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CCENT Exam on 11/14/2014 Any advice
Hey Forum I have been asking this question for some time. Any advice on the CCENT? I have been passing the Boson practice exams with 804+ and I have been passing the Pearson practice tests with 800s (1 with a 755 but come on). Anyway, I can't back out after this testing date and I am getting the last minute nerves. Gotta…
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Cisco 3550 Switch Damaged?
First of all Hi all., I like many others here, am trying to put a little lab together for studying for my CCNA and hopefully beyond. I recently bought a Cisco 3550 24 port Emi Switch from eBay relatively cheaply. When I got it I noticed that the metal grill around the ports looked a bit crude compared to my other 3550…
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Please elaborarte on Class B private addresses
So Class B private range is 172.16.0.0 -172.31.0.0 which is mask of 12 So it gives you 2^12 networks which is 4096 and It also gives you 2^20 which is 1048576. -2 hosts Does it mean that each of those 4096 networks contain 1048574 hosts
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book for ccna
hello everyone. i want to know which book is most recommended for CCNA studies.
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Buying CCENT/CCNA vouchers
Hey Forum If anyone has any vouchers that they are selling, I'm down: Here is the list of vouchers i'm looking to buy: CCENT/CCNA (ICND1,2 or composite) Microsoft Single shot CompTIA Linux+ vouchers I'm also looking to purchase some practice exams for 70-680 if anyone happens to have any.
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Looking for a good CCNA training course?
Anybody have any ideas?
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Rapid STP question
STP defines the Max Age timer as 10 times the Hello timer or 20 seconds. RSTP shortens this timer, defining Max Age as 3 times the Hello timer Hello timer = 2 secs RSTP Max Age should be 6 secs When changed from pvst (default) to rapid-pvst why hasn't the Max Age timer changed ?
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Mutliple WLANs mapped to Single interface
Hi Guys, I have a setup where I have 2 SSIDs mapped to the same interface on the Cisco WLC, I.E. SSID 1 and SSID 2 Mapped to interface 1 on the same WLC. Is there any issue with doing this? I am having reports that some users are experiencing timeouts when waiting for an IP address from DHCP (also provided by the…
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CCNA Voice Lab Workbook
Hello guys, I am about to purchase CCNA Voice Lab Workbook ccna voice lab workbook. What are PLUS and MINUS about this material?
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Valueable piece of advice please.
Hi I am new to IT path I have been into accounting but hated that a lot. I hold Engineering Degree. But I always have been so much into IT but unfortunately did`nt pursue but now am aged 27 i think its not too late that I have realize where i want to go. I wanted to go for CCNA but i was advised by a IT consultant that i…
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RIP Version 2 Question
hi, Can you tell me how to config rip version 1 and 2 using ip address 10.10.10.10 /24, 20.20.20.20 /24 30.30.30.30 /24 10.10.10.10 /16 20.20.20.20 /16 30.30.30.30 /16 10.10.10.10 /8 20.20.20.20 /8 30.30.30.30 /8
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Packet Tracer won't assign ip address on a switch
I am using Packet Tracer version 6.1.1 on my switch 2960 upon typing these commands S3(config)#interface fa S3(config)#interface fastEthernet0/5 S3(config-if)#ip address 192.168.1.13 255.255.255.0 ^ % Invalid input detected at '^' marker. I am getting Invalid input it does not reconfignise "address" command i have use…
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Small Managed Router for Home Use - Need Something Small/Energy Efficient
I just finished my CCNP work and would like to put in a managed Cisco router to replace my home wireless Netgear router. I'm getting a Meraki access point to provide wireless at the access layer, but am not sure what to use as my core router. I'd like it to be small/energy efficient and run IOS 12.4 at least (15+ would be…
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NAT/PAT Interface Configuration Question
This is a review question I got on a practice test for ICND1. When setting up NAT on this router, to which interface should it be applied? Based on the diagram it looked like it should be applied on interface G1/0, but apparently that's wrong and it should be applied to interface G2/0. I must be missing something, because…
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Is this goal realistic?
