Archive for Joe Harris

Joe Harris, CCIE No. 6200 (R&S, Security & SP) is a Systems Engineer with Cisco Systems® specializing in Security. In addition to authoring Cisco Network Security Little Black Book, Joe has also been a technical reviewer for several Cisco Press publications and written articles, white papers, and presentations on various security technologies. He also assists various Certification Partners by beta testing their newest CCIE certification workbooks and has been recognized by Cisco as an SE Wall of Fame award winner.

SecureCRT Script

So many of you may use SecureCRT ® for your terminal emulator (I do) and you are studying for your CCIE® Lab. If you are and you use a Terminal Server which allows you to connect to it and reverse telnet out to all of the other equipment, you may want to use a script [...]

5Jul2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

Thoroughly Disappointed

So I received my latest CCIE plaque in the mail the other day and I must say, I’m thoroughly disappointed…The latest plaque is a lot smaller, thinner and much more unprofessional looking as the original “golden router.” My second plaque was not great either but it was at least a bit larger than the latest [...]

3Jul2008 | Joe Harris | 4 comments | Continued

CSC Sizing Guide

If your in the market for an ASA with the Content Security and Control module and you are wondering how to appropriately size the ASA and CSC for your environment. There is a guide available on CCO which can help, this guide is intended to assist customers with sizing deployments of the ASA 5500 Series [...]

3Jul2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

CCNA TV - CCNA Concentrations/Cisco Learning Network

Join more than 40,000 CCNA Prep Center users for a special CCNA TV broadcast. We’ll take a look at the all news CCNA concentrations as well as the new Cisco Learning Network, Cisco’s new, Web 2.0, social education website.
Sign up now : Attendance space is limited, so visit the CCNA Prep Center or the Cisco [...]

3Jul2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

Daily Trivia Answers

So I searched back through the Daily Trivia postings and have compiled a list of the questions that I have yet to provide answers to, so taking Joey’s advice, I’ll create a consolidated answers post here….If I missed one kindly point it out. Thanks.
5/8 = False
5/12 = D
5/13 = D
5/15 = True
5/19 = F
5/23 = [...]

3Jul2008 | Joe Harris | 1 comment | Continued

Daily Trivia - 7/2

When configuring BFD support for BGP, BGP neighbors must be no more than ____ IP hop away, ie. BGP multihop configurations can only allow for ____ number of IP hops seperation?
A) 1
B) 10
C) 50
D) 150
E) 255
Please email me your answer to be entered into a monthly drawing for a free itunes or starbucks gift card.

2Jul2008 | Joe Harris | 2 comments | Continued

What is NSF?

Cisco Nonstop Forwarding (NSF) is a high availability initiative that enables routers to continuously forward IP packets following a route processor takeover or switchover to another route processor. NSF maintains and updates Layer 3 routing and forwarding information in the backup route processor. This ensures that the forwarding of IP packets and routing protocol information [...]

30Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

Cisco’s ‘Second Chance’ promotion!

Did you know that if you fail a Cisco Certification exam, you can schedule it again for free? Here’s how to redeem your Cisco “Second Chance” Exam:
Register for an exam at full price. If you fail the exam, you may schedule a free retake of the same exam by entering the promotion code: SECONDCHANCE at [...]

30Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 2 comments | Continued

Can the Tx-Ring be modified on the 2800?

I had a question from a partner related to the Tx-Ring on his customers newly opened 2811 where he would change the Tx-Ring limit however it appeared to him as if it had no effect. So let me explain…Yes, the Tx ring size can be changed with “tx-ring-limit ” interface subcommand but note that the Tx ring [...]

30Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 1 comment | Continued

64-bit Client Support

I get a lot of questions asking whether or not the Cisco IPSec VPN Client software supports 64-bit Operating Systems. The unfortunate answer is that 64-bit support is not available or planned for the original Cisco VPN Client nor is it available or planned for the original Cisco SSL VPN Client. 64-bit support VPN Client support requires [...]

30Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

Daily Trivia - 6/30

When configuring an IOS Device as an EZVPN server, what is the maximum number of session limits for EZVPN clients connecting in using the same username and password combination?
A) 1
B) 10
C) 15
D) 20
E) The is no limit
Please email me your answer to be entered into a monthly drawing for a free itunes or starbucks gift [...]

30Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

Put a lock on your best ideas

Use these insider tricks to protect your business—and your ideas. J. Nevin Shaffer, attorney and author, reveals how to secure trade secrets, get nondisclosure agreements and more.

Put a lock on your best ideas: Download

30Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

Security 101: Layer 1 Is the Loneliest Number

Get a grip on your business’s security in this eight-part series. Learn how to handle the complexities of keeping your network secure, layer by layer, in this article from bMighty.
Security 101

30Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

Introducing the NEW CCNA Concentrations: Voice, Security, and Wireless

Cisco has introduced three new entry level technology-based CCNA Concentrations. While the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) remains the certification of choice for individuals who want to demonstrate their solid foundation in core routing and switching skills, the new Wireless, Voice, and Security concentrations build on core CCNA skills and provide a clear path for [...]

30Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 1 comment | Continued

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30Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

Interesting Tool: American State-by-State Broadband Speed Analysis

How does your SP(s) compare to their peers? Use this handy website to see by state, county, and/or zip code the average broadband speeds available. I think the most glaring of the information is this statement, “The results reveal that the United States is falling far behind other industrialized nations”….
http://www.speedmatters.org/pages/state.html
You can also download their complete [...]

30Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

Automated Product/Field Updates from CCO

Over the past few months, it feels like the number of external Field Notices have increased. As a result, we should ensure we are receiving these updates from CCO to ensure we are being as proactive as possible. Please have a look at the URL below regarding how you can receive automated product updates, EOL [...]

30Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

Daily Trivia - 6/27

What is the max number of concurrent zones that can be in a protection state on the AGM (Guard Module) in DDOS 6.0 code?
A) 50
B) 100
C) 200
D) 300
E) 500
Please email me your answer to be entered into a monthly drawing for a free itunes or starbucks gift card.

27Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

2800 Series ISR Fan Noise

If you are familiar with Cisco’s 2600/2600XM Series routers and have recently purchased an ISR 2801 or 2811 you may at first be a little shocked to find that those routers fan’s run significantly louder than those of the 2600’s. In fact the dissipation level of the 2801/2811 is twice that of the older routers [...]

25Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued

Daily Trivia - 6/25

BGP support for the ISR family of routers was added to IP Base images in which of the following code releases?
A) 12.3(14)T
B) 12.4(4)T
C) 12.4(9)T
D) 12.4(11)T
E) 12.4.(15)T
Please email me your answer to be entered into a monthly drawing for a free itunes or starbucks gift card.

25Jun2008 | Joe Harris | 0 comments | Continued