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CCENT Lab Equipment
I found this equipment found on Craiglist. Should I buy? All fire up; most have been cleared. One or two may need password recovery but if you are still reading, you can do it or are interested in learning/practicing. For extra, I can ensure all are cleared and ready for you. None have most current IOS. Stack includes: (no…
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What do sip providers provide to terminate the connections?
Once you order a trunk what information do they provide to get the sip trunk going.
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Anyone play the Cisco Aspire CCNA game?
Sorry if this has already been mentioned, but you can't beat $50 for a complete interactive CCNA training module. And it's quite fun too!
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What if a border router does not have NAT?
Suppose an inside host sends a packet to an outside global host. Would the router just discard the packet because of no NAT, or, blindly forwards it as if it's a valid packet? Also, if a router is identified as a border router, like one interface connected to an inside network, and another interface connected to a public…
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Ccp
Is the CCP something to be really looked at? I don't have it installed to test-run. Im not sure if it'll actually work if I get a virtual box and setup gns3. Anyone have suggestions or tips about CCP? I'd like to get it installed, and working to play with but if it's just like the SDM, i'd rather to it in code.
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Passed
Hi all, Just found the site and wish to contribute as well as learn from others. I passed the CCNA on the second attempt in June with a passing score of 912. I failed the first time. I rebooked straight away and nailed it 2 weeks later. In terms of study, I used the official CCNA book by Wendell, was in the CCNA academy…
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Setting up a lab
I've decided I'm going to go ahead and set up a lab for my studies from here on out. I have ordered 3 2610XM routers, and 3 Catalyst 2950 switches. Soon, the fun will begin :)
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properties of contention-based media access
Which options are properties of contention-based media access for a shared media? (Choose three.) a) non-deterministic b) less overhead c) one station transmits at a time d) collisions exist e) devices must wait their turn f) token passing the correct answer is a,b,d. I don't get why c) or e) is incorrect? and why b) is…
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Base config
Can any post a basic config for allowing my Vic2-2fxo card to access my Magic jack. This is my next progression of setting up peer groups after I have set up the ephones with numbers and they can ring each other. Thanks in advance for the newb question. I have not reached this section of the book yet.
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CCNA certification/simulation software?
I apologize if this question is an old one, or has ended up in the wrong forum section. I would love to get some advice and input on the Cisco CCNA certification, in particular how, exactly, I would go about crafting my simulation environment. I have an M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, and I even have a computer…
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What is the last valid host on the subnetwork 172.25.190.0/24?
Not sure with this one./24 is last one is 254. but is a class B adress.help me
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2600XM BootRom Upgrade gone BaD
I recently purchased a 2610XM with 256D and 32F memory.(Memory was separate). After loading the memory, the router gave me a bad error code. After checking forums, they indicated that my bootrom was bad and that I could replace it. I reseated the bootrom and reseated the power jumpers and the bootstrap loaded but told me I…
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Cisco PVDM modules
I have installed 1 PVDM2-8 Module to work with my VIC2-2FXO card and its working fine. The question is, do I need another PVDM2 module if I install a VIC2-FXS card or will it just use the first PVDM2-8 module?
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HELLO Everybody
Hi! I'm very glad I have found this website it has full of information especially for those who want to take certification exams! :) I'm planning to take my CCNA exam this coming month what can you suggest review resources and configuration practice thank you! Godbless
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CRC calculations ...
How many unique CRC calculations will take place as traffic routes from the PC to the laptop? The answer is 8?! http://answers.ccna4u.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/0712-300x94.jpg
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Loopback plug.???
Ok I got my WO for my mission field saturday but I dont understand this info I dont want to bother my boss so if you know it tell what is this? What I going to do with this? first time I see this
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New to the forum, New to CCNA, New to Networking
Hello there, just wanted to introduce myself and briefly share my story as it may make some aspiring CCNA's feel better about themselves and hopefully inspire some confidence. I'll make it short. Basically, I am a recent college grad (class of '11) with a Business major. Currently an insurance agent. Got tired of selling…
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subnetting for icnd1 exam
was wondering if doing the questions on subnettingquestions.com is enough to get you through the icnd1 exam or will i need to look at different sources to get a wider aspect of subnetting
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Minimal Phone requirements for CCNA/P:Voice.