I have decided to start my CCNA journey. I hope to finish in two months and have broken it down to this: -CBT nuggets/packet tracer and sim lab of 2 routers and 3 switches (have not bought yet.) About 3 hours a day of bookwork About 6-10 hours a week of labbing Is 2 months possible with CISSP understanding of networking?
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CCNA Security: Passed!
Title says its all :) Used the following material for study: Cisco Press Official Cert Guide CBT Nuggets CCNA Security 2014 Video Bootcamp w/Chris Bryant Prep time: approx. 3 months Will take a few days off and then figure out what I want to do next.
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no ip routing command doesnt works in packet tracer
Hello everyonei am using Packet tracer 6.0.1.0011. the problem wh i am facing is when i try to execute command "no ip routing" command on router it gives invalid command. router model available are 2911, 2901, 2811, 2621XM. router accept the command "ip route" but not "no ip routing"Also when i try to execute "ip…
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Can't ping between 2 PC's, is my default gateway wrong?
This is what I have going on in packet tracer: I can ping from Lab A to PC A, same for Lab B to PC B, but I can't ping from PC A to PC B. These are the ip addresses: PC A PC B I don't know if this is enough information, I'll add in the .pkz file as well: https://www.dropbox.com/s/0ztkltdf2dpnhjo/network01-1.pkz?dl=0
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wrong x but still works - real world
I wanted to share this as it is a real world scenario. User sets up server three years ago uptime 3 years on server. User calls in saying he can't get to anything beyond the gateway. In the datacenter there was a network refresh last night. What would you check?? Traceroutes from other datacenter ends at gateway of server.…
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Cisco Lab
Hi there I need some help with using my Mac book pro with my cisco lab, I'm not sure what brand of ubs/db9 works with OS X 10.9.5 and what software too use...
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VLSM check in.
Hey guys, I was bored at work today and realized it had been a long time since I practiced VLSM, so I drew up a scenario and came up with the solution. If someone could check the work to make sure it's sound that would be great. Requirements for each network 1) 650 hosts 2) 200 hosts 3) 78 hosts 4) 12 hosts Block sizes for…
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Subnetting, my weakness in IT/CCENT Studies
Hello all, So I am about 2 weeks into studying for my CCENT. However, I am reading on subnetting (insert groan here). I get the math but being able to do it in my head is both nerve racking and makes me anxious. Subnetting was the #1 reason why I failed the CCNA Exploration cirriculum TWICE when I went to college. I'm…
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Average time to complete the CCNA
Hi All, As you can see in my signature, I was planning to complete my CCNA this year around these times but by the looks of things I no longer see the light of achieving this in such a short period of time. So I was wondering, what it is the average time to complete or get certified in Cisco's CCNA? I am planning to get…
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serial hub
I got my hands on a Equinox esp 10/100 8 port Serial hub the other day. Can I use this as a Access Server for my home lab. I have 3 2950's and 3 2600's.? I had a look online and from what i can tell I would need the serial cables from each to the hub. Then I would install the driver and then hook it up to my home network?…
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Cisco Equipment Question
Hi Gurus, I have started a new job and have access to a few pieces of Cisco equipment that I would like to use to run through the CCENT/CCNA curriculum. The equipment list is as follows: * Catalyst 2950 * Catalyst 2950 w/ 2x Gig ports * Catalyst 2960-S 10G * Catalyst 3500-XL * Catalyst 3550 (x3 24-port, 1x 48-port) *…
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CCNA-S + CNSS 4011 Recognition
After passing the CCNA-S you became CNSS 4011 certified. Do they actually send you a certification or only the recognition letter?
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STP question
I'm running practice exercises as I prep for the ICND2 and I'm struggling a bit with understanding this particular one. Here's the topology: Here's the configuration information: And here's the switch output: The exercise asks for me to predict the port status and behavior. I thought I had good understanding of STP but…
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xxx#vlan1 vs xxx#interface vlan 1 command
xxx#vlan1 vs xxx#interface vlan 1 command.. What's the difference? While configuring vlan I got the below. OxfordCable(config)#vlan 1 OxfordCable(config-vlan)#no shut Command is only allowed on VLAN 2..1001. OxfordCable(config-vlan)#exit OxfordCable(config)#int vlan 1 OxfordCable(config-if)#no shut…
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How do you know if a interface is set to auto or a static setting?
