Re: RAD FCD-24 and X.21/V.35 Controller for Linux

[Andrew Miehs <andrew@2sheds.de>]

Is the line important?

If yes, you will need either 2x Cisco's or 2x X.21 Cards for your  
linux box, as
you will probably have to wait a while to get replacements shipped.

I would go for the cisco, as it makes routing a lot easier... This  
depends
however a lot on what your network looks like...

Dynamic routing protocols? etc....

I would also ensure that I get a service contract for the ciscos, so  
I can run
uptodate - or at least patched software when bugs do come out.

The cisco will probably be more expensive, but it really depends on  
what you want to
do in the long run... Also be careful buying hardware through ebay -  
I know a few people
who have bought 75xxs and ended up with someones old 'DEAD' hardware....

Best of luck,

Andrew


On Jun 22, 2005, at 4:29 PM, Michelle Konzack wrote:

> Am 2005-06-22 13:07:41, schrieb Michelle Konzack:
>
> > OK, I have found only one card:
> >
> > Am 2005-06-22 12:00:48, schrieb Michelle Konzack:
> >
> > > Hello Network Guys,
> > >
> > > Today morning I have gotten four RAD FCD-24 (E1-Multiplexer) and now
> > > I need X.21 and/or V.35 contoller for My Debian Box (Linux 2.4.27).
> > >
> > > Can anyone recommend me such controller ?
> > > I am interested in 1 to 4 Port models.
> >
> > MicroGate SyncLink WAN Adapter with Singel and 4-Port
> >
> > Does anyone have an experience with it ?
> > I have seen on the Internet there are issues with
> > the 2.6.xx Kernels but I use 2.4.27 on my routers...
>
> OK, MicroGate has responded to the prices...
>
> Singel Port X.21        499 US$
> Quad-Port X.21          799 US$
> Cable X.21               49 US$
>
> Shiping to Starsbourg/France 65 US$ if minimum order.
>
> Now what to to ?
> I can get a used CISCO (4 x E1, Fast-Ethernet) for 1200 Euro...
>
> Greetings
> Michelle
>
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