Cisco + wireless

Darthn3ss

Hi

Since i'm going to be starting my CWNA studies pretty soon, i want to put together a small wireless network, maybe 2 access points, just to around with and then break later... I've been reading on the CWNP forums that is helpful to get some "enterprise level" equipment... so, i counter that question with: what can i get int he $150 and under (a peice) range? preferably off of ebay. I don't really know what to look for as far as cisco equipment. i'd hate to buy something and then find out its useless.

Thanks.

Ahriakin

I have an 11xx at home and for study purposes it should do everything you need.

sthomas

The Cisco 851w Wireless router is good, although it cost more than you want to spend and is probably overkill for the CWNA (only guessing). It is a nice addition to a home/small business network in my opinion. If you keep an eye out on newegg they sometimes have the open box item for $235.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833120314

JDMurray

Does Cisco release simulations of the management interfaces of their equipment? Sims can at least give you an idea of the management, monitoring, and logging feature a device has without having the actual device.