For the CCNP, I think you can cut the cost to $2,500-3,500
for equipment (previous posts recommended a minimum
of three routers, plus 1 switch), and pass the tests within
2-3 months....probably faster based upon your background
and your plan to study full-time. The CCNP written tests
apparently bring you to a point where you will be close to
being able to pass the CCIE written (add a few more weeks
of study). The CCIE lab is a killer, from what I have heard,
which is why I would tend to take first things first (CCNP,
then map out strategy for CCIE).
Tom Milliner, CPA, MCSE+I, CNE, CCNA
Greater Dallas Association of REALTORS
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Croyle, James" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, August 21, 2000 6:43 PM
Subject: RE: CCIE preperation time and budget
What are you rich? :-) Well, I am looking into stocking a test area
for
CCIEs at my work ther are none yet), and I think it is adequately
stocked
(from the CCIE requirements section on our fave page) for about 12K, no
used
stuff, my company won't go for the Ebay thing. If you are getting used,
I
think 7K to 8K might be enough. As for study time, if you are going all
out, and given your high aptitude, 2-3 months for the written, 3 to 6
months
for all the practice labs you will be setting up. I would get a job,
but I
am not as rich as you. hehe I got my CCNA, CCNP, CCDA working on 7120,
2500, 2600, 4003, 6506, and 3524s at work, some in test lab, some in
production, and with one year experience, got those certs in the last 5
months. I am no expert for sure, but I can troubleshoot, configure, and
teach others at a low level how they work etc. What was the question?
Oh,
it's about you... Ummm... Get a job with Cisco gear, work on them at
work,
play on them at home, that's my recommendation.
Jim C
Network Engineer
-----Original Message-----
From: Clay Stuckey [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
Sent: Monday, August 21, 2000 5:36 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: CCIE preperation time and budget
I have implimented 6 router installations using all Ascend Pipeline
equipment and Paragon CSU/DSUs. I have been a full time tech for 5
years. I
have a very high aptitude and strong analytical skills. I recently
closed
down my computer business in favor of being an employee instead of an
employer. I have completed the MCSE in 3 1/2 weeks of self study.
Granted, I
was very experienced in the Microsoft products before beginning this
task. I
am on the CCNA now and should test this week. Most of the information in
the
CCNA has been very easily digestable for me. I am preparing a time and
monetery budget for the CCIE portion of my training. I figure I may be
able
to get $15k for equipment and 4-8 weeks of study time before the "well"
dries up.
My questions are:
With the information above in mind, how long should I budget to study
for
the CCIE if I am not working and studying hardcore all day and every
day?
What should I budget for my home lab?
What pieces of equipment should I get?
Will I need 2 ISDN lines?
Am I underestimating the scope of the CCIE and will I need to go ahead
and
get a regular job and keep this as a slow long term goal?
If I ditch the CCIE for now, what time/equipment do I need for the CCNP?
Thanks sooooooo much for any help,
Clay Stuckey - MCSE
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