I've been able to locate some 7910s. I see that CertificationKits don't have them listed - which brings me to this thread! Are they worth buying?
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Best place to buy lab packs?
Hi Guys :) Has anyone ever bought from Cisco Lab Certification Kits ?? It seems like they have some decent lab setups for sale. Thanks.
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What to study for CCENT?
For the past 6 years I have been involved in Desktop Support/2nd Line. I am not finding that there is a lack of desire for the job I am doing and would like to up my level with knowledge on the Server/network side. I was hoping to study Cisco and Servers. From a CCENT perspective what self learn material would you all…
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Getting back in the books advice.
Hey Guys Wondering if you could help, Ive been studying CCNA for last 6-7 months maybe bit longer looking into things in quite details a long the way, i was going through the lammle book and got up to the IPv6 Chapter i got this chapeter and WAN protocols to go and then im going to start going throgh things again but with…
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Burn me... but I passed ICND2!
It has been a good week for me. I gave my two week notice to a company I have been with for 7 years and just passed ICND2 with the score of 874. The test was tough, but my hours of studying made it happened. This forum has kept me motivated to continue with my career in IT. My method of studying consists of: Todd Lammle…
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Field assignment
So I ahve my first "Real world" installation next saturday I must install a new router because the current router is EOL. So a Verizon engineer will direct me through cellphone the list of things I must bring are -Laptop -Console Cable -Fully charge cellphone is my first time doing this so if you have tips, advice. please…
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A switch has unique MAC for each of its ports?
I thought only a switch's uplink port or AUI admin has MAC. What is the use for assigning MAC to each of its ports? When a switch forwards a frame, the decision is made based on the MAC of the host connected, not by the port's MAC address. Then what is the necessity to assign an unique MAC for each of its ports? Or, such…
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how to get out of menu mode of switch 1900?
I googled and learned there is command line interface like below, User Interface menu[M] Menus[K] Command Line[I] IP ConfigurationEnter Selection: K However, I'm stuck in menu mode like below, Catalyst 1900 - Main Menu [C] Console Settings [S] System [N] Network Management [P] Port Configuration [A] Port Addressing [D]…
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Recommended Study Guide for CCDA Test
Read some reviews on Amazon and they weren't too favorable as I'm deciding on which is the best book to use to pass the CCDA. Any guidance on your experiences?
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Is there an advantage to have sip phones over sccp.
I was wondering if there is any need to load the sip files to cisco phones in a single site. Can i accomplish the same task with cisco phones running skinny which will be calling out via sip trunks.
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What factors do I need to consider when integrating an analog fax on the cisco pbx
I have fxs ports to give dial tone to the fax. But will I need a dedicated line over a sip trunk for the fax depending if the provider accepts fax over the trunk. What do I need to take into consideration when adding a analog fax to the cisco pbx to send and recieve faxes?
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sdm icdn1 exam
im using the ccent /ccna incd1 640-822 third edition wendell odom book and at the back its got a load of stuff on the sdm, but on the cisco site is says this product is not support anymore. My question is how much should i focus on this for the icnd1 exam.
