and saying I need a CCIE to manage my network. - just doing a little not getting through HR venting! Sean Young wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... What's wrong with CCIEs today? I know that I am making a general assumptions; however,this is the second time that it has happend to the company that I work for. We have several tacacs servers that use to authenticate users. These tacacs servers are running on a combination of Linux and Solaris platforms. While I was away at the Networker Conference, one of our tacacs servers (solaris) die due to hardware failure and the amazingly the tacacs process on the Linux die. Because of this, everyone has to login to the routers and switches via local account. We hire these CCIEs to maintain the network while I am away for a few weeks. None of these CCIEs have any background with tacacs servers running on Unix platforms. As to our problems, the simple to do is just to restart the tacacs process byfirst: killall tac_plus and second /usr/sbin/tac_plus -C /etc/tacacs/tac_plus.cfg but these CCIEs guys have absolutely no clues. Furthermore, they don't even know how to use editing in Unix (i.e vi or emacs) and ended up screwing up my tacacs configuration files. We have a few employees that need tacacs account but these CCIEs guys have no clues how to addnew users to a configuration file which if anyone has done tacacs on the unix platform know that you just modify the configuration file tac_plus.conf and restart tacacs process. These CCIE guys say that they come from a windows environment so they don't have too much with Unix platforms. I also notice that a lot of CCIEs these days lack the Unix skills that are required for the Service Providers environment. Most don't even know how to tunnel X-application through Secure Shell (SSH). I still remember those days when Cisco Engineers are very well verse in both unix and routers skills. I long for those days again. Comments anyone? Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7i=13161t=13151 -- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Olicom switch [7:5815]
Thanks Brad. That worked. For those like me that happen to fall into this problem, here's how to recover. On the Olicom is two reset buttons. The top one can be used to reset the switch. Press hard and keep it pressed for a few seconds, after which a menu will appear to allow you to download software via the serial cable. It is very slow but it can be done! Switch is now up and running 4.1(3) code! Brad Ellis wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... Try a later version of code. 4.1(3) should work. We have been loading that version of code on the Olicom's we've been selling. -Brad Ellis CCIE#5796 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cisco gear: www.optsys.net goroupstudy.com wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... Hello All - I just downloaded the Cat 3920 code 3.0(7) to an Olicom 8600. Now it gives me a message which says: FATAL SYSTEM ERROR: Unknown System Board ID It was my understanding (based on what I heard here) that this switch is Cat 3920 compatible. Anyone know a) how to break in/recover from this mess and/or b) what is a good image to use for the box? Im totally hosed, so any help is appreciated! FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7i=5855t=5815 -- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: anybody ever connected 2600 AUX ports back2back? [7:5844]
Some thoughts - Try putting in this command on your async interface: async default routing Also what type of cable are you using? I've always used the cisco black cable. And try to hard-code the rxspeed and txspeed. I never trust auto-select. Why are you using async65? Wouldn't it be async1? NRF wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... Well, now I've just tried back2back aux between a 2610 and a 2514. It still doesn't work, exact same errors as before. NRF wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... So I'm trying to connect the AUX ports of 2 2610's back to back. I am following a known procedure on CCO where you can connect 2500's AUX ports back to back. http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/793/access_dial/auxback.html So I follow exactly what they do. But it doesn't work. Maybe the problem is that 2600's don't do back2back aux ports (the CCO example was for 2500's). But that doesn't make much sense, because why not? Anyway, has anybody ever gotten AUX 2600's (or any router for that matter) to connect back to back? For example, here is the Async config on one of the 2610's. interface Async65 ip address 192.168.10.1 255.255.255.0 no ip directed-broadcast encapsulation ppp async dynamic routing async mode dedicated Here is the aux line config: ine aux 0 modem InOut transport input all speed 38400 flowcontrol hardware So I believe that everything is good, it's exactly like the CCO config. Yet, the async interface just keeps bouncing up and down. For example: r1# 1d19h: %LINK-5-CHANGED: Interface Async65, changed state to reset r1# 1d19h: %LINK-3-UPDOWN: Interface Async65, changed state to up r1# 1d19h: %LINK-5-CHANGED: Interface Async65, changed state to reset Here's what happens when I debug async packet r1#debug async packet Async packet I/O debugging is on r1# 1d19h: %LINK-5-CHANGED: Interface Async65, changed state to reset r1# 1d19h: %LINK-3-UPDOWN: Interface Async65, changed state to up r1# 1d19h: APPP65: Output packet, len = 24, header = FF 3 C0 21 1d19h: APPP65: Output packet, len = 24, header = FF 3 C0 21 1d19h: APPP65: Output packet, len = 24, header = FF 3 C0 21 r1# 1d19h: APPP65: Output packet, len = 24, header = FF 3 C0 21 1d19h: APPP65: Input packet, len = 24, header = FF 3 C0 21 1d19h: APPP65: Output packet, len = 24, header = FF 3 C0 21 r1# Here's what happens when I debug async framing r1#debug async framing Async interface framing debugging is on r1# 1d19h: %LINK-5-CHANGED: Interface Async65, changed state to reset r1# 1d19h: Async65: Reset PPP framing on TTY65 r1# 1d19h: Async65: Setup PPP framing on TTY65 1d19h: As65 PPP: Processed packet cached during autoselect r1# 1d19h: %LINK-3-UPDOWN: Interface Async65, changed state to up r1# 1d19h: As65: Enabling PPP framing in UART Microcode on TTY65 r1# 1d19h: As65: Enabling PPP framing in UART Microcode on TTY65 r1# 1d19h: As65: Enabling PPP framing in UART Microcode on TTY65 r1# 1d19h: As65: Enabling PPP framing in UART Microcode on TTY65 r1# 1d19h: As65: Enabling PPP framing in UART Microcode on TTY65 r1# 1d19h: As65: Enabling PPP framing in UART Microcode on TTY65 FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7i=5856t=5844 -- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Password Reset on PIX? [7:3627]
