How to configure New Router T1CSU and ISDN BRI

[Guest_imported]

I am interested in Learning how to configure cisco routers. I have a Cisco 2621 Router as a test / learning piece of hardware... i am starting to get the basics on IOS commands and the different modes. I've already given the router a name etc. I installed 2 WIC cards - T1 CSU/DSU(wic-1dsu-t1) and a isdn bri (wic-1b-U).

I work for a small company who has an ISDN line in place. The Phone company has just installed a T1. I would like to have the 2621 hookup to T1 and have ISDN as a backup.

This is my first attempt at hooking up a Router. I need to configure the both wic's... the office consists of only 10 people. I have kind of been nominated as the technical person since I have some experience with NT Server, and 98 troubleshooting etc.

Is the hookup of the wics difficult? Is it something I can setup by looking at sample configs? Should we pay the ISP to come out and configure the router for us? I am not sure what protocol to use - RIP, OSPF??? What are the first steps in configuring the router. The T1 line is in, what info do I need from the ISP to configure the t1 wic? any sample configs would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance
Michael

 

[jeter]

the 192.168.1.3 is just an example you can use whatever you have in place ( on the private LAN ip ). Do not reprogram your whole network because I say So. J.Fisher CCNA
Jeter@LasVegas.com

 

[jeter]

Call me if you can (702)610-3501. J.Fisher CCNA
Jeter@LasVegas.com

 

[Guest_imported]

Jeter,

If it's ok, I will call you the 16th... I'm assuming the phone # you gave was a number for daytime during the week right?

I am currently on vacation - that's why I haven't been able to call you.... I'm out of the office... Will be back on the 16th.

To everyone who is helping me with getting this router up, I really appreciate it! So nice that a newbie can receive help like this... makes the learning experience so much faster!

 

[Guest_imported]

I'm back in Town... I need to get this router up asap. Jeter, I will try to call you - if it's still ok... Any other input would be appreciated!

thanks,
Michael