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Cisco Logo in Email Signature
Oppinion wanted. During my CCNA studies, I decided to take the two test route. Now that I am a CCNA I currently just use the CCNA log in my email signature as it "trumps" the CCENT. Having said that, do you think it looks silly to use the CCENT and CCNA logos in my signature? I only ask because technically I am a certified…
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CCNA Recertification
i can recertifid my ccna with exam 642-062 YES or NO ? Thanks
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VLSM - What is the addresses? (How to? Need help, pls)
Hello, guys. I just learned VLSM recently. Though I have some problems, that I'd need help to, pls. I know, how to calculate small hosts, but let's concentrate on the main problem first. I've calculated the addresses, but dont know what is gateway, serial addresses, or ip address to the pc's and routers. Please refer to…
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Wifi and ethernet at the same time
I going to install an AP the next week in my work right now we go out to the internet through an ASA(VPN) is connected to the border router so all our traffic pass trough the ASA. Now with the wifi we are going to have free internet access no rules , no blocked pages because is AP---Switch---Router no VPN tunnel. so if i…
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Packet tracer Lab problem
Hello, I'm doing a packet tracer lab and I am having trouble determining: Assign the last usable IP address in the subnet R1’sFastethernet 0/0 is using. I typed "show cdp entry *" and I get the ip address of R1 but no subnet. Am I missing something...PT lab is linked below. http://tinyurl.com/btel4h9
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My CCNA notes (living document)
I know there are are a few notes threads around here, but I wanted to make my own notes thread for me, and hopefully it will help others out too. I want this to be a living document, meaning I will update it, and would appreciate the help of the community to recommend any corrections or additions. A little about me, I just…
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OSPF, EIGRP...wildcards questions
Hello, I'll try to be as clear as possible: In Lammle's book, he only uses wildcards when configuring OSPF. In this lab packet--->https://learningnetwork.cisco.com/docs/DOC-12808, lab NA-4-4-EIGRP uses wildcards. So I'm confused...EIGRP uses wildcards when setting it up? Lammle does not mention wildcards in regards to…
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Can a frame relay hub and spoke be done on two routers
I know that a frame relay hub and spoke configuration usually consists of at least 3 routers. But I was wondering if anyone has ever tried it on two routers. I have two 2620XMs each with a wic-2t interface module. Does anyone think it would work or even purchase another wic-2t for one of the routers. Or is a third router…
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My access server in an auto re-boot cycle | any known fix?
I was using my As2509-rj for about a year, and never got around to putting the Access Server IOS on it. I wanted to get set up with more than 4 VTY lines so I could use the multi tabbed terminal for all 8 off my devices. Plus I had lots of trouble with the clear line commands and just changing from device to device. Any…
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OSPF Neighbors
Hi All, I have what maybe a silly question, but wanted to see if I could get some clarification on the OSPF neighbor states. From what I understand, to be a neighboring OSPF router, you must be in the same subnet among other requirements, so wouldn't this mean that only directly connected routers would be neighbors? For…
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Lammle CCNA requirement
Hi, first post but long time lurker. I've seen the arguments for and against going straight into CCENT vs Network+ and decided to skip the Net+ and get the CCENT then CCNA. But when first cracking open Lammle's CCNA book (page 2) he says the chapter is written with the assumption you have already passed Net+. Will I be…
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cisco softphone help
im not a cisco person at all but one of my offices came with an installed and setup cisco SPA508G phone system, but im getting a annoying request to see if i can get the current phone system setup with software were the user can dial via a click on the screen and talk via headset is there anything out there for this thanks
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CCNA Voice lab question
Hi guys, So i got a router with: * CME 8.5, * VIC2-2FXS Module Card * VIC2-2FXO Module Card Also i got: * 3x7945 phones. Is this all I need for the CCNA Voice?
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ICND's or single exam question
Hello. In the next two weeks I will have about 40 odd hours completely dedicated to studying. Im thinking 20 hours split between reading/theory and packet tracer. I have my network+ and been reading Lammle's CCNA book here and there for the better part of a year. I started reading ICND2 material once I knew I could pass…
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Collusion browser add-on..