I am trying to study and have a question regarding Full duplex vs auto vs speed settings of interfaces. My question is this; how do you know if a interface is set to auto or if its been statically set. My running config shows no clue and nor does my show interface below are the outputs of both. Is it assumed that the…
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hdlc vs ppp
After researching the subject, why would anyone use Ciscos default encap of HDLC vs PPP? I dont see any reason why anyone would do this besides being ultra lazy. Any comments appreciated.
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How is this possible (ISP subnet issue)?
The ISP has documented that the mask for this address is /24...? How is the GW in a different sub than the public IP? Is there some magical ISP voodoo that I am not aware of that makes me?
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CCENT - Last Minute Advice?
I am taking my CCENT in about 25 hours (tomorrow at 2PM central time). I am a little nervous as I've been studying the past 4 months with the Odom book, Jeremy's videos, and Packet Tracer, and it's finally time. I've taken many practice exams the past couple weeks, and I still have a little trouble focusing on every single…
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Etherchannel question
So there is PAGP and LACP as the two protocols, one proprietary, one a standard. So my question is, what does Channel group 1 mode on do? If there are two protocols available, and "on" simply turns on etherchannel, what does it use? I don't understand how it could work without some sort of protocol.
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Has your CCNA made it a lot easier to land a job?
title..
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do i really need to know subnetting in my head for ccent?
what title says.
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ACL question
Studying for CCNA and trying to block traffic out an interface. Standard 2 router setup connected via FE. Set an access list to deny any and apply it OUT of Router A. Nothing seems to happen - icmp , eigrp packets pass. Apply the same list IN on Router A and bam all eigrp multicast blocked from router B. This is in GNS3 so…
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What CCP version to use when studying for the 640-554?
I have 2.5 loaded on a voice gateway at home, but I have access to 2.8, and wondering if it is too new of a version to study with for the current version of the exam? Or could I ask what version you guys studied with?
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What are the differences between Cisco Router 2600 series: between 2611XM and 2621XM?
Hi What are the differences between Cisco Router 2600 series: between 2611XM and 2621XM? Interface, encryption, everything wise? C2600-adventerprisek9-mz.124-11.T.bin This is an 2611XM router. Is the above Router has everything similar to this Router? 2621XM ? C2600-ADVENTERPRISEK9_IVS-M), Version 12.4(21a) Image attached.…
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Real world uses of VTP Transparent mode
I have been looking for some real world scenarios where you would want to set this mode on a switch but have not found any good examples. Anyone see or use this in production before? Why?
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CCENT exam advice for a first timer
Hello Forum I am taking my CCENT next Friday October 24th and I am getting very nervous. I have passed the Boson practice exams with a 915 and an 828 and a 846 but I feel like I am not ready (probably the last minute nerves) I put a lot of time into studying for this exam and I don't want to fail it. Besides the exam…
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How realistic/accurate are the CCENT Exam Cram practice exams?
I know there are sims and whatnot on the real exam, but as far as the material covered and how challenging the questions may be, have you guys found the practice exams included with the CCENT Exam Cram to be an acceptable representation of the real thing? I've done fairly well on them, studied the items I've missed, have…
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Icnd 1 passed!
Passed ICND 1 last Saturday (10/11). I had been studying on and off for probably 6 months but I really doubled down after I got promoted to the networking department at my current company last month. I was able to get a 960/1000. The multiple choice part was super easy. I had a few sims and only found 1 of them to be…
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Frame relay - which OSI layer ?
At what layer of the OSI reference model does FRAME-RELAY map to? A.) Session B.) Physical C.) Network D.) Presentation E.) Transport F.) Datalink Frame Relay operates at which layer? Can it be called only a Layer 3 protocol?
