So the 3640′s arrived! They look great! I bought them from Cablesandkits.com based on reading some solid reviews. They were a little bit pricey from cablesandkits, but the equipment is in GREAT shape, is super clean, and was packed very well. Overall, I’m very impressed! Now I’m just waiting on the rack and the rest of the gear, which is due to arrive in 2 days! Here’s a quick shot I snapped..
I’ve ordered all of the components for my CCIE rack. Here is what it will consist of:
If you’re familiar with Internetworkexpert’s topology, you’ll probably notice that you only really “need” two BB routers (the 2501′s). I purchased an extra simply as a backup, so I could expand the topology a little bit and have a wildcard in there if I chose to experiment a little more. All of the gear is going in a 24U rack, and I estimate I’ll have about 20U’s occupied with the gear above (plus PDU’s, and possibly a shelf).
Anyway, can’t wait for it to all arrive. In the meantime I have a lot of cleaning to do, and will be reorganizing my computer desk-area (which is no small feat!). I will post pics as the gear comes in!