I installed the Collusion add-on for Mozilla Firefox and one that was ported for use on Google Chrome. Here is a description for Collusion: Collusion is an experimental add-on for Firefox that allows you to see which sites are using third-party cookies to track your movements across the Web. It shows, in real time, how…
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Taking ICND1 Monday
I was originally just going to wait and take the full CCNA exam at one time, getting it over with, but after a bit of thought I decided that it would be easier if I break it into 2 parts haha. I scheduled ICND1 for Monday morning @ 10:00. I feel pretty confident I'll pass it with no major issues, but does anyone have any…
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Passed ICND1
Been lurking around and gathering information, especially with regards to subnetting. Took the ICND1 test this morning and passed. The most stressful part was the feeling I was going to run out of time. I’m so use to the Microsoft tests where you can go back to previous questions, so this was a big change for me. All in…
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NetSimK ; VLAN configuration
I have another question guys. I decided to test my knowledge of VLAN configuration using NetSimK ; however, I don't think my knowledge is what I thought it was haha. I set up a very simple scenario: I have two switches, with two PC's on each switch. On each switch, I have a member of VLAN10 and a member of VLAN20, and I…
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Passed CCNA, should I go for MCITP or CCNP next???
I recently passed my CCNA exam. After talking with a few friends in the IT field, I was informed to go wide vice deep meaning to go after a few Microsoft certifications. After studying for my MCITP:70-680 I am finding out how much I really enjoy Networking. In order for me to market myself to potential employers, should I…
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Switch layer 3
So I removed a switch layer 2 because the company send us a new Switch. Now this the first time I going to use a layer 3 switch so in my previous switch I just needed to connect the router interfaces and thats it. like this one is layes 3 in the switch start point I need to use a IP like a router? like this fa0/1…
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Scheduled CCNA 640-802 Test
Hello all. I have been given 4 months to study and pass the 640-802. The test has been scheduled for January 2nd 2013. I'm a Server Admin by trade by I have recently been informed that I will be moving towards Network Admin. I have very limited experience with configuring Cisco devices. I have configured a port and set…
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What IOS and CME in CBT Nuggets Videos.
Does anyone know the exact IOS that Jeremy uses in his video series for his 2801. I thought it looked as C2801-adventerprisek9-mz.124-19.bin from the Cisco press book and CME 4.3.0.0. Can anyone confirm. Im trying to duplicate his exact setup. Also, why does he use 2 routers when the 2801 CME can provide DHCP for both…
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Got CME Working Partially
I have CME installed on a 1760 (c1700-ipvoicek9-mz.124-6.XT2.bin) with two IP phones. The 7960G is up and working using my DID from flowroute but the 7940G says TFTP timeout. I am in the early stages of learning this stuff so please bear with me. Any ideas why the 7940G is not coming up? From what it looks like in…
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Point of confusion: connecting e2000 router to my pc
I've recently started studying for the CCNA exam and one of the first things you learn is the type of cabling required between devices. (Hubs and Switches vs Routers, PCs, etc.) Basically, I got curious and checked to find that my PC and e2000 linksys router are connected via a straight-through cable. It's the same story…
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Network Warrior 2nd Edition
Good morning to all, I just got my copy of Network Warrior 2nd Edition. All I can say is that this book is great! It has alot of real life scenerios and examples. I like how easy the book is to read and understand. I'm currently studying for my CCNP - ROUTE and NW 2nd edition just throws a little extra info. to the…
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Practice labs for GNS3
Hey. I'm looking for a book I can get, software that may suggest you use gns3 for their labs, or a website that has GNS3 labs to help with Cisco ICND1 & ICND2. I'm going to use this until I get my routers and switches. I found one called freecnnaworkbook but the two IOS images it calls for I don't have. The ones the site…
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Failed CCNA
So I took the CCNA composite exam recently and got a 749 score. Although extremely let down in my score I feel like my study material might have been the issue. I had recently just completed the four entry level CCNA courses through my community college and had I gotten the Todd Lammle CCNA study guide but I felt like the…
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Failed ICND2
Just failed the ICND 2 with 818.....passmark was 825.... I couldn't believe it.....I felt confident....better go back to study more.... lol
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Anybody knows what is the simulation software used in this presentation?