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Another CCENT Pass
973/1000. On to ICND2
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Inconsistent address/mask error with routing statement
I have a basic lab in Packet Tracer where I'm trying to master ip routing statements, see attached screenshot. I continue to get the following error when I try to enter this in on the 2911_router001 (HQ), to set a route to router002. 2911_router001(config)#ip route 192.168.2.1 255.255.255.252 192.168.1.2 %Inconsistent…
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Troubleshooting question
Hi Here is a troubleshooting scenario : Customer calls and saying that he is having a problem with computers on their LAN communicating with their Server. Explain how you troubleshoot this problem from network perspective ? If you have a job interview tomorrow and you are asked the following question then what will be your…
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Home Lab question
Howdy, I've recently starting looking into the Cisco certifications as I’m taking a CCNA R&S class as part of my major and it’s peaking my interest. I've always been more of a software kind of person, with several certifications like MCSE NT4 & 2K, CompTia A+, N+, Security+ (I’m sure expired by now). With that said, I have…
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ccnakits.com lab workbook help
Anyone working in the ccnakits.com lab wook book? I'm working through the lab book but some times i think they have made some errors in the labs...Just wanted to see if anyone is seeing the same thing?
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I have a question about using putty to config a router.
Hello everyone, this is my first post and I am not too sure if this is the right sub-forum for this question or not. I have managed to find a good deal on a CCNA lab kit that included 3 1841s with the dual serial WIC cards and IOS 15, two 2950s and a 3550 along with a bunch of straight through, crossover, and rollover…
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How to go about learning CCNA material
I posted a thread earlier about struggling with keeping up in my computer networking class. Since then I have come to the conclusion that my instructor does not care about "teaching" the class. I want to learn this material but I don't think I can do it on my own. Are there any online classes or online tutors that could…
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can somebody tell me a few things about the ccna?
i have no degree or experience, and I want to get ccna since i figured out its my interest. i had a few questions for you all; 1. what are all the study materials necessary for ccna? 2. what salary can i expect after 5 years in the it industry, obviously assuming i start with a job barely getting my foot in the door, and…
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Passed ICND1!
Passed my ICND1 today with a 960/1000. I used CBT nuggets ( highly reccomend ), Odom's book ( don't reccomend ), Cisco learning network labs ( hated there interface so I only did a few ), Packet Tracer, and GNS3. I did all the practice tests I could find (that got a clean bill from certguard) and labbed all the time. There…
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ICND2 Passed!
I had a rematch today. I took it about a month ago and failed by 10 points, scored 815 with 825 required. I got 894 today. I ran out of time last attempt, so this time I was rushing through questions. I still had 17 minutes left at the end. In retrospect, I could have afforded more time for sims. LAN Switching 82% IP…
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Curse You Cisco!
So I just got done with the 640-554 and I failed. First certification I failed so I am feeling various emotions. I scored 837/1000 with no time inside of CCP and going against the grain of not going the traditional route of R/S then CCNA Sec. After seeing the test first hand, alot of what is taught in the security track is…
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CCNA Exam tomorrow
So this is it. Taking the exam tomorrow at 11:30am. A little nervous but there's no backing out now so I just have to take it and get it over with. Was going over some practice questions the last couple days. Hopefully I'll return tomorrow and tell you guys I'm a CCNA.
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About to sit my CCNA Final exam (Version 4) and I am terrified, I haven't been able-
I haven't been able to sleep for days due to worrying about this ( CCNA Exploration: Network Fundamentals (Version 4.0) - ENetwork Final Exam ) It's coming up in a few days and I am not worried in case I have been studying wrong, my lecturer told us that all 50 questions are just random questions from the previous chapter…
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Keeping up with the CCNA after passing
Any tips? I'm about a year removed from passing it and I don't really have any day to day duties that require the knowledge needed to pass. Maybe networking blogs or something along those lines?
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Ways to identify a trunk port?
