Cisco IOS 12.4 vs 15.1

[GuoPatrick02]

Hey, I heard that IOS 15 is basically 12 with more features. Are all the commands still the same or are there changes in the command structures for certain parts?

[Raju Sekharan]

Hi Patrick,

This is a higher version of IOS code. There can be slight change in some command syntax. Otherwise syntax is going to be same like in 12.4.

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/iosswrel/ps8802/ps10587/ps10591/ps10621/qa_c67_561940.html

Thanks

Raju

[GuoPatrick02]

Ehh I was lookin more towards if "I could use 15.1 IOS to study for the CCIE lab exam"

[Raju Sekharan]

You can use 15.1 for practicing.  But if possible try to use 12.4 itslef so that you don't practice some new commands which is supported in 15.1 but not in 12.4

Thanks

Raju

[GuoPatrick02]

Ehh I'm kinda confused. Do you know that there's some differences or is that what you think? Somebody told me that IOS 15 and 12 are the same commands its just that 15 has a few new features. Not saying I disagree or anything but I just want accurate information

[Raju Sekharan · Accepted solution]

That is true. Same commands will work

I am talking about the new features only. Just make sure that you practice only commands which is present in 12.4.

Chances are very less of using commands which are not supported in 12.4. Just mentioend that rare risk for you to be aware.

If you just practice only referring 12.4 command line there is no issues

Thanks

Raju

[GuoPatrick02]

OHH lol I thought you were talkin about old commands too. Thanks for the answers

[Raju Sekharan]

You are welcome

[mohamedjasren]

hi Rajs, just want to add on ask. how about 2811, migration from 12.4T to 15.1 can be direct? any configuration need to be change? thanks