Is it just telnet? Can you use the console port? If not, you need to call the TAC and have them send you a utility which will reset a PIX password. No other way to do it that I know. Moahzam Durrani wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... Something went wrong with our Pix last nigt.. We have 2 , and it didnt fail over to the secondary we got it them working by doing a reset . however I cannot telnet or log into the PIX. ?any ideas FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7i=3650t=3627 -- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: OT- Another cool thing about Cisco (Re: Cisco fire staff) [7:2418]
I absolutely have to agree. There are ways to lay people off that is dignified and respectful. Then there's the way NEC BNS did it! Last week, I was in my boss's office talking about something completely unrelated when he says Oh, by the way and hands me a lay-off notice. An hour later I'm history. NO f* idea in the world it was gonna happen. Yeah, I'm realy full of warm and fuzzy feelings now. Sure the economy sucks, I can understand that. But, as my daddy always said, It's the measure of a man how he acts like when he's down. Anybody can be a good guy when times are good!. You know what, he was right. Now back to my rack. The best revenge is success. xc wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... This is an addendum to a previous post. Somebody asked about for opinions about Cisco's announced layoffs of 8500 people. I responded that every tech company is going through hell right now, but Cisco had the forethought and compassion to offer 6 months severance (2 months automatic, an additional 4 if you sign their severance agreement), which stands in stark contrast to certain other companies who not only gave no severance, but declared bankruptcy while still owing backpay and expenses to employees (the Web consulting company Marchfirst immediately comes to mind - the bankruptcy judge of that case has even declared that employees who are owed backpay/expenses have to get in line behind the major creditors, so you know those employeers are going to get nothing). Then there are stories of people getting severance checks that bounced, companies laying off people in violation of the Federal WARN labor laws, companies giving job offers and then trying to retroactively withdraw the offer after the offer was accepted (presumably the candidate had turned down other competing offers to take the offer which is now being withdrawn), etc. etc. If you're going to have to lay off people, offering 6 months severance seems to be a more-than-compassionate way to do it. Several other posters talked about similar deals offered by Nortel and other companies when they laid people off. So it's pretty clear that some companies have positioned themselves as 'the good guys' (as opposed to other companies who have clearly shown themselves to be the 'bad guys'), so that they will be the employer-of-choice when the economy picks up again. These companies have tried to preserve goodwill among the networking community so that they will have little problem in hiring again. While I am not trying to downplay the pain that those laid-off Cisco or Nortel employees must be feeling, on the other hand, they could have been working for one of those www.fuc*edcompany.com employers like Marchfirst. Well, to build up even more goodwil, recently, it was announced that John Chambers is cutting his salary to $1. The chairman (forgot his name) is also cutting his salary to $1. The management stated that since so much cost-cutting was going on at Cisco, management should share in the pain. I don't begrudge company execs getting rich when times are good, but it is so refreshing to see execs sharing in the bad times. A world of difference from the usual M.O., where execs slash thousands of jobs and still reap their millions. As stated in fuc*edcompanyL These guys seem to have worked out that you don't have to be an as*hole to make money. Bravo. About fuc*ing time someone got a clue Now some of you may be thinking that the $1 salary is just a Cisco publicity stunt. Sure, maybe so. FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7i=2418t=2418 -- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Switching Black Book by Sean Odom and Hanson Nottingham
