From: Alexei Monastyrnyi (alexeim@orcsoftware.com)
Date: Sat Mar 17 2007 - 20:03:42 ART
Chong,
most of the tasks (~80% IMO) are about basics. Those of 2 points are
usually straight forward. So just do not try to read between the lines
for each and every task. You should rather think of interconnections
between tasks, there most of ambushes are; interconnections might not be
explicitly worded.
I think one possible way to success would be in getting used to
- reading the whole lab scenario and spotting tricky tasks and possible
interconnections
- finishing basics (i.e. 80-90% of tasks) in 4-5 hours to have enough
time for verifications
- having a good grasp of show/debug commands to support your confidence
in doing right
Doing things fast does not mean rushing though. Do not rush, just get
trained the way that easy tasks would not take much of your time.
The best way to get this feeling of confidence is through a workbook
from one of those vendors we have here. A bootcamp might be helpful as
well, though I haven't tried it myself. I like studying at my own pace. :-)
Those advices worked for me, and I am speaking for myself here. All
people are different. It would be of great joy for me if you find it
helpful.
One thing definitely works for all who want to pass. Just keep trying.
Those who have stopped trying will never pass. Banal remark, but still. :-)
You'll make it, pal!
A,
CCIE #17234
dreamer1109@hotmail.com wrote:
> Hi, everyone
>
> My first attempt was in January. The main reasons I failed that one was my lack of experience with four switches, time management, proper rest before the exam. (Slept one hour before the test)
>
> This time around, I was much more prepared and relaxed but couldn!/t come through. There was no technology mentioned in the test that I had no clue about. I studied extensively for all the topics in the blueprint. I complied all my notes from the written exam, practice labs, white papers, classes, and synced the notes with the DOC CD. In the end, I knew at least the basic knowledge about most topics and where every thing is located in the DOC CD.
>
> However, I had major difficulty in interpreting some of the task given in the exam and lost a lot of time. My question is how one can prepare for these vague and ambiguous questions? For example, if the task asks for X and some kind of variation for Y is needed for X to work, but Y is not even mentioned in the exam.
>
> I am beginning to loose confidence in my ability to ever pass the exam. I don't know maybe I just need a little break from it all. But, I know this is one major hurdle I need to overcome to pass the exam any input will be greatly appreciated.
>
> Chong Yi
>
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