Just bought a CCNA lab on ebay. Did I get good value?
howiehandles
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in CCNA & CCENT
1. Two Cisco 2620XM Series Routers having 32MB FLASH, 128MB DRAM, 1 FAST ETHERNET PORT and 2-SERIAL PORTS along with SDM Configured, IOS version 12.4
2. Two Cisco 2924 Switches WS-C2924-XL switches with 8MB memory, 24 fast ethernet ports (WS-C2924-XL-A, WS-C2924-XL-EN or WS-C2924M-XL-EN will be provided depending on availability in stock. All models are same with 24 fast ethernet ports and 8 MB memory)
4. 2 Back to Back Serial Cables to connect Routers
5. 1 Console Cable to configure the Routers and Switches
6. 4 Power Cables
paid 235 plus shipping, which is about 30 bucks.
I'm planning on adding a 2950 and a 1924 from my own supply.
Seemed like a good deal to me, but wanted to check with folks who are much more knowledgeable than I am about this stuff.
2. Two Cisco 2924 Switches WS-C2924-XL switches with 8MB memory, 24 fast ethernet ports (WS-C2924-XL-A, WS-C2924-XL-EN or WS-C2924M-XL-EN will be provided depending on availability in stock. All models are same with 24 fast ethernet ports and 8 MB memory)
4. 2 Back to Back Serial Cables to connect Routers
5. 1 Console Cable to configure the Routers and Switches
6. 4 Power Cables
paid 235 plus shipping, which is about 30 bucks.
I'm planning on adding a 2950 and a 1924 from my own supply.
Seemed like a good deal to me, but wanted to check with folks who are much more knowledgeable than I am about this stuff.
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darkerz
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Is the IOS 12.4?
Do they come with Wic 2T's? 2A/S's? Do you have an NM-8A/S for Frame Relay?
Take into account the price of WIC's you need for an effective lab.
I can say it's a decent price, but you can pick up 128/32 2620xm's for 80$ a pop these days.
2924's are lower tier, aim for 2950's, better value for a modern lab.
I would avoid the kits, once you build your own and look back on this, you will see they tried to skimp out on the goods. Get it part by part.:twisted: -
johnwest43
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not bad but i would reccommend at least 1 2950. The test and all the study material uses commands based on a 2950 and or 2960 switch.CCNP: ROUTE B][COLOR=#ff0000]x[/COLOR][/B , SWITCH B][COLOR=#ff0000]x[/COLOR][/B, TSHOOT [X ] Completed on 2/18/2014 -
hermeszdata
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johnwest43 wrote: »not bad but i would reccommend at least 1 2950. The test and all the study material uses commands based on a 2950 and or 2960 switch.
I would recommend 2 2950 switches. If memory serves correctly, the 29**XL series did not support dot1q trunking (isl only) which you need to understand for the exam. There were a few other issues but I cannot remember what they are (been 16 months since I had my hands on a 29**XL.)JohnCurrent Progress:
Studying:CCNA Security - 60%, CCNA Wireless - 80%, ROUTE - 10% (Way behind due to major Wireless Project)Exams Passed:
CCNA - 640-802 - 17 Jan 2011 -- CVOICE v6 - 642-436 - 28 Feb 2011
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Great find and price! Considering fati_zee sells 2620xm for $129 each and 2924 for $59 a piece. -
darkerz
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Great find and price! Considering fati_zee sells 2620xm for $129 each and 2924 for $59 a piece.
They're 32/8's in this package, tho. Skimped out on memory.:twisted: -
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They're 32/8's in this package, tho. Skimped out on memory.
The 2620xm is what I was talking about. I mean, the price of 2x 2620xm alone already costs $258.howiehandles wrote: »1. Two Cisco 2620XM Series Routers having 32MB FLASH, 128MB DRAM, 1 FAST ETHERNET PORT and 2-SERIAL PORTS along with SDM Configured, IOS version 12.4
I saw a few 2620xm for $80 128/32. But, what if it doesnt have 12.4? How can you get the 12.4? I dont have a Cisco account.