Chuck, I am sorry to hear that someone as dedicated to having a thorough understanding of the technology and software necessary to become a CCIE has not made the mark this time - I'm sure that as many say the third time is a charm. However, as I mentioned in a previous post I have grave concerns about accomplishing the more difficult tasks of a previous two day event and having them compressed into the new one day format. At least for us old timers and senior citizens.
As I recall you mentioned "time management" a definite issue with the previous test and did you think that this is even a greater concern for the new format. You mentioned "fat fingering" some input, and this would indicate that speed typing and the use of alias command definitions will definitely be required. I don't believe that they allow you to print out your configurations with a provided printer either -- this probably means a lot time consuming hand drafts to keep track of IP address assignments etc. I have scheduled my Lab for the end of May 2002 (first attempt) and hope to have a better estimate of what the new format represents by then - I would like to think that by diligent home lab study, formal "hands-on" training and reading the mail I can prepare for the event. As I mentioned in a previous post, I am most likely one of the oldest CCIE candidates around having just passed my 60th birthday. I would prefer to have some time during the LAB test to verify IOS command syntax by using the CD and CCO references available. But I would almost garner that little on no time will be available for research when encountering some unexpected configuration scenario. One question would be: did you feel even greater pressure to perform under the new one day time constraints? Will be reading the mail and wish you the best in your next attempt; however, as someone mentioned take a short break, rest -- even though training and certification is like a long HI climb on a ladder each rung is not meant to rest upon but to reach a higher level. You are almost there and I am still at the bottom looking up. Regards; Ray CCDP, CCNP and CCIE candidate. Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=28507&t=28142 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