Hi All, Besides 'show running-config', what other ways are they to identify a trunk port? The running-config will allow you to see something like this: ! Interface FastEthernet 0/23 switchport mode trunk ! Is this the only way? Thanks, T800
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Switching in GNS3
I installed a 16 port switch module into a C3700 so that I could practice switching. I brought in two virtual machines, both linux boxes, gave them static IP addresses and tried to get them to see each other, but it's not working. I tried to monitor the connections, I can see the arp requests going out on the local link,…
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Building A Lab @ Work for CCENT Studies...Give Me Your Opinion
Morning everyone, Ready to dive in to my CCENT studies and one of the networking guys here blessed me with some equipment to lab with. So far I have 3 Cisco 2600 routers along with 2 2960G switches. I have a small pc dedicated for the lab as well as the console cable. I'm also using putty to remote in to the router itself.…
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Just passed the ICND1!
Just passed the ICND1 with a 920. Couldn't be more excited to take on the ICND2. To everyone out there, if I can do it you can too!
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what is a shared media in networking?
Hi all, When we issue the command "show spanning-tree vlan id" ,then we receive a output similar to the following- spanning-tree enabled protocol ieee ( output omitted) int role stat cost pri.nbr type f0/1 atln blk 19 128.11 p2p What does this p2p under type field above means? Does that indicate that it is a shared media?…
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One down (ICND1) One more to go...
Well I took my ICND1 exam yesterday and passed... 894 out of 1000 A little frustrated throughout the exam because the markers the test center gave me for the dry erase board kept drying out, made it a little hard to write down numbers and calculations. I'll bring my own markers next time... Used the CCNA book from Todd…
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Benefits of IPv6 networking
Hi I recently faced a few of these questions in a practice exam on this site(New CCNA The network administrator has been asked to give reasons for moving from IPv4 to IPv6. What are two valid reasons for adopting IPv6 over IPv4? (Choose two) A. telnet access does not require a password B. nat C. no broadcast D. change of…
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Outbound Dial Peer matching
Hi All, How does a Call manager match digits on Outbound Dialpeer? Say for example I am dialling from a SCCP phone and Inbound dial peer - incoming called-number set to match the DNIS (NO direct-inward-dial) Outbound dial-peer - destination-pattern set to match the dialled number Will the call manager still match the…
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Upgrading IOS on a 2650
I've got a ½ dozen 26XXs--50s, 20XMs. and 50XMs.. the 2620XM has the c2600-adventerprisek9-mz.124-19.bin on it which is super cool because it has IPv6!! I wanna put that image on one of my 50s but I cant seem to find a link that describes whether the 2650 router supports that image. Any Gurus out there that would know?…
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how long to do 200-101?
Hi, Just starting into this now after completing 100-101. How long do you reckon? Easier or harder than 100-101?
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Packet Tracer CCENT Labs?
Hi Folks, I am just wondering if anyone know where I cant find pre configured labs with objectives for cisco Packet tracer that will help for ICND1. Thanks all
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How much time needed to prepare for CCDA
Hello all, I'm closing in on my CCNA expiration, and I don't think I can retake the NA to renew it. I do hear that the CCDA is not a walk in the park, but for those that have passed this test, can you recommend how much is needed to pass this test? This is coming from a married man with kids. My NA expires in December. I…
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CCNA Voice Lab setup help request
Hello, I am trying to setup 2 7960 Cisco IP phones with a 2800 series router with CME and a 3560 switch. I believe I have the configurations proper on the router and switch, but think I am missing configuration files for the actual phones. Right now the way I have everything setup I have assigned extensions to the phones…
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Limiting bandwidth per VLAN
I seem to be getting more and more network questions at work, but being that we support small business's non of my coworkers have a great deal of experience on the networking side of things once we get beyond sonicwall/SMB size firewall configs and setting up basic ingress networking via bridged ISP equipment. So here is…
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How to remember anything you are learning. Cable distance story.
Recently I saw a TED talk about remembering and they talked about making a story. I suggest watching that video and will post a link once I find it again. Here is a story I have made to help me remember. What will yours be? Excuse my grammar as I am not an English major. Make sure you write your story on pen and paper…
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Anyone tried the new INE CCNA videos?
