In my case, I wanted to configure a Cisco 3550 switch, which ConfigMaker doesn't support. I have done all the standard troubleshooting steps for the Express Setup, but no luck. Up to 80 devices are supported by the application simultaneously, and viewing such information as Warranty and Contract Information, Advisories and End of Life notifications is possible. So I have registered and downloaded the software - appreciate the help on that one! None of it will make much difference to them at this point - it's more for my experience. If you want to find out what services are available for what you have take a look at this link. Back then, the latest version was 2.
Sorry, I did have the version info, but didn't grab it before I lost access to the switch. They are basically Cisco-certified consultants. Click the Figure A thumbnail for a sample screenshot of ConfigMaker. They wanted to be able to get real-time information from the router about its status and interfaces. Based on what I had read on the Express Setup, it should have been there by default. Click the Figure B thumbnail to see the basic Web interface I encountered when going to the switch. It offers amazing functionality for a free tool.
It aims to provide hands-on troubleshooting tips for most of the Cisco networking products, simple tips for the operation of Cisco routers and switches, as well as networking technology updates and reviews and sample configurations and templates for networking devices. The downside to ConfigMaker is that it can only create static configurations based on what you tell it and download them to the routers. Tell us what you want and we may be able to offer you some easy copy 'n' paste config. For more information, check out Cisco's and Cisco's. Sorry, I did have the version info, but didn't grab it before I lost access to the switch.
You can also carry out some basic config if you want to. I thought pretty much every new version had security fixes in it. Finally what is the goal here? Check the compatibility before downloading. The preson who logs in to download the benefits from the SmartNet contract. Unfortualy i'm in the middle of work at the moment.
The common filename for the program's installer is prelaunch. Figure A displays a screenshot that shows my three communities. Figure B Clicking the Web Console link takes you to the 3550 Device Manager, which is very nice for a Web-based management interface. Want to learn more about router and switch management? This tool is free, and you can. Don't bother with a firmware upgrade.
Figure A But as time passed, users began to expect more from a network management tool than what ConfigMaker had to offer. They wanted the software to create the proper configuration—based on the router's current configuration—and apply that configuration immediately. Finally what is the goal here? Honestly, I don't really need the software - it is more of a learning opportunity, as I haven't worked with Cisco switches before. The actual developer of the free program is Cisco Systems. In fact, the tool supports many more high-end Cisco devices than we'll actually need anytime soon. You can optionally first view the data to be uploaded, the data is scrubbed to remove sensitive information such as credentials.
The most popular versions of the program 6. If I telnet to 10. If not I don't see how that works! Perhaps if you have more than 250 users, Cisco suspects you have a large network management budget and would rather sell you a tool. I always recommend the 24x7 support as it is not a big price increase. Once enabled, after connecting to a device or community of devices, after a minute or two a 'Product Improvement' window will pop up.
Tell us what you want and we may be able to offer you some easy copy 'n' paste config. As you had purchased thru Techsoup I would recommend talking to Cisco about pricing for the SmartNet cduff wrote: My questions are: How is access to SmartNet supposed to work, generally? I would absolutely pay for a consultant to set up a large roll-out and I did. As you might imagine, that was a little too long for me, so I chose to add a few devices manually. Cisco Network Assistant is free and optimized to apply common services across Cisco switches, routers, wireless controllers, and access points. As I got this switch used, I am not sure how it is configured. I not sure where the link is, i think you may need a cisco logon, but you do not need the hardware.
Register Here or if you are already a member E-mail User Name Password I agree to TechTarget's , , and the transfer of my information to the United States for processing to provide me with relevant information as described in our Privacy Policy. . Click the Figure C thumbnail to see a sample screenshot of the Cisco 3550 Device Manager. In the Cisco world we only update firmware if we hit a bug or a security issue. For additional information about Cisco Network Assistant, please see: For solutions to some common issues within Active Advisor, try searching above, or browse through related categories in our.