CCIE Service Provider

Members of this group should be studying for the CCIE Service Provider Lab. We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic people who are willing to work together to pass one of the industries most difficult certifications.
Please follow the following rules for this group:
1. Do not break Cisco's NDA agreement
2. Technical topics only! No discussions of commercial products
3. No sharing of pirated materials
4. All posts should be of technical in nature

working of ISIS

hello everybody,

can anybody plz explain me the working cases where ISIS is different from OSPF.
I know that ISIS is working on OSI layer structure, but how it si different than ospf, and in which cases I need to select ISIS over OSPF ?

What is the difference between HP Opsware and NetBrain Configure Management Solution?

Both HP Opsware and NetBrain have strong features at configure management. Howerver, the two tools are different, let us take a quick view here.

Firstly, we know that Opsware is a configuration management solution from HP. The key components of Opsware include NAS for network and SAS for server.  ...  read more »

What is the difference between Opnet NetMapper and NetBrain SmartMap?

Both Opnet Netmapper and NetBrain SmartMap features are designed for network engineers and can improve productivities in network diagramming work. Some engineers feel confused, because they don’t know exactually that what the difference between them is. In fact, the two tools are totally different; let me try to introduce the difference in this article.  ...  read more »

Automate Your Network Assessments with NetBrain Architect Edition

Though many tools are desgin for network assessment, NetBrain’s Architect Edition is the only solution available that provides end-to-end automation of either Readiness or Vulnerability assessments.

NetBrain’s Architect Edition is powerful at all phases of the assessment process; from network discovery to generating a full network assessment documentation package. Why? Because NetBrain Architect Edition automation eliminates all manual tasks associated with traditional network assessment.  ...  read more »

Network Assessment Automation

The work of network automation needs to be automated and one of the most important reasons is that most organizations can't afford to have project failures or network outages as a result of inadequate knowledge about network configuration or performance.

Asssume you are a consultant, you will meet the basic requirements as following:
end-to-end automation, all collected data is in a single repository, not in different applications, full port-to-port connectivity and routing information, data must be accurate and complete, etc.  ...  read more »

Network Vulnerability Assessment

We all know that vulnerability assessment is one important part of network assessment. In this article, we will discuss network vulnerability assessment and introduce an automated network assessment tool which will improve your productivity significantly for you.

A network vulnerability assessment provides a number of important data points about your network infrastructure and its ability to withstand or prevent external attacks and protect sensitive data.

Some of the elements that a vulnerability assessment will cover include:
• Discovery of L2/L3 topology and routing  ...  read more »

Network Readiness Assessment

At a high level, network assessments fall into two major categories; Readiness Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment. The needs of the IT organization will dictate the type of assessment that is required. In this article, we will discuss what network readiness assessment is and what tool can help to do network readiness assessment.

A readiness assessment will establish a working baseline and reveal if there are any performance or misconfiguration issues in the network.  ...  read more »

The Network Assessment Process and Common Challenges

Currently, network assessments are conducted as a multi-phased manual process, starting with the collection of information including; device inventory, connectivity, routing, applications, performance data and configuration information for the target network.  ...  read more »

Why is Network Assessment Important?

Network assessments can be a minefield for many enterprise IT departments. If an assessment is conducted using internal resources, there is a high risk that an unbiased view of any issues uncovered will not be provided. When an external consultant provides an assessment, the issues of cost, time and access nearly always arise.  ...  read more »

Solutions for Network Professionals

It is true that enterprise’s network become more and more complicated and network professionals more and more rely on network tools to support the organizations’ network needs. A tool that can improve network engineer productivity in the short and long term is indispensible and will help the enterprise to find new sources of value within the company.

So, what tools can improve network engineer productivity significantly? Let’s take a look at some network diagram tools.  ...  read more »

Network auditing

In order to know where your network is weak, the work of doing network audit periodically is inevitably. While performing network audit, you will face two difficult challenges, one is data collection and the other one is data verification.  ...  read more »

Network Documentation

A detailed network documentation file will save your time while facing urgent challenges and will increase your productivity in network updates, network troubleshooting and network discovery. So you need accurate and complete documentation of a network before you start your network management administration.  ...  read more »

Recommend a network diagram tool-the 3rd generation network diagram tool

A network diagram is important for every network projects.A right network diagram tool will save both time and money.

There are many tools designed for network diagrams. The 1st generation network diagram tools focus on static network diagramS and include Microsoft Visio, Edraw,etc. The 2nd generation network diagram tools focus on static network diagrams with auto-discovery and include opnetnetmapper, codima,etc. The 3rd generation network diagram tool is provided by NetBrain and focus on dynamic network diagram.  ...  read more »

Visual Network Troubleshooting

When network problems arise, network engineers experience huge pressure. A visual network troubleshooting solution will help to overcome the challenge.

As an automated solution, NetBrain Workstation enables engineers to get the necessary data quickly and visualize the network states around the problem area.

