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FloOz
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Here's and update on my lab.
2x 2950s
1x 2610XM
2x 2514s
1x 2610XM (Frame Relay)
My next investment is definitely going to be a digicm32 access server and 2x 3550s.
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MAC_Addy
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It is. I've never had any problems with HP products.ciscoman2012 wrote: »Don't tell me that's an HP Procurve as your main switch in the smaller rack. I hate them with a passion! lol2017 Certification Goals:
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f0rgiv3n
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I've gotta say.. some of these home labs are INSANE! It makes me crack up LOL. I can't even imagine the amount of heat some of these pump out... I only have:
2x2950
2x3550
and GNS3
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FloOz
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It's not just a matter of passing the exam and being done with it, at least for me it's not. Personally, I have used gns3 and packet tracer however I find them to get boring and dull. Learning in a home lab environment teaches you so much more and gives you valuable experience (if you are not already in a networking role that is). You run into many more technical issues when using a home lab that you otherwise would never have learned by using a network simulator. I have had the opportunity to speak with 2 CCIE's and they both told me the same thing, that getting a home lab is invaluable for someone who is trying to break into a networking role. So honestly an electrical bill is the least of my worries, not that my lab consumes that much anyways
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LinuxRacr
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^^^^Agreed. Without my home lab, there are concepts I would not have understood in my endeavor for more knowledge. The stuff I've learned this year has applied directly to my job. And if you are worried about your lab consuming power, turn everything on only when you need to use it..My WGU B.S. IT - Security Progress : Transferred In|Remaining|In Progress|Completed
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DevilWAH
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I have always been lucky in having lots of spare equipment at work to play with. So my home labs have never been that impressive. One of the companies I worked at had a complete server room dedicated to study that you could help you self to the equipment.
GNS3 is fine for routers, but you need real switches to study switching, and to learn STP you need 3 or 4 minimum to see it working in action.- If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. Albert Einstein
- An arrow can only be shot by pulling it backward. So when life is dragging you back with difficulties. It means that its going to launch you into something great. So just focus and keep aiming.
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Patel128
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I do agree with having physical gear. I love having the routers and switches sitting right next to me. I need to use a kill-a-watt and see how much power all of my gear uses. In the end, everyone should do what they think is best for me, for me its having the gear. I really need to finish up my Linux+ and get my lab all up and running. I sure do miss studying for cisco.Studying For:
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Roguetadhg
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Shoot, Patel128, I know your feeling so. bloody. much.
It's exciting to learn about new technologies, love it. But my heart isn't in Linux... I think at this moment it's learning the commands, not theory... nothing I can 'visualize' and make it my own. Other than scripting, but I don't like programming :PIn order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.
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ciscoman2012
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Just cleaned up my home office a bit and reorganized everything. Took a few pictures and thought I'd post them up for you guys. Most of my switches are at work in another lab there. Since I'm working on SWITCH right now I'm keeping them all at work so I can make changes throughout the day while doing labs.
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Cerebro
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Impressive, but you need a whiteboard to make it perfect 2014 goals: ICND2[] -
Skydivingcows
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Very nice setup. I just joined the site and am now able to see these great lab pictures. I like the Skeletek you have. I'm thinking about grabbing the 16U or 20U after readsing the rave reviews.ciscoman2012 wrote: »Just cleaned up my home office a bit and reorganized everything. Took a few pictures and thought I'd post them up for you guys. Most of my switches are at work in another lab there. Since I'm working on SWITCH right now I'm keeping them all at work so I can make changes throughout the day while doing labs.
I recently acquired 6 2561XM's (6Wic-2T) and 3 2950C's along with the CM48 to start my lab.
LinuxRacr,
I purchased the CM48 and interested in how to get it up and working once everything comes in. That webpower switch could come in handy. I'll have to look into that. -
ciscoman2012
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Skydivingcows wrote: »Very nice setup. I just joined the site and am now able to see these great lab pictures. I like the Skeletek you have. I'm thinking about grabbing the 16U or 20U after readsing the rave reviews.
I recently acquired 6 2561XM's (6Wic-2T) and 3 2950C's along with the CM48 to start my lab.
LinuxRacr,
I purchased the CM48 and interested in how to get it up and working once everything comes in. That webpower switch could come in handy. I'll have to look into that.
I'd def. suggest the Skeletek. The only thing I didn't like was building it once it arrived. Only took about 45 minutes though so wasn't the end of the world.
http://www.dantraknet.com/category/41
I'd suggest either the 16U or 20U. Later on you can always purchase a 8U or 10U extension to it..(if memory recalls..). That's what I'll be doing in a few months when I move my switches back into my Home rack.