If so, how does the new instructor compare to Brian McGahan
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Just started building myself a lab - do I need anything else?
Hi all, Just started putting a lab together at home, so far I've got... 1 x 1841 1 x 2621XM 2 x 2950 My 1841 is brand new and has IOS 15, everything else is used an on 12.4 (off the top of my head!). At the moment I haven't got any cards for the routers so I guess I'll need to get myself a couple of WIC-1T's but is there…
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Ping times - how to determine if its the ISP or internal problem
I am dealing with a network issue that comes and goes randomly. I might be leaving out details, but I dont want to bore anyone with details so I will cut to the chase. The customer has a static public IP. If I ping from workstation A to Server A through the internal network, ping times are <1ms. If I ping from workstation…
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Eigrp
Hi Guys, Im good with EIGRP except I cannot wrap my head around Feasible Succ ---> Admin Distance (reported distance) < Feasible Distance. Looking at the attached which I got from CBT in their EIGRP unleashed video , I cannot understand why R3 cannot take the route to R5 as a FS. What happens if the link between R3 and R4…
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How well do you know routing administrative distance and metrics? Use my quizlet!
Use my quizlet and test yourself. Go through the flash cards and then try the scatter challenge! CCNA Routing - Administrative Distance and Default Metrics flashcards | Quizlet What other tricks do you use to remember these items?
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ccna expiring soon - renewal
Hey all, been a while since I have been on these forums, been pretty crazy at my new job and enjoying things, but thought my CCNA was going to be expiring in May, but since I took CCNA security in the past in Feb, it is actually expiring Feb 2015. So that has me thinking a bit. I could take the ICDN2 exam and get it over…
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Home lab or Packet Tracer for CCNA R&S?
I'm wondering if you need a home lab to achieve, and be competent with, CCNA R&S or if Packet Tracer is good enough. If you do need a home lab, what would be a good setup that's affordable? I was thinking of maybe* Cisco 1750/1751 x2 * Cisco 2950 x2 Would that be a good home lab or am I out to lunch? I was also considering…
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Taking CCNA on tuesday next week
Not gonna lie, I'm pretty nervous. I think I'm ready for it. Read odom's icnd2 book 3 times now, cbtnuggets and chris bryant videos, and the cisco course at my school helped alot. At school I'm like the top cisco student, always helping the others and the instructor even asks my opinion on certain things, feels pretty…
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question about tcp window size
How i can configure tcp window size on a switch ??
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What devices are capable of 'policing' traffic?
Hey guys, So I'm pretty sure policing is outside of the scope of the CCENT/CCNA for my current studies right now but what devices either a L3 switch or a router can perform policing on ports and/or vlans. I've recently acquired a 3750X PoE switch (and a ASA 5520) from a recent CCNP friend (whom works for a very large DoD…
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Are these good books?
Hey all, I just received my CCENT books from UPS. I am just wondering if the ones I picked were a good choice. Also included is a simulator. I have some Cisco knowledge, as I took a course in college, but failed due to subnetting issues and the way my instructor made the network topology (yes, the names were based off of…
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CCNA 200-120 in ONE WEEK
Hey all; I'll be taking the CCNA 200-120 on October 10th @ 12:30PM CST. My background: Been messing with the internet since I was very young Lengthy internships as a junior engineer and database systems analyst. Recently graduated with degrees in Management Information Systems & Supply Chain Management Currently working in…
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ipv4 address question
Hello All, I need some subnetting and vlsm expertise, i need help with a question regarding ipv4 addressing. A data packet is sent to 24.0.0.5 using a subnet mask of 255.255.255.255. a. This is a multicast address using a subnet mask of 255.255.255.255; therefore, the data packet is sent directly to the networking device…
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EIGRP Not working
So I'm going through Jeremy's CBT Nuggets videos for the CCNA. Just got the EIGRP config. Seems like it is super easy to setup. All he did was go into global config mode, go to rou eigrp 1, and advertise the network on that router and EIGRP was working fine for him in GNS3. I did that on both routers, yet when I go to sh…
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CCNA Study Group
Hi! I know that there are quite a few of you who are taking the exam a month or more from now. Although I have my CCENT, one of my goals next year is to obtain the CCNA and then get CCNA Security. I am gearing up to study the new topics for ICND2 however I am going over ICND 1 to refresh my memory. My question is: Would…
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Anyone seeing quesitons about the Configuration Register on the ICND 1 exam?
