If not....
You definitely want a managed switch. You will be able to see the interface statistics, network statistics and the like. A 2950-12 or 24 port works great.
Amazing deal. Cisco 2950T-24 24 ports 10/100 and 2 1000BT copper connections. great for X-over uplink or GBit to a server.
By doing a show interface FastEthernet0/1 (or whatever port your machine is plugged into) you will see collision, runts, giants, interface speed, duplex and more. Helpful in troubleshooting machines/networks. Also helps to be able to shut a port off during a DoS or virus outbreak!
-James
At 10:08 4/3/03, Lum, David wrote:
Showing my switch ignorance...is there a big functional difference between a cheaper D-Link and other layer 2 managed switches?
I could probably sell them on upgrading to a $400 D-Link if I credited the price of their old one towards the new one, dunno that I could justify it to my personal satisfaction though.
Thanks for the help, Dave Lum - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sr. Network Specialist - Textron Financial 503-675-5510
-----Original Message----- From: Ely, Don [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, April 03, 2003 06:46 AM To: NT 2000 Discussions Subject: RE: Full & Half Duplex
It's "possible" that the switch didn't reset itself. Although, it should be able to auto-negotiate. However, it "is" a Linksys and I'd be reluctant to buy one for home use....
As for what point I would recommend a managed switch, it's a tough call. With limited budgets, pros and cons must be addressed. But you as the consultant need to be able to back it up and provide details as to why they need certain features. I myself, get managed switches anytime I can. It saves a lot of heartache in most cases....
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