I'm not talking about SDM, but the combination of GUI and the underlines. Is it packet tracer? Thanks, Security Device Manager and DHCP - YouTube
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About how many study hours for ICND2
Hey guys, I know questions like this are easily not very answerable but im not looking for a precise answer just about a estimation within 20 hours of what it would normally take. I am planning to go full time study for septemeber and put in the 8 hours i would have spent at a job, studying. I did net+ with no net…
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Best stuff for ICND2
Hi everyone. I just passed ICND1. Awesome feelings. Currently I am working in different area, not related with PCs or networking at all. I have no any equipment at home, excpect my lovely Laptop. I just wonder, my next goal is to get ICND2 till Christmas and next year start looking for a new job where I could express my…
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Todd Lammle CCNA + ICND1 Exam
Hello all, I have purchased Todd Lammle's 7th Edition CCNA study guide with the goal of sitting the ICND1. My question is, if i have purchased the CCNA and not the CCENT guide that he has published, at what point/chapter do i look at booking for the ICND1 exam and start reviewing material that is covered in the ICND1.…
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Security Path here I come
Hello All, I've been in the game for years and always held a wide skill set (MS, Virtualization, R/S) but have now landed a focused Cisco role. I have had the good luck of working with ASA 5510's and Cisco gear over the last 5yrs and even in my new role, I am blessed with a massive environment with Active/Active 5510's,…
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Advice in my first "mission"
Hi I just started today my new job so my welcome present was this http://www.mediafire.com/view/?2m5365w8cp23y3c for security I painted the public addresses. this was the old topology you see the switch in the middle is gone. the router is our access to the inter we are using fiber my question is. I going to add another…
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Is the routing table stored in NVRAM?
or, it will be re-calculated each time a router reboot?
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ICND1 labs.
The Odom book includes the following labs: Configuring IP addresses 1 and 2 Connected Routes Static routes 1 and 2 Configuring loopback interfaces Subnet Zero 1 Are these enough or do I need to get more?
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STP Designated Port Question
Hi everybody, I'm currently studying to take the 640-802 exam, and I'm using the ExamCram 3rd Edition book to prepare for it. So far, I've noticed some pretty glaring mistakes in the book, but I have been able to verify with math or logic that there are errors. However, now I've ran into a problem - I don't know if there's…
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Passed ICND1 today
I am a long time reader but never post. I wanted to say that this is a great resource for obtaining info and asking questions. I passed with a score of 850 today. Not the best but it will do. I have the CBT nugget videos and read Odom's book. I used this forum to perfect my subnetting technique. I will be cracking open…
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why hub-hub connection needs cross over cable?
I understood switch-switch requires crossover since switches need to talk each other for STP protocols alike. But hub looks like just signal duplicator. Does it need to talk to another hub like switch does?
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Is routersim a must to pass ccna?
$179. Hmmm....
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Ethernet Frame
I read that to differentiate between Ethernet II and IEEE 802.3 we have to see the value of Length/Type Field . . If the two-octet value is equal to or greater than 0x0600 hexadecimal or 1536 decimal, then the contents of the Data Field are decoded according to the EtherType protocol indicated. Whereas if the value is…
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icnd2 exam topics
hello all hope your well and having a good summer. im in my final week of exam prep, and going through the exam topics from the cisco site with a fine tooth comb. just wondering if its worth going over icnd1 topics again, i.e osi, router boot, config reg, password, dhcp ext. cheers dave
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CCNA Lab Kit
Hey. I think I finally decided on what devices I am going to buy for my lab. After reading tons of stuff and I owe thanks to users on here who gave me suggestions. I'll be going back and giving rep points to everyone who helped I appreciate it . If you have any advice or suggestions on something I should add, change, or…
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Starting my CCNA journey Monday!
Hey there TE! So I see a lot of these threads and I figure'd I would create one. I'm sure I will have a lot of questions along the way and I am already starting to get information overload! Looking for any words of wisdom, advice, pittfalls to avoid , anything really. So my company is paying for my ccna course through cbt…
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Second Shot Voucher
Do Cisco offer second shot vouchers on their exams like microsoft do?