Hi, TechExams.Net I am a new member today and will be taking my ICND 1 tomorrow and in my general cram session I was reading about the Configuration Register, I understand the concept and how it works just wondering if I should spend some time memorizing the common Hex Values for the Register or should I just use that time…
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Aruba ACMA
I know this is a CCNA Wireless sub forum, but I didn't see any Aruba sub forum or any other sub forum that may apply. My workplace uses Aruba wireless infrastructure, so I'm interested in getting certified with them. Their equivocol of the CCNA Wireless appears to be the ACMA. Has anyone here certified as an Aruba ACMA and…
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CCNA: Security pass!!
Just finished sitting for the CCNA: Sec, passed with 969!!!
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Are the old CCENT CBT Nuggets video still ok to use?
I'm still using the old CBT Nuggets for CCENT, they're over 5 years old. I understand the test has changed since then. SHould use the new CBT Nuggets videos to study instead?
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Native Vlan
Hi, Native vlan are a bit confusing.. i am trying to understand Native Vlans and untagged traffic. I have been searching and im unable to find what exactly is a native vlan, all i find is that native vlan is used for untagged traffic and that you should not use Native vlan 1, because it leaves your network vulnerable to…
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How do you know you are ready to take the ICND 1?
Hey everyone, I am planning on taking the ICND 1 within the next few weeks but I am just wanting to make sure that I am ready for it, for those who have taken it, how did you know you were ready? I have a few chapters left of Todd Lammle's CCENT book and I have subnetting nailed down pretty well. I also can pass my books…
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Have CCENT going to ICND2 after 1 year
Hello TE World, It’s been a while since I’ve posted here but I have a question. I have took the OLD ICND1 like a year and 2 months ago (a while ago). Now I’m planning to go back and finally finish and get my CCNA. I havn’t used my CCENT much in the last year except the Theory like Vlans and Some subnetting but nothing on…
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passed ccent/icnd1
Passed today with an 894. Long journey for me. I the official cert books, cbtnuggets, flash cards and a lab Sim. I can not say enough good things about cbtnuggets best video class I have seen. I know I missed a few of the vague questions. I would read them 2 or 3 and say to myself ... It depends what they mean.
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I stumped myself with this subnetting problem: how to do the "math"
Hey guys I stumped myself with my own subnetting. How do I do the "math" for a subnet of: 172.16.22.5 255.255.254.0 I do my math like this: for the mask as you guys know 256 - mask = hosts and then of course you minus 2 for the network/broadcast ID later on. subnet mask 128 192 224 240 248 252 254 255 hosts per subnet 255…
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Finally getting some real world experience
So I'm finally getting my hands on some equipment at my job! So stoked! We're in the process of upgrading our routers and switches all over the world. Having recently passed the CCENT our infrastructure engineer gave me some config files for a few overseas routers. I will admit some of the commands I've never used, like…
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Practice questions...
Hey guys, I'm going to sit the CCENT in a few weeks, and need some more practice questions. Just wondering has anyone used the CCNA practice questions from subnetting.net, and if so, are they pretty accurate to the real test? Thanks!
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Your Path to becoming a VOIP Administrator/Engineer?
Hello All, This question is for individuals who are currently working as VOIP administrators/engineers. I'm curious to know if you were a Network administrator before becoming a VOIP administrator? Or did you immediately seek and obtain employment as a VOIP administrator without being a Net admin? I've been in the voice…
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Retaking CCENT/ICND1
Hello forum people. I'm new to this site but excited about all the valuable info and people here. Anyways, I took the ICND1 or CCENT exam about a week ago and failed it by half a question. Sucks but overall I was satisfied since it was the first test for any certification that I have taken. It was an important experience…