The typical steps of using NetBrain to troubleshoot network issues:
Step1: diagram the network topology around the problem area. Then you can zoom in or zoom out to view the data of different levels.  ...  read more »

Introduce a lab network for those who are woking on CCIE Certificate

It is ture that practice is very important for CCIE Certificate study. Howerver, the lack of a right tool and the absense of a approachable lab network become some trouble for the guys who need practice.

Today I recommend a tool and a suitable lab netwok for the guys who need it.

NetBrain Operator is a pretty cool tool and has integrated a lot of powerful network features, such as network diagram, network troubleshooting, network design, etc.  ...  read more »

A bit confused ..!!! Help needed...

Hi There ,

I am an networking professional and worked for the SP for more than 3 years as of now.
I would like to pursue the CCIE certification, but am confused between CCIE-SP and CCIE-R&S.

What are the pros and cons(if any) for the both of these certifications.

Which one is to be chosen or what factors should be considered for selecting one of them.

Awaiting reply !!!

Mayuresh

We hope to see you at Cisco Live where we’ll be showcasing the latest innovations from NetBrain

Wall Street might need the government to bail them out, but on Main Street its technology that lifts us up. Ready for the excitement at this year’s Cisco Live! Networkers?

We are. We hope to see you at Booth #849, where we’ll be showcasing the latest innovations from NetBrain:

Automation of Network Documentation(http://www.netbraintech.com/network-diagram/) – from Visio diagrams to full design documents
Visual Network Troubleshooting(http://www.netbraintech.com/network-troubleshooting/) – see how fast you can troubleshoot a slow application  ...  read more »

Visual Learning Platform for CCIE- Recommend NetBrain Personal Edition for You

Hi, I recommend a free visual learning platform for you if you are trying your best to pass the CCIE exam.

This tool is called NetBrain Personal Edition, you can get it from here:
http://www.netbraintech.com/netbrain-product/personal_edition/

One power of this tool is located at configuration to map. You can drag and drop you configuation file to this software, then it can diagram the network diagram for you in seconds.

If you need more functions, for example, monitoring a nework or help for your netowrk design, you can upgrade the tool to Architect Editon or Operation Edition.  ...  read more »

Dynamic Network Mapping Solutions Overview

In order to understand and track changes to network topology and design, enterprise network management teams will create maps and diagrams of the network. Network mapping is usually a manual process that requires time and resources to initially create and then maintain the maps.  ...  read more »

Free MPLS Lecture - Cisco Mid-Atlantic Users Group

"An Introduction To MPLS" will be presented to the Cisco Mid-Atlantic Users Group (CMUG) by Paul Borghese on February 18th.

Come and learn:

* Why use MPLS in the Enterprise
* Basic MPLS Theory and Troubleshooting
* MPLS for BGP, VPNs, and Traffic Engineering

Paul will also demonstrate sample router configurations for MPLS.
If you've ever wanted to better understand how MPLS works, this is
a great opportunity.

The Cisco Mid-Atlantic Users Group Meeting will be held on  ...  read more »

best CCIE lab home setup

I would like to setup a home based CCIE lab for practicing all CCIE tracks. What Cisco Hardware items one should buy. I dont have big budget but reasonably can spend. Your advice is highly appreciated.

regards
Chandra

wanted a Study Partner for CCIE

I am looking for a study partner for written as well as Lab CCIE. I am based at Virginia USA. please contact me at chandravadrevu@gmail.com or at this site. I am a beginner but got 5 years Telecom/Wireless experience.

regards
Chandra

Open Ended Questions for SP from jan 9 2010

Hi All,

This is my first post in this blog. I am pretty sure people are aware that there is open ended questions like R&S in SP lab too from jan 9th of 2010.

My query is what what will be the source of these questions. will be based out of the lab blueprint or the written exam blueprint.

If it's gonna be on the written blueprint it will be a real tough to clear them as the written exam blueprint spans across, ip telephony, sonet, sdh, dsl, metro ethernet, optical, DWDM plus MPLS.

Does someone have any clarity on the same. It would be great to have an insight.

Regards  ...  read more »

CCIE-Service Provider in First Quarter 2010

Hey there ,
This is Syed Asfar Shah from UAE, I was going through the Blog
and found your post mentioning that you have some material to share for the CCIE-SP track exam, I am a student and am looking forward to get my CCIE# inshallah.
I have cleared my Written Exam three days ago and I intend to take the LAB in the first Quarter of 2010. Can you please share the documents you have as I have completed my WorkBook Vol I, and Class-On-Demand Lectures and am working on the WorkBook Vol II recently.
I will be curious for your reply.
I will highly appreciate your response on this .  ...  read more »

CCIE SP

Any one interseted in CCIE SP I can provide perfect study material and labs for exam. I am 100 % sure you will get cleared in your 1st attempt
Contact cisco_4u@yahoo.com

CCIE SP

Any one interseted in CCIE SP I can provide perfect study material and labs for exam. I am 100 % sure you will get cleared in your 1st attempt
Contact cisco_4u@yahoo.com

Re : CCIE Journey III

Sorry been away and a little busy..reading for the Written exam.

