From: Rik Guyler (rik@guyler.net)
Date: Thu Sep 11 2008 - 08:37:31 ART
The big thing you will be missing is the QoS features. These are a must and
the only way to really dig into those is by using the 3560/3750 series
switches. Non-L3 or 3550 series switches won't give you what you need and
believe me, you don't want to miss that one.
If budget is a concern get one of the 8-port 3560 switches. Inexpensive but
can run the advanced image just as the bigger models.
Rik
-----Original Message-----
From: nobody@groupstudy.com [mailto:nobody@groupstudy.com] On Behalf Of
Amir.Tahir/Wateen/Lahore
Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2008 4:47 AM
To: ccielab@groupstudy.com
Subject: Switching need expert views
Hi experts
With reference to R&S I would like to inquire the functionality of Layer
2 and layer 3 switches..
I believe I can do STP, MST, and hardcore switching on Cisco 2970 switch
as well. Well I won't be able to create L3 etherchannel but surely able
to create L2 ether channel... What other limitation we have for Cisco
2970 switch...
I have one 3550 and would like to add another switch (Cisco 2970 - due
budget constraints) to practice core Switching on my home lab. Please
let me know if you think other way around
Thank you for your help and support
Regards
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Amir Tahir
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