CCNP Lab using a 3725 with a NM-4T

djfunz

So I finally have a gig where I can get my hands a little dirtier on the Networking side of things. I have decided to pursue the CCNP and discovered Jeremy's micro nugget here:
MicroNugget: Building a CCNP Home Lab - YouTube

He mentions including a 3640 for Frame Relay and having a central hub. Could I use a 3725 with a NM-4T instead?

My employer has most of the equipment on Jeremy's list just not the 1841s and the 3640 so since we already have the 3725, it would be nice.

I also wouldn't mind hearing some opinions on what everyone thinks of Jeremey's choices on that nugget.

Thanks for the suggestions guys and gals. I'm looking forward to getting this going.

SteveO86

Frame-relay switches is very basic and the 3745 will definitely get you by. 3600's are cheaper then 3700s which is probably why they mentioned it.

prtech

I only used 3725s for ROUTE. I never ran into any issues not being able to lab anything that ROUTE covers. The specific image I used was c3725-adventerprisek9-mz.124-15.T14.

djfunz

Fantastic, I'll just pick up the NM-4T and the 1841s then.

wintermute000

Hint: GNS3

djfunz

Appreciate the hint but I prefer real gear this go around. I used GNS3 for my CCNA and there is no substitute for cables and lights.