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CCIE R&S Multiprotocol Mock Lab Preparation Workbook (Volume 2) with Detailed Solution Guide
Notice: The Volume 2 Workbook and accompanying Detailed Solution Guide is also part of the CCIE R&S 4.0 Blended Learning Self-Study Bundle. Be sure to check out how much more content is available for a little more money with the Blended Learning Solution.
About Our Volume 2 CCIE R&S 4.0 Lab Preparation Workbook
IPexpert's industry-recognized CCIE R&S Multiprotocol Lab Preparation Workbook (Volume 2) and Detailed Solution Guide workbook combination is the second workbook in most candidate's CCIE preparation. After completing the Technology-Focused CCIE R&S Lab Preparation Workbook (Volume 1) candidates move on to this challenging phase. These lab scenarios consists of full 8-hour multiprotocol mock lab exercises designed to walk clients through each of the elements covered in the current CCIE Routing and Switching 4.0 Lab blueprint. Students will have a complete understanding of both the fundamentals and complex implementations of each protocol that may be encountered in the Cisco CCIE R&S 4.0 lab exam.
Each multiprotocol lab in this challenging workbook contains networking exercises designed to teach integrated protocol interoperation amongst complex variants of topics. These topics include Cisco switching, Spanning Tree Protocol (including variants such as MSTP, RSTP, PVST), Dot1Q tunnels, Frame Relay, PPP, RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, routing protocol redistribution & filtering, router security & management, QOS, multicast, GRE, NAT and IPv6 just to name a few topics.
IPexpert's CCIE R&S Multiprotocol Lab Preparation Workbook (Volume 2) contains 20 full, 8-hour mock lab scenarios, each designed to help master the technologies covered in the CCIE R&S 4.0 Lab exam.
The solutions to each mock lab are provided in the accompanying Detailed Solution Guide. The Detailed Solution Guide also includes methods of verification and common mistakes to ensure sound configuration, verification and troubleshooting skills. Allowing clients to demonstrate mastery of various topics during the preparation to take on the CCIE R&S 4.0 Lab exam.
Developed by IPexpert's highly-decorated team of Instructors, clients can be certain that this workbook combination is the most up-to-date and refined product on the market. The experience gained through these hands-on scenarios will serve as an invaluable step toward CCIE R&S success.
Why Choose IPexpert
Enjoying nearly a decade of success IPexpert boasts the world's largest list of successful candidates. IPexpert is pleased to offer the world's most proven, content-rich CCIE R&S multiprotocol mock lab preparation workbook. The industry's most recognized multiprotocol workbook and accompanying solution guide are explained as follows:
- Hundreds of pages full of extremely useful, complex and challenging lab scenarios (some say more challenging than the real lab!)
- A collection of 20 8-hour mock lab scenarios with content that is kept up-to-date
- A training solution with extremely detailed diagrams that are thorough and easy to comprehend
- Designed around a standard topology large enough to change the logical topology without re-cabling or moving any devices (if home hardware is utilized)
- A phenomenal training solution supported by the world's most sophisticated online CCIE vRack solution, boasting amazing graphical remote controls to ensure a user-friendly experience
- The most complete training solution in terms of configurations and solutions. Clients receive the initial (start-up) configurations, making it easy to get started on the actual lab exam as well as final configurations which allows clients to check their work against that of the lab Authors
- Thousands of pages breaking down each task step-by-step with extremely detailed solution walk-throughs. Each with extensive explanation by the industry's most recognized and accredited Instructors & Developers
- Hints, tips and tricks outline what to watch out for explained in detail by the Authors and Instructors that have trained thousands of CCIE candidates to pass the CCIE Lab exam
- An amazing training solution that is kept current by the world's most elite team of technical Instructors, all of which hold multiple certifications, degrees and CCIE certifications
- A comprehensive workbook supported online by the Authors and Developers that thousands of CCIE's and CCIE hopefuls trust
- The world's most proven product, boasting more CCIE success stories and testimonials than any other company
- A training solution that has traveled the globe and has been used by more clients scaling every developed country in the world
- A "must have" training product backed by IPexpert's Investment Assurance program that has raised the bar and set precedence for training guarantees
Closing Statements on Why You Should Use IPexpert's Training Solutions
IPexpert's industry recognized workbook has been used by over one thousand successful CCIE's as a primary resource to prepare for the grueling CCIE Routing & Switching Lab exam. IPexpert would like to highlight a few key points to consider when selecting a CCIE training vendor:
- Which vendor's workbook has been (and is currently) used by more candidates to pass the CCIE Lab exam for each particular track?
