I agree wholeheartedly. I took all 4 tests for the CCNP 2.0 track in July
and passed all of them on the first attempt without much problem. I have 10
years internetworking experience with plenty of hands on. The CCIE written
R/S is another animal altogether. I took it the first time at Networkers
Orlando and scored 63%. Took it again this morning and scored 62%. Some
categories got better, while others got worse. After the first attempt I
was disappointed, this time I am more angry than disappointed. A different
attitude and level of preparation is required for this test - at least that
is my experience.
Off now to read my @$$ off before rescheduling 350-001.
Good Luck to all,
Pat
Pat Talbot, CNE,CCNP,CCDA
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From: Chuck Larrieu [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
Sent: Monday, July 31, 2000 1:19 AM
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Subject: RE: CCIE Written R/S?
Tempted as I am to make a sarcastic remark, I find that your question has
merit, and is deserving of a considered reply.
Don't know how hard it is. Have only taken a couple of practice tests at
certification zone. (www.certificationzone.com ) But the way I look at it,
there is a reason that top sports stars make the money they make. There is a
reason that CCIE's are in such demand. So I am taking the approach that even
though I have passed a number of certification tests, I am still not a big
leaguer. I still have a bunch to learn.
About the time I joined groupstudy ( just about a year ago now ) there was a
guy who went from essentially no networking experience to CCIE in less than
a year. He worked at it full time, day and night. Nice work if you can get
it. He no doubt is a highly intelligent and talented guy. He no doubt worked
his butt off. But the point is that full time study can lead to great things
if you are motivated, and if you have talent. I would guess that most folks
who pass the CCIE written and a couple of years of hands on and have spent
their fair share of time reading. Some say that having attained the CCNP,
one should essentially be ready for the written. Others say that you still
need to add a couple of key areas, such as BGP and token ring and ATM. Best
thing, as always, is to print out the blueprint from CCO and let that be
your guide. http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/625/ccie/rsblueprint.html
For myself, I am looking at the end of October as my test date. That would
mean 6 months of preparation after my CCNP. But then I work full time, have
a family, and in general find it difficult to put in more than 10 hours a
week in study. Your results may vary.
Best wishes to you. See you on the road there.
Chuck
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Subject: CCIE Written R/S?
Hi group members,
CCIE written. How hard it is? How long it will take to study it, if I quit
my job and just study days and nights for it? I want an idea that how much
time other people spent on it. Any feedback? (by the way, I couldn't find
it
on groupstudy archive, as I always check it before sending any message)
Will get a full-time job in Cisco environment after I pass it (hopefully)
and study for lab.
I have my CCNA, and CCNP (soon) from Cisco and some other certifications.
Any response will be appreciated. Thanks!
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