Is a 1721 ok for a frame relay switch?

drew2000

Just trying to eek out enough frame relay knowledge for my CCNA.

I currently have a 1721 with a dual serial WIC. I was thinking that would probably be good enough for a frame relay switch if I connected two 2501's as the spokes.

Most of the posts I have seen show people using 2520's or 2600's though.

If there is a way I can use my existing 1721 that would be great...

Thanks,
Drew

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mikej412

drew2000 wrote: »

two 2501's as the spokes.

Two spoke routers with no hub router probably won't work.

And a hub with just one spoke doesn't let you practice the the spoke to spoke configuration and see the spoke to spoke communication.

I think the 1700s are supported now under Dynamips/Dynagen/GNS3 -- so that might be an option.

drew2000

So I need a total of 4 routers? (frame relay has always been a weak area).

The Techlab says a frame relay can be setup for 3 even though 4 is better.

TechExams.Net CCNA TechLab: Configuring Frame Relay

I'm just not sure how deep I need to get into frame relay for the CCNA exam. A buddy at work said he hardly got any frame relay questions at all on the test. I want to make sure I am prepared though.

Drew

captobvious

+1 for preparedness

If it's on the exam blueprint, it's fair game on the test.