- Which vendor includes their full printed solutions (solutions guide, tips, hints, FAQs, verifications, etc) free of charge with the workbook?
- Which vendor's workbooks and overall Structured Learning Approach has been proven, tested and successful for nearly a decade?
- Can you find another vendor that offers the level of support, guidance and authenticity that comes close to IPexpert?
- What vendor can match the level of competency as it relates to our dedicated, full time team of industry-recognized and accredited Authors and Instructors?
IPexpert understands that the CCIE journey is a long process. Our Training Advisors, Support Engineers, Instructors and Developers will stand with you, by your side, during the entire process of your CCIE journey, regardless of how long it takes you!
Table of Contents
At IPexpert, we take great pride in being known as the industry's most up-to-date and thorough Cisco certification training provider. We guarantee that all training materials we ship to our clients are current and up-to-date, reflecting all of the topics that are outlined on the most recent CCIE Lab blueprint. If, at any time, you have questions pertaining to our content, we invite you to contact one of our CCIE-focused Training Advisors who will be happy to assist you in creating a customized study plan that fits your learning preferences and your training budget.
Below, you will see that this workbook consists of 20 challenging CCIE R&S Mock Lab scenarios. Each lab scenario takes approximately 8 hours to complete and covers all or a large majority of the topics seen on the current CCIE R&S Lab blueprint.
- Section 1: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge A
- Section 2: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge B
- Section 3: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge C
- Section 4: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge D
- Section 5: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge E
- Section 6: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge F
- Section 7: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge G
- Section 8: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge H
- Section 9: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge I
- Section 10: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge J
- Section 11: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge K
- Section 12: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge L
- Section 13: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge M
- Section 14: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge N
- Section 15: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge O
- Section 16: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge P
- Section 17: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge Q
- Section 18: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge R
- Section 19: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge S
- Section 20: 8-hour Multiprotocol Challenge T
Topology / Hardware
All IPexpert clients have the ability to rent online vRack access through Proctor Labs, our sister company. Proctor Labs is an online CCIE rack solution provider that rents remote access to CCIE students. These Routing & Switching vRacks are second-to-none in the CCIE online rack rental industry. The Proctor Labs vRacks are equipped with the latest Cisco hardware, IOS and applications available. These vRacks truly provide an online experience like no other online rack vendor can offer.
All of the Proctor Labs CCIE R&S vRacks are structured around IPexpert's standard CCIE R&S topology consisting of 13 routers (including Frame Relay switch, Terminal Server and three Backbone routers) and four Catalyst switches. We also guarantee that our IOS is the latest and greatest, that the hardware is the most up-to-date on the market (matching what is actually on the real lab) and that the interface will provide clients with a user-friendly experience.
Not only is the hardware and interface the best around, it is also supported 24x7 by an elite group of technical support representatives that are just a phone call or instant-message away.
Do not use older, outdated or slower racks! Use the best solution available today - the Proctor Labs vRack solution!
Remote Control Tools in the User Interface:
- All routers can be controlled via the web with our GUI remote control system.
- When clients begin their session, all devices WILL BE set to the default (blank) setting.
- Each device can be power cycled by our RPC (Remote Power Control) system with a click of a button.
- Single Page Login (no need to telnet to rack's terminal server). Login and begin using the online hardware instantly.
- Session Management (view scheduled time and reschedule without human intervention).
Hardware Details:
- All of our routers are 2800 and 3800 series ISR routers, and VERY fast!
- There is a 3825 router with Etherswitch Module in each rack.
- All routers run 12.4T
- Each rack is equipped with four Catalyst 3560 switches running 12.2(25)SEE2 IPServices or AdvIPServices code.
- Each rack has Frame Relay, Fast Ethernet, Serial, and Gig Ethernet technologies.
