CCIE Lab Setup - Suggestions

[Leaper_SG]

Hi all,

Seek some experts advice on building a CCIE R&S lab for practical studies.
Is it better to get a PC or a Laptop for such preparation.

Will be using GNS3 + 4x C3650.

My hardware options :
1)PC
- Intel i7-3930k
- 32GB Ram
- 512GB SSD
- 1TB HDD
- 3 PCI Slot motherboard (Cant find much for newer models)

OR

2)Laptop
- Thinkpad W530 (Intel 3820QM)
- 32GB Ram
- 512GB SSD
- 1TB HDD

Software : Ubuntu Linux / GNS3 / ser2net

To Simulate 12 router ports :
- 2x Satechi 12 Port USB Hub with Power Adapter & 2 Control Switches
- 14x Plugable USB 2.0 to 10/100 Fast Ethernet LAN Network RJ45 Adapter (ASIX AX88772 chipset)
- 4x USB to RS232 Serial DB9 Cable Adapter FTDI Chipset 10 Feet

Anyone here preparing for the lab using GNS3?

 

[ampdeck]

Hi all,

Seek some experts advice on building a CCIE R&S lab for practical studies.
Is it better to get a PC or a Laptop for such preparation.

Will be using GNS3 + 4x C3650.

My hardware options :
1)PC
- Intel i7-3930k
- 32GB Ram
- 512GB SSD
- 1TB HDD
- 3 PCI Slot motherboard (Cant find much for newer models)

OR

2)Laptop
- Thinkpad W530 (Intel 3820QM)
- 32GB Ram
- 512GB SSD
- 1TB HDD

Software : Ubuntu Linux / GNS3 / ser2net

To Simulate 12 router ports :
- 2x Satechi 12 Port USB Hub with Power Adapter & 2 Control Switches
- 14x Plugable USB 2.0 to 10/100 Fast Ethernet LAN Network RJ45 Adapter (ASIX AX88772 chipset)
- 4x USB to RS232 Serial DB9 Cable Adapter FTDI Chipset 10 Feet

Anyone here preparing for the lab using GNS3?

hi bro you can refer to this link

Connecting Dynamips Routers to Physical Switches, Located in Different Cities! | Welcome!

good luck on your journey

 

[coutuser]

Hi all,

Seek some experts advice on building a CCIE R&S lab for practical studies.
Is it better to get a PC or a Laptop for such preparation.

Will be using GNS3 + 4x C3650.

My hardware options :
1)PC
- Intel i7-3930k
- 32GB Ram
- 512GB SSD
- 1TB HDD
- 3 PCI Slot motherboard (Cant find much for newer models)

OR

2)Laptop
- Thinkpad W530 (Intel 3820QM)
- 32GB Ram
- 512GB SSD
- 1TB HDD

Software : Ubuntu Linux / GNS3 / ser2net

To Simulate 12 router ports :
- 2x Satechi 12 Port USB Hub with Power Adapter & 2 Control Switches
- 14x Plugable USB 2.0 to 10/100 Fast Ethernet LAN Network RJ45 Adapter (ASIX AX88772 chipset)
- 4x USB to RS232 Serial DB9 Cable Adapter FTDI Chipset 10 Feet

Anyone here preparing for the lab using GNS3?

pardon me for asking but why is the USB to RS232 necessary in a simulator

 

[hellslayer]

rent a rack is much better. some function not available in simulation.
if ur workplace have few spare routers and switches, hehheh... /wink, can ask for T-loan from ur boss.

 

[Leaper_SG]

pardon me for asking but why is the USB to RS232 necessary in a simulator

It is used for console ports into 4 switches.

Anyway, no need to buy 4 individual.

Bought this :
Amazon.com: GearMo® 36inch Quad Port FTDI USB to Serial Cable for MA PC Linux with Windows Certified Drivers: Computers & Accessories