Lab Switch recommendation needed

[sl1210user]

Hi I am looking to purchase  a couple of switches to get the idea of using the CLI and trunking etc.

What would be a good one to buy?

I was looking at the CISCO CATALYST WS-C2950G-48-EI

Something that I can also configure VLANs on, and that has a GUI option.

What is a good one to use?

Thanks

[johnlloyd_13]

hi,

are you looking for a lab switch for your CCNA R/S?

do you plan to upgrade to CCNP R/S or branch out to CCNA Security afterwards?

[sl1210user]

Hi,

To start with I am looking for a Switch that I can use to follow the CCNA R/S.

Then move on from there.

Thanks

[johnlloyd_13]

depends on your budget but you're best bet is to get a 2960.

[johnlloyd_13]

depends on your budget but you're best bet is to get a 2960.

[adammcleish]

Packet tracer was great for the CCNA R/S.  It has pretty much everything you need.

[sl1210user]

Hi,

To start with I am looking for a Switch that I can use to follow the CCNA R/S.

Then move on from there.

Thanks

[sl1210user]

Hi,

To start with I am looking for a Switch that I can use to follow the CCNA R/S.

Then move on from there.

Thanks