what I found helpful is getting a lab that supports the majority of the lab setup, and for any missing pieces, use the online racks to fill the gap. to save money, get the following: one 1800 several 2600xm's 2 pix 515's with security plus license for HA maybe an asa 5505 to configure ssl vpn and to identify any difference between 8.0 and 8.2
the pix's can only run 8.0, but the code is very similar and is only missing the sslvpn code the 2600xm's can also run 12.4(15)T which is very close to the lab version the 1800 can run the latest 12.4T code and also supports sslvpn I would not recommend getting an IPS, as the cheapest is a 4215 which only runs 6.0 and I think the lab is 6.2. I would just use online rack time to practice the IPS, and to idetnify any differences with your lab and the real lab. Jimmy Larsson wrote: > Just a small addition: It can be very valuable to have access to a > "mini-lab" (as I have built at home) to be able to small tests, check > command syntax and stuff like that. I guess that one ASA, one router > and a catalyst-switch is minimum. > > It doesnt make me able to do workbook labs at home, but when I wake up > in the middle of night (yes it happens. ;) its great to do some > tests/verifications without waiting for your next proctor lab session. > > Here is my home lab: > > http://blogg.kvistofta.nu/2010/01/ccie-security-my-home-mini-lab/ > > > > Br Jimmy > > -- > ------- > Jimmy Larsson > Ryavagen 173 > s-26030 Vallakra > Sweden > http://blogg.kvistofta.nu > ------- > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > For more information regarding industry leading CCIE Lab training, please > visit www.ipexpert.com > _______________________________________________ For more information regarding industry leading CCIE Lab training, please visit www.ipexpert.com
