Jason, Just skimming this section, it looks like the route-maps are there to help teach you the concept. I didn't notice a technical need for them. As you read the proctor guide it mentions the need to be cautious when redistributing routes with internal/external protocols. It is best to understand the nature of what you are redistributing. What the metrics of the protocols you are using are and where you are going to run into routing loops. As all of the focused labs are there to teach principles I would recommend practicing using route maps to practice multiple ways to control routing. Whether it be changing metrics, filtering routes, as-path prepending, etc. There is a lot you will need to understand so use your practice time to become familiar with these techniques. Form a solid understanding of potential problems that may come from not using them so that you only use them when you know they are necessary.
Tyson Scott - CCIE #13513 R&S and Security Technical Instructor - IPexpert, Inc. A Cisco Learning Partner - We Accept Learning Credits! Telephone: +1.810.326.1444 Cell: +1.248.504.7309 Fax: +1.810.454.0130 Mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED] IPexpert - The Global Leader in Self-Study, Classroom-Based, Video On Demand and Audio Certification Training Tools for the Cisco CCIE R&S Lab, CCIE Security Lab, CCIE Service Provider Lab , CCIE Voice Lab and CCIE Storage Lab Certifications. _____ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Morris, Jason L. Sent: Tuesday, February 26, 2008 9:31 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [OSL | CCIE_RS] IPExpert R&S WB Redistribution I have a question on section 8 of the ipexpert R&S workbook this is the section on redistribution. On task 8.9 (the real heart of the redistribution) I didn't really have to many problems, but I did the whole thing without using any route maps to control the redistro. after looking at the proctor guide they are route-map'en their butts off and restricting everything. I can't find anything 'wrong' with the way I did it, other than it may be a little sloppy, but no loops, or unreachable networks as far as I can tell. Is it just good habit for the exam to use a route-map every time you redistro? Is the way I did it acceptable for the exam as long as it meets the requirements? I just assumed from reading the question, because it didn't say ONLY these routes I shouldn't restrict it. Jason Morris