- Each rack has three Backbone routers used to inject routes or other technologies; these are reachable and can be accessed by our clients.
Standard CCIE R&S Topology
Dynamips Support
The CCIE lab exam is a "hands on" certification exam. Therefore, it is a MUST to gain hands-on experience with Cisco devices at an extremely sophisticated level. Clients must be very intimate with the Cisco IOS, which takes the average CCIE candidate anywhere from 300 to 1000 hours of hands-on preparation to master.
If clients are without their own lab hardware, IPexpert has a very sophisticated online vRack offering (through our sister company, Proctor Labs) that is very affordable and convenient for all clients. However, if online vRack rental is not within the training budget, there is another solution that clients may consider, called "Dynamips".
Dynamips is a popular emulator for Cisco routers that can load and run IOS images on "virtual routers" running on a computer. Dynamips does have limitations, particularly with respect to switching support (it can only simulate switch modules within a virtual router) and the amount of memory and CPU resources that are available on a computer. Also, in order for Dynamips to work properly, clients will need a valid license to the correct Cisco IOS (which is something that IPexpert does not distribute or provide in any way, shape or form).
At IPexpert, we understand that there are many costs associated with studying for the CCIE Lab exam and, to assist clients with maximizing a budget, we provide Dynamips configuration files for each lab scenarios FREE OF CHARGE. These files are made available to clients automatically when they purchase our self-study materials. Some competitors charge for "different" (Dynamips) training materials, however we have decided to design IPexpert self-study products so Dynamips is an option without the increased cost of purchasing a second version of the book.
Our Recommendation
In addition to Dynamips, we strongly recommend and encourage that clients plan on dedicating at least half of their hands-on preparation time to the use of real equipment. Dynamips does have some limitations, (specifically pertaining to the 3560 switching elements) therefore, it is unrealistic to assume that Dynamips could be used for 100% of CCIE preparation.
Tyson Scott, a Triple CCIE, brings to IPexpert more than 14 years of experience in the IT industry, six of those years at a senior-engineer level. He spent five years at Hewlett Packard in its Managed Services division. Tyson also served two years with Advanced Services at Cisco. Over the years, he has gained valuable "real world" knowledge, having worked on global solutions on some the largest networks out there. At IPexpert, Tyson is responsible for automation programs used to simplify customer experiences and increase customer satisfaction. He is also instrumental in the delivery and development of IPexpert's CCIE R&S, CCIE Security and CCIE Service Provider classes and products and has been a key component in IPexpert's world-renowned success.
Joe brings nearly a decade of hands-on experience, with an emphasis on enterprise-sized Cisco networks. He is also the most recently-certified CCIE on the team and brings a fresh lab preparation perspective which will enable us to continue to refine our industry-leading CCIE Structured Learning Approach and training methodologies. Joe will be assisting in product development, support and classroom training all while also preparing for the CCIE SP Lab exam, which he is hoping to pass before the end of the year.
Marko has spent 12 years designing and supporting some of Europe's largest service provider networks. He is accredited with designing the largest multi-service internet infrastructure in Iceland. He has been working with IPexpert over the past few years developing several self-study products, and will now be more-heavily involved in product development, product support and classroom training (throughout Europe, Australia and Asia) on full time basis.
Beta Testers & Developers
Bryan, a dual CCIE, joins IPexpert with several years of complex LAN and WAN experience, with an emphasis on Cisco networks. He is involved in product development as well as technical support and is also active in writing technical articles found on IPexpert's blog.
Rick earned both of his CCIE titles by his 21st birthday, making him one of the youngest engineers in the world to accomplish this extremely difficult, yet rewarding career goal. Now, he's preparing for his 3rd CCIE, which he hopes to achieve at the age of 22 (2010), the CCIE Security. Rick's primary responsibility will be to assist IPexpert's Instructors in CCIE R&S and CCIE Service Provider development and assist in (online) product and techncial support on the industry-leading CCIE-focused email list (www.OnlineStudyList.com). He is also very active, writing technical posts found on IPexpert's blog.
IPexpert's Client Support Techniques
Although this product is specifically designed to be utilized as a self-study learning tool, IPexpert clients are never left on their own. IPexpert's commitment to top-notch customer support is a cornerstone of our mission statement.