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Are IPv6 and VPN part of current CCNA exam?
I see them in Lammle's book, but not in the CCNA's subject list...
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How a router knows which interface to advertise routing protocol messages?
I understood usually routers are interconnected on serial interfaces. Does it mean a router will by default advertise its protocol messages to all its serial interfaces? Any possibility it will send advertisement to its ethernet port?
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Rack for cisco routers/switches...
Hey guys. I plan on ordering a certification kit some time in the next week but I want to get a rack to put them in otherwise I'll have to stack them somewhere on the floor or move my other laptop off my desk with some other things. Where is the cheapest place to order a basic rack big enough to hold a Cisco Dual 2501…
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OSPF Default Route Issue....
Hi everyone, Long time lurker, first time poster. Anyways, I'm working on a little OSPF lab (practice for CCNA, passed CCENT about 3 weeks ago). I have a setup with (3) 3550's running ip routing. I'm configuring OSPF but I can't ping the internet from router/switch except the router with the actual uplink to the internet.…
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Cisco Router Question
Hey. Sorry for all the questions I have been asking lately. Anyway, as suggested for my home lab I've been looking on ebay for routers and switches. I've seen a few items I like such as a Cisco 2501 and Cisco 2611-XM router. Anyway, what I was wondering is on these particular auctions I was looking at it doesn't say it…
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3 month course for preparing CCNA exam?
Hey I've been given a chance to sign up to a 3 month course that prepares you to present yourself (and appove) the CCNA exam. Should it be enough, in normal conditions? I ask because it cost 1500€ and obviously I wouldn't like to waste my money. I'm not a fan of reading books on my own time. Thanks!
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Use it or Lose it!
Well gang, I'm back. I'm back on the cert track after a 3 month hiatus to transition out of teaching and into IT (and a whole new city). Sadly, things got way too stressful between moving my entire life and starting a new career so I had to put my quest for my CCNA on hold. I'm starting to look back at my notes and my book…
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Passed ICND1 CCENT Today!!!
Not to sound like a nerd, but I cant wait to finally get to studying for the INCD2! I've had the book for some time now, but didnt want to confuse myself with what was on ICND1. For anyone wanting to know what I used to study. I read Lammle's book front to back twice. I read Odom's book front to back once, and kept going…
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ICND2 fail......
Score of 762....disappointed but gonna tackle it in 2 weeks.....totally rushed and guessed a simulator problem..MY FAULT......gonna kick a$$ on the re-take...self taught with NO networking experience,so I'm not mad,just disappointed in myself Info feels fresh in my brain and that's why I'm gonna hit it again…
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Icnd2 exam- nerve racking
Hey guys did my ICND2 exam today. It was nerve racking. An hour or two before the exam my nerves were just getting the best of me i had to get a series of packet tracer labs and just practice to relax a bit. Then came the exam, at this point my nerves were just kicking and the exam was seeming a bit tough; that didn't…
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Certification Kit
Hello. I was looking for some advice on what certification kit to buy from Cisco Certification: CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, used Cisco router, Cisco switch, Cisco routers.. I read the descriptions on a lot of them and I was thinking about getting the cumstom ccna kit which comes with: Two 2610 32/8 Routers (can be upgraded) Two…
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can I start a serial interface?
CISCO_2513(config)#int s0CISCO_2513(config-if)#no shutCISCO_2513(config-if)#endCISCO_2513#show int s0Serial0 is down, line protocol is down Why can I not start the serial 0? This s0 is not connecting to anywhere, so it's expected to see its line protocol is down. But should it show "Serial0 is up" ?
