CCIE - lab prep here goes !

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lab prep here goes !

darthfeces

2001-12-15, 7:28 am

ok,

all you guys who have passed your written
what are you using for your lab prep !!
what lab study guides ? simulator(s) ?
i know its allhands on but,
what's best to guide it?

i have access to countless switches at work
2820, cat5000, 3500xl and
some 2500,2600 and a 4500 router.

engel

2001-12-15, 11:28 pm

Currently I only use IPexpert labs (www.ipexpert.net). They have an online support through Certification Zone forum, see www.certificationzone.com.

Next is CCIE Practical Studies (from Cisco Press), not receive the book yet.

darthfeces

2001-12-15, 11:40 pm

bought these from bookpool
they'll keep me busy for a while

All-in-One Cisco CCIE Lab Study Guide, 2nd Edition
Cisco CCIE Lab Practice Kit

sidodgers

2001-12-16, 12:26 am

At the minute i'm having fun integrating a few routers I borrowed from work with some linux boxes I put together that are running zebra (www.zebra.org) and running through a few OSPF and BGP config labs from fatkid.com.

I also plan to have finished reading the books I mentioned in my reply to your other post about this (in another thread) before I go anywhere near the lab.

I believe, in addition, that Cisco themselves offer practice lab scenarios at the lab facilities. Only difference between these and a 'real' CCIE is that you've got a guy leaning over your shoulder 'coaching' you, and the cost. (and, of course, the fact that it doesn't actually count.)

I'm going to find out more about these, also.

Cheers,

Sid

PS> if anyone without access to 'real' cisco gear wants tips on getting an 'almost good enough' lab put together with zebra, send me a message. I'd be happy to help.

junovtv

2001-12-17, 12:10 pm

The ALL in one is a good place to start. It will get your feet wet but don't think that this book is going to give you everything you need. Just remember this book is a good starting place.

I would suggest structuring an outlining of your materials. Focus on one topic at a time until you know it cold. Then build on top it.

Caslow's book is great for structuring your studies. Use it as a reference.

You can also use the fatkid labs. They're nice cause they're free!

Then I would suggest trying to come up with your own labs. Create your own designs. This will gauge how far along you are. Hey, if you can design the most insane labs, chances are that you can build and troubleshoot it too.

If there is a local Cisco office in your area, call them and ask them if they have a CCIE lab that you can practice with. It depends on the local policy, but you never know. The local office here where I'm at will let me schedule time in their lab for free. So check around.

And last but not least. Interact with other people that are studying for the lab. It helps motivate you and you can share ideas. It's great to bounce lab ideas and techniques off each other.

-junovtv

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