RE: Networkers toolkit question

2001-02-10 Thread Daniel Cotts
I just checked out that Ultimate kit and found that I don't use much of it. We don't all perform the same tasks - so each will choose different tools. I tend to like fewer tools but each must be top quality. Another issue is how to carry them. Will you have to travel (as in check it on a plane)? D

Re: Networkers toolkit question, Thank you!

2001-02-10 Thread Natasha
Thank you all that helped me with this issue. This is what I've decided on and why. First of all just like anything else I've found that a professional presentation is at least 1/2 of the service call. I hate to say this but I bought the network kit that looked the best. Even though about 1/3 of i

Re: Networkers toolkit question, Thank you!

2001-02-11 Thread Howard C. Berkowitz
There are special troubleshooting considerations for home labs. When I first notice a connectivity problem, and the hub or switch light isn't on solidly, I tug gently on the cable. If the cable tugs back, I look under the table and discuss the matter with my feline editorial and technical as