I have to agree Priscilla, I personally have never met Carl Hagan, but he was very cordial when my Switching book came out earlier this year. He liked the way the book was written and provided some really welcome feedback for me. One of my greatest fears when the book was written was that it was going to lay a brick and be the object of scorn. Comments from people like Carl really helped to drive those thoughts away. BTW - Carl, I was not involved as an author on this book - although I did provide material for some sections of it. At the risk of someone (from an anonymous e-mail account) publicly berating me, I have looked at Sean's and Hanson's book and it looks like a quality book with a lot of value for net nuts like me. Maybe we could move the group's focus to the technical merits of it. As an aside, writing a book and working full-time is not a task for the squeamish. I have been to the CCIE lab (close - no cigar) and I have authored a book. I would much rather study for the lab than write another book. Does that tell you something? "Priscilla Oppenheimer" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... I can't see any reason to apply a cynical explanation for someone's admiration for an author's work. The admiration and good reviews may very well not be based on friendship, as Stupid Idiot is assuming. They may be based on professional respect. Even if they are friends, maybe they are friends because they admire each other's intelligence and communication skills. Priscilla At 06:39 PM 12/10/00, Andy Walden wrote: Stupid, I appreciate you reply. It caused me to take a closer look into your comments and I came across this from Carl Hagan in May2000. "Obviously, you have never met Sean Odom or heard him speak. He is probably one of the most knowledgable Cisco consultants ever to grace our presence. You know why he doesn't keep up with this group? Because everyone has comments like this. It keeps the people who this group could use the most from keeping up with the list. If we all paid more attention to the technical problems we have and the learning we need, we would have people like Sean Odom and Todd Lammle keeping up with the group. Who has time for the Soap Opera that this group list is providing?" It does sound like this Carl guy has an unnatural fascination with this Sean guy. Just fueling the fire... -andy On Sun, 10 Dec 2000, Stupid Idiot wrote: Holy crap Robin, that has to be the most blatant plug, from a friend of an author, that I've ever seen! It's morons like you that make Amazon reviews worthless. How much did the authors have to pay you for you to litter this list with your "stunning" review? Just an FYI for the group. I got the Switching Black Book from Sean Odom and Doug Hammond. I cannot believe what it has! I know Sean Odom is known for putting out books that are well written and takes the time to place more than the needed technical information. What I thought I was getting was a atep by step guide on just Catalyst switches and the configurations. What I got? Catalyst switches, ATM LightStream Switches and WAN switch configurations as well. Holy cow Batman! Where was this book when I needed it months ago??? This is a gold mine. I don't think there is any other books like it out on the market yet. It is a good resource to have. Carl Hagan Priscilla Oppenheimer http://www.priscilla.com _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: CCIE Lab Preparation - Part 2
I know that story. Since I've been three times, without success, my company has decided not to pay for any more trips. Good planning on their part, after living and breathing the CCIE for the last year, I'm not going to drop it. I have to admit it is a highly motivating factor in wanting to pass. Somehow, I don't think what I have in mind is what they have in mind though grin Good luck! ""Craig Johnson"" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote in message 01c06323$b94313c0$[EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:01c06323$b94313c0$[EMAIL PROTECTED]... Thanks Chuck. I'm sitting in a Days Inn in San Jose right now, waiting to take my lab on December 13th. Unfortunately, I've made this journey alone, as my company gives no support, financial or otherwise. - Original Message - From: "Chuck Larrieu" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: "Cisco Mail List" [EMAIL PROTECTED]; "CCIE_Lab Groupstudy List" [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, December 09, 2000 10:51 AM Subject: CCIE Lab Preparation - Part 2 I have put together a few thoughts about motivation and preparation. I am currently using this method for my CCIE Lab preparation. I have used the techniques successfully for my lower level certifications, and in various other parts of my life. I have shared this advice privately with some of you. I am now making it available publicly to all who might be looking for that intangible extra that will help you achieve your goals. www.chuck.to/Motivation.htm Please do me this favor, everyone. I am offering something that is a distillation of several motivational programs I have gone through. The advice I offer may be something you can use. It may seem flaky, or of no value. Please do not make this a topic of public conversation. It's hard enough coming public with my thoughts. I am climbing Mount Everest. I see many of you on the same trail. I want us all to succeed. It will be a LOT more fun for me, there at the top, if there are a number of my respected Groupstudy community there with me. See you there. Chuck -- I am Locutus, a CCIE Lab Proctor. Xx_Brain_dumps_xX are futile. Your life as it has been is over ( if you hope to pass ) From this time forward, you will study US! ( apologies to the folks at Star Trek TNG ) _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Great book for BCMSN
Thanks for the comments. I appreciate it! That was a particulary diffucult chapter to do, We waited until the very end since Cisco was announcing a switch a week (or maybe it just seemed like that). "Jeff Walzer" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... I recently bought the Exam Prep book for Cisco Switching by Sean Odom and Doug Hammond and so far it appears to be a very informative book. They really provide great information regarding each Cisco switch. So far a very good read. Jeff ___ UPDATED Posting Guidelines: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/guide.html FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] --- ___ UPDATED Posting Guidelines: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/guide.html FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