Nice job with the 2651XM's. Even better that they came with 2T's installed. I always try to buy my gear with some sort of NM or WIC modules in it. Sometimes I've even bought routers (like the 3640) which I don't even need just to get the cards that are installed inside it. -
LinuxRacr
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Skydivingcows,
The following thread will get you up and running on your Digi, no problem:
www.techexams.net/forums/ccna-ccent/75642-digi-cm32-console-server.html
The WebPowerSwitch 6 is awesome. I can access my lab from anywhere and power up only what I need.My WGU B.S. IT - Security Progress : Transferred In|Remaining|In Progress|Completed
AGC1, CLC1, GAC1, INC1, CTV1, INT1, BVC1, TBP1, TCP1, QLT1, HHT1, QBT1, BBC1 (39 CUs), (0 CUs) (0 CUs)
WFV1, BNC1, EAV1, EBV1, COV1 | MGC1, IWC1 | CQV1, CNV1, IWT1, RIT1 | DRV1, DSV1, TPV1, CVV1 | EUP1, EUC1, DHV1| CUV1, C173 | BOV1, CJV1, TXP1, TXC1 | TYP1, TYC1, SBT1, RGT1 (84 CUs) DONE! -
JustFred
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Hey Guys,
How many routers and switches can you fit into the C20 Skeletek rack and would a dell 1950 also fit in?
I'm not familiar with it but are these based on inches?
Dimensions: 43" high x 24" wide x 24" deep[/QUOTE] [h=2]"After a time, you may find that having is not so pleasing a thing, after all, as wanting. It is not logical, but it is often true." Spock[/h] -
ciscoman2012
Member Posts: 313
Hey Guys,
How many routers and switches can you fit into the C20 Skeletek rack and would a dell 1950 also fit in?
I'm not familiar with it but are these based on inches?
Dimensions: 43" high x 24" wide x 24" deep
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Yes those measurements are recorded in inches. All of the racks from Skeletek are named by the amount of unit space in each rack. For example, C20U = 20 1U appliances figuring you leave no open space between devices and use no rack shelfs. Keep in mind you can always add on 8, 10, or 12U expansions to the top of the rack. I would suggest starting with a 16U or 20U and then adding the expansion unit later on if you outgrow the initial rack. Unless you have a really light server I don't know if I'd feel comfortable housing it in a 2 post rack (like the Skeletek). -
JustFred
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Thank you for the reply and clear explanation.
I figured i will get one and also regarding the server, its a 1U server and i figured i could put it way below in the rack with a shelf underneath if that's possible.[h=2]"After a time, you may find that having is not so pleasing a thing, after all, as wanting. It is not logical, but it is often true." Spock[/h] -
ciscoman2012
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Thank you for the reply and clear explanation.
I figured i will get one and also regarding the server, its a 1U server and i figured i could put it way below in the rack with a shelf underneath if that's possible.
I'm sure that would work fine the only thing I'd be worried about is it hanging way out of the rear of the rack because of the server length. -
FloOz
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So my work recently hooked me up with some new gear when I told them about my studies. I wish I would have told them earlier and saved myself the cash. They gave me 2x 3560s; 1x 3550; 1x 1841. 1x 2621XM; 1x 2651XM
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DevilWAH
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So my work recently hooked me up with some new gear when I told them about my studies. I wish I would have told them earlier and saved myself the cash. They gave me 2x 3560s; 1x 3550; 1x 1841. 1x 2621XM; 1x 2651XM
Can't complain about that can you you know your working for a decent company when they do things like that. enjoy it - If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. Albert Einstein
- An arrow can only be shot by pulling it backward. So when life is dragging you back with difficulties. It means that its going to launch you into something great. So just focus and keep aiming.
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Roguetadhg
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Sweet mother of god.In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.
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DevilWAH
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I just found an old 3845 CISCO to add to the 2 X 3725's About time I started racking.
- If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. Albert Einstein
- An arrow can only be shot by pulling it backward. So when life is dragging you back with difficulties. It means that its going to launch you into something great. So just focus and keep aiming.
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FloOz
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Yah its great. There are tons of resources here. Hopefully Ill get the promo to network engineer soon now that the network manager knows that I am working hard in my studies
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Roguetadhg
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I wish my work would give me Cisco stuff. All I got is this crappy Davox predictive dialer.
It's built like a tank though...In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.
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Corza
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Well, I thought I might throw some pics up of what I have been piecing together over the past month or so.
I have been building it mainly to study for CCNP SWITCH.
So far it has
1x 3550
2x 2950
2x 2620's
2x 2610's
1x 2503
1x 2504
1x Digi CM32
I still need to rack mount a few devices.
I have managed to find some bargains, including the rack which was only $60! Spend around $500 so far.
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TheShadow
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Very nice; the rack was a steal, I am jealous, wish my skeltek had doors. I guess you had access to a truck to move it home. I see your 2950's are the G enterprise models which will help you some.Who knows what evil lurks in the heart of technology?... The Shadow DO -
jdballinger
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Nice setup! My wife would slaughter me though if I brought home a full size cabinet! -
Corza
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Thanks guys. My gf didn't like helping me move it, but does not mind it in my "office/study" room.
I have a ute (pickup you americans call it) so I just used that. I have been very lucky with the whole project of putting this together. Managed to get everything except the Digi in Brisbane, Australia too. I got the 3550 for $30 as its fan does not work with the EMI image. The 2950's were only $25 each.
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jimmyz80
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Just finished racking up the equipment for what will be my CCIE study rack. I still need a few more cables to arrive, and then it should be all set.
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JeanM
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Sweet! I have the same rack I also picked up my 2nd 3550. Replaced a couple 2620s with 2620XMs as well.
I need to clean it up / update it after I made some changes
2015 goals - ccna voice / vmware vcp.