Many CCIE training entities promise support on their forums or within their communities. IPexpert is different. We go above and beyond the competition by being available to serve you in many different ways.
- 24x7 peer group and Instructor support through an active email list community (www.OnlineStudyList.com)
- Tech support available directly through support@ipexpert.com
- Friendly and knowledgeable support via phone, live chat or email by CCIE-focused Training Advisors, Support Engineers and Instructors, available Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm Eastern
- Hardware and delivery issues addressed by Support Engineers 24x7 via telephone, live chat or email.
- Our active blog provides insight, guidance and announcements pertaining to CCIE news, product updates and lab changes
- Dedicated Fulfillment Coordinators ensure that orders (whether hard copy or digital) are processed and delivered in a timely and accurate manner
- IPexpert also releases news and information to clients through its Facebook group and Twitter accounts, which can be subscribed to by clicking on those appropriate links
In summary, clients can be confident that IPexpert will stand by their side from the beginning of your CCIE preparation until they earn their numbers. The CCIE certification is a long journey. Having helped over one thousand CCIE hopefuls actually pass the CCIE Lab exam, IPexpert knows what it takes to get clients there and we are DEDICATED to clients success.
IPexpert is able back up the claim that other companies make as the "world's most recognized and elite CCIE training organization." Boasting the industry's most extensive portfolio of learning materials and courses, backed by the world's most knowledgeable team of CCIE-focused Training Advisors, Support Engineers and Instructors. IPexpert has been able to certify MORE CCIEs THAN ANY OTHER COMPANY IN THE WORLD. Many of these CCIE's have forged ahead, earning two, three and even four CCIE certifications with IPexpert's assistance and mentoring. IPexpert would be honored to add you to our growing list of successful and satisfied clients.
Below are some success stories from CCIE's — in their own words. — and MANY more are available HERE.
The material supplied by IPexpert is quite comprehensive and covers all the basics for the CCIE test but still when you prepare you get more material from different sources (forums, other vendors etc.) and then you can get wrong answers or answers that don't fully solve the question. I found myself comparing every solution to the solutions that was given by IPexpert just to make sure there are no faults. Even now when I am a CCIE I use the solutions of IPexpert as a reference. Though of course by now I know most of them by heart. ;)
The new Volume II labs were very helpful and were very much identical to the real CCIE LABs. The additional focus labs were very helpful too, as they covered all the new areas of CCIE LAB.
Investment Assurance Program
IPexpert understands the importance of ensuring the value of clients investment. When clients embark on the certification path, rest assured that IPexpert will be their advocate along the way.
Valued IPexpert clients, are entitled to the following benefits related to this product:
As clients begin working through the IPexpert materials, we are confident clients will be extremely pleased with the content. IPexpert's renowned team of Instructors have developed a methodology for teaching complex technologies in a structured manner that maximizes clients understanding in each study session.
The accuracy and thoroughness of the material flows from topic to topic, years of product refinement are evident throughout. IPexpert is constantly striving to improve, Instructors may revise the materials clients purchase. Whether the wording of single question is changed or an entire section is replaced, clients will receive online access to the revised material at no charge.
NOTICE: The above-stated details are governed by the following program policies:
- The lifetime of the Investment Assurance Program coverage correlates to the Cisco exam version in effect at the time of purchase. When a new version of the certification exam becomes effective and enforced by Cisco, clients will be offered a discounted upgrade path to purchase training solutions correlated to the new exam version.
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- Regarding errata and revisions provided for self-study products, online access may not be applicable to all products. In that case, clients will have the option to purchase new media for a nominal fee to cover production, shipping and handling.
- If clients purchase an IPexpert course, but do not pass the exam afterwards, they are eligible to retake the class once again before their next lab exam attempt - at NO CHARGE.
- Additional terms and conditions apply, please see our End User License Agreement and Guarantee for details.
The retake seats include full access to dedicated pod of equipment, just like the first time through the class.
Note: Students are required to complete the Cisco Course Evaluation for the first class to qualify for a retake. IPexpert courses are consistently in high-demand and fill up fast. Retake seats are limited, of course, so email a request to sales@ipexpert.com as soon as possible to have a better selection of dates and locations.
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