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Couple quick questions for the CCENT
Hey guys I had a few quick ones to ask. I'm planning on taking the CCENT around late September/early Oct. I read through Odom's book and I feel comfortable so far. I was wondering how accurate are the questions on websites such as subnettingquestions.com - Free Subnetting Questions and Answers Randomly Generated Online or…
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HDLC vs. PPP regarding support of mulitple network layer protocols
I learned each vendor has its own specific proprietary header to accommodate multiple network protocol layers, thus HDLC is vendor specific and not compatible. PPP can resolve this issue. I don't know why it requires a proprietary header in HDLC to support multiple network layer protocols. But I'm just guessing the reason…
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I can get my hands on this lab equipment
1 Cisco 2503 Router 1 Cisco 2513 Router 1 Cisco 2521 Router 1 Cisco 2900 24 port switch 1 Cisco 1601 Router 1 Cisco 1602 Router 1 Cisco 1720 Router 1 Madge Model 20 Access Switch 1 Micro Seven LS100 Mini PBX Similator What would you suggest is a fare price? EDIT sratakhim Hmm I was going to buy them for the CCNA, but if…
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which WAN protocols we really need to know?
Lammel says only HDLC,PPP,FR are supported on a Cisco router serial interface. However, he mentioned a lot other WAN protocols like MPLS, ATM, PPPOE, ISDN, etc.. I'm really concerned. Do we really need to know much about them?
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Subnetting - Phone Screen
I just had a phone screen for a network engineer position. Here was 2 of the questions: How many host addresses are available in 10.15.1.255 with a subnet of 255.0.0.0 What is the broadcast address for 10.1.0.0 with a subnet of 255.255.255.0 Post your answers please, so we can discuss.
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VLSM Question
Im going to be taking my CCNA exam Thursday, and the only thing that is honestly holding me up is VLSMs. I understand the blocksizes for class C, (well I think ) but after that I'm not sure. What summary address would be sent from router A? RouterA: 3 networks attached: 172.16.128.0/18 172.16.32.0/24 172.16.64.0/18 And its…
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Failed CCNA today
I went and took my CCNA today, I got a 700 out of 815 of passing. I know what I need to work on though, and I'm going to try it again once I got on christmas break from college. I'm not sure exactly what made it so hard, but the practice tests I took I was getting passing grades in the areas that I did bad on the test in.…
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Just passed ICND2!
Hello all, Just Passed ICND2 with an 848 on my second attempt. I failed my first attempt last week due to the fact I was just too slow. The exam timed out on me with like 6 or 7 questions left. There were no issues with the exam ; I was just too slow. I got so used to sitting at my home lab and taking my sweet ol' time. I…
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Does run config saves to the dram?
I am having an issue with writing configs to nvram on a 2811: Router#wr Bad configuration memory structure -- try rewriting Bad configuration memory structure -- try rewriting Building configuration... *Aug 17 14:23:07.099: %SYS-5-CONFIG_I: Configured from console by console[OK] Router# Router# I tried test memory command…
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Connecting home lab to the internet HELP! (Att uverse 2wire box)
Hello, I am trying to connect my home lab to the internet, I got this ATT uverse box that has everything integrated (Wireless, switch, modem). Here is my lab set up, I am working from host in blue :) I am able to ping from HQ to the ATT box (192.168.1.254) but I cannot ping anywhere in the internet. Here is my running…
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Switches vs. routers
I know that one of the functions of routers is to separate broadcast domains. However, switches can also separate broadcast domains using VLANs. Are routers really necessary in a LAN environment?
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Problems updating IOS on Cisco WS-C3550-24PWR switch.
I bought a Cisco WS-C3550-24PWR for a home lab off of eBay and when I powered it up I got a message saying "!!! WARNING: The switch is not usable !!!". So looking at the error message a little further I noticed this. POST: ILP Controller Tests : Begin POST: ILP Controller Tests : End, Status Failed I Googled to see what an…
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Quck VLSM Question(example enclosed, website has a few cisco books online view only)
http://fengnet.com/book/CCNA%20Portable/ch02lev1sec2.html Alright I was brushing up on some of the basics but I have a quick question on VLSM. If you jump down to step 5: determine network numbers for serial links at the end it talks about recombining sub-subnets. 00010000 = .16/30 through 00111100 = .60/30 it says they…