I did my ccie R&S written exam today and passed well though they have not confirmed my grades but am sure they will cause nothing was spooky.

Most helpful doc was Cisco Press and other material that I found quiet helpful was the Pass4sure and TestKing

One Step to go.....Will keep you posted

anyfrancis

CCIE R&S and its Commoditization

The more hiring managers I meet, the more I hear that CCIE Routing and Switching has become a comodity. Although the job boards and LinkedIn make it look like it, the truth is that your cert should match your work experience. If it does, then it doesn’t matter to you because you’ve utilized your cert effectively.  ...  read more »

Betting on the right Pony

I met with a candidate this week who took me through his last ten years of writing certifications that yielded very little good jobs for him. He admitted to making some poor choices when choosing which technology tracks to follow. Now, he believes, he is finally on the right track with writing his CCIE.

Getting into IT can get you a great job with a great salary. People in this industry generally average more money than people in other industries. Choosing a technology too stick with can also help you to focus- something most people can’t do.  ...  read more »

The VAR Vs. The Corporate Network

Once you’ve gained a sufficient amount of experience in the work world as a CCIE or a CCNA, you find more choices come upon you. One of those choices is the opportunity to choose between working for the VAR (Value Added Reseller) or working for the larger corporate network.

You’ll find hard core advocates on both sides. The VAR gives you exposure to more people, companies and different networks. Whereas doing a deep dive into a corporate network for an extended period of time gives you the experience of an extended amount of time in one place.  ...  read more »

Joined CCNA with www.rstforum.com

Finaly I joined above institute and started CCNA study. I will not be giving CCNA Exam. Might go for CCNP exam and then will try for CCIE. Lets see how it works for me. Things might change as i progress through the path.
regards
Nitin

DREAM CCIE

Hi friends I am Nitin, MBA-IT from Mumbai, After completing MBA did not find better deal as yet, now focusing on CCIE, I do have networking experience. Now decided to choose networking as my career. by the way I am running 37 now. I have contacted ACIT one of the well know institute in Mumbai for the course , course fees is 65000/- INR. If done on fast track i can complete the course wihtin four months along with CCNA and CCNP. once i can manage with the funds i will start the course. any idea about the ACIT Institute?

CCIE SP in April 2009 (RTP)

Hello freinds,

Any one of you going on the third week of April 2009 (12-16) to RTP for SP exam?

Maube we can meet and go over the topics togher ? Before the EXAM ?

Please fell free to send me an email to: atsadikov@gmail.com

Andrey.

CCIE SP

Hi, I will take lab SP in 2 month, I´m searching partners.
This attempt is my 3 attempt, the last attempt was a month ago.
I hope receive e-mails to have a group to study.
Thanks

i need help

i'm actually in Africa and i'm preparing my CCIE R&S lab and i need someone to prepare it togheter. The problem is that i want to prepare it in US because i want to take two other CCIE track( Voice and security) before coming back in Africa. I need someone to help for 3 months .
thank. My email is jm.ngok@yahoo.fr

Urgent Need CCIE Network Consultant

Introducing My self Chaitanya with BOB Tech Solutions.

Please go through below Requriment for estemmed client. let us know your interest.

Interested consultants send resume to acvarma@bob-technologies.com.

Title : Network Consultant Engineer
Experience : Min 3 Yrs after CCIE

Location : Algeria or Tunisia

Description:

1- CCIE - Service Provider (Minimum 3 Years experience after CCIE)

2- French Speaking is a must

3- Assignment for one year

4- Work Assignment country Algeria or Tunisia  ...  read more »

ssh error

i m having a problem in ssh. i configurd ssh on ASA 5505 .when i ssh ASA from my router i m getting error

"no user specified nor ssh client available "

following command i used for configuration of ssh in ASA

aaa authentication ssh console LOCAL
passwd password
crypto key generate rsa modulus 512
ssh myrouterip outside
ssh mypublicip outside
ssh version 2
ssh timeout minutes
.why i m having this problem can any 1 help me in this regard .
thanks in advance

happy new year everyone

my best wishes for this new year and i hope that everybody who prepare CCIE will obtain it by the Blessings of GOD .

Happy New Year 2009

Be brave because it is not over yet!

2009 has begun her decent upon us like a celestial being surrounded by a golden haze and accompanied by a heavenly chorus. The general consensus seems to be that if anything can save us from 2008 it must be the coming of 2009, the New Year. No matter what religion, race, gender or nationality you are, I am willing to bet that like me, you are ready for a new year. I cannot remember a time in my long life, when I wished for another year to be tagged on to the many I have collected so far.  ...  read more »

NetBrain Workstation 2.0

As the 1st computer-aided network engineering workstation, NetBrain Workstation™