Advanced Switch Pod - Quick Reference Page
This quick reference page provides a summary of the specifications
of this topology. For a complete reference including installation details,
please refer to the Advanced Switch Pod Planning and Installation Guide 
| Topology | Maximum Per System1 | Supports | Documentation |
|---|---|---|---|
|
4 | CCNP 3.x | Planning and Installation Guide |
1This value indicates the maximum number of pods of this pod type. A single NETLABAE system can host up to 12 equipment pods, total.
Lab Topology
Lab Device Requirements
Lab devices are part of the topology and users can interact with them either directly through the console or network.
Hardware compatibility with NETLABAE does not guarantee the compatibility of labs. Please check the Academy curriculum, NDG pod guides, and lab support pages for specific hardware and IOS requirements.
The Advanced Switch Pod contains three routers, R1, R2 and R3. The Advanced Switch Pod includes five switches, CORE, DIST1, DIST2, ACC1 and ACC2
Other equipment may work if it is supported by NETLABAE and can meet the minimum requirements for feature sets, interfaces, IOS, RAM, and Flash
| Devices | Ethernet Interfaces Required |
Serial Interfaces Required |
|---|---|---|
| R1 | 2 | 2 |
| R2 | 2 | 1 |
| R3 | 2 | 1 |
| CORE | 12+ | 0 |
| DIST1 | 12+ | 0 |
| DIST2 | 12+ | 0 |
| ACC1 | 12+ | 0 |
| ACC2 | 12+ | 0 |
Router Interfaces
The NETLABAE interface name translation feature is supported on this pod type. This may influence the selection of modular interface cards and slot placement within the router. Please review the expected interface names for each router.
The first Ethernet interface on each router (Ethernet 0) connects to a NETLABAE control switch. These interfaces must be built-in and capable of activation from the ROM monitor mode. The second Ethernet interface on each router connects to a lab switch port.
The router serial interfaces may be built-in, or provided by modular interface cards such as the WIC-2AS or WIC-2T. Serial connections between routers require the appropriate serial cables. You can use DTE and DCE cables back-to-back, or special cables that provide both DTE and DCE in one cable (available from SIGMAnet).
Control Device Requirements
Control devices provide internal connectivity, console access, and managed power. Control devices are dynamically managed by NETLABAE and are not accessible or configurable by end users.
- Control switches provide connectivity between devices in the pod.
- Access server lines provide console connections to lab equipment.
- Switched outlets provide managed electrical power, allowing NETLABAE and users to turn lab equipment on and off.
Control Device Requirements for the Advanced Switch Pod
| Control Device Resource | Quantity Required |
|---|---|
| Control Switch | 8 Consecutive Ports |
| Access Server | 8 Lines |
| Switched Outlet Devices | 8 Outlets |
The Advanced Switch Pod requires 3 consecutive ports on a control switch.
The Advanced Switch Pod requires 3 async ports on an access server.
The Advanced Switch Pod requires 3 outlets on a switched outlet device.
For More Information
Please refer to the Advanced Switch Pod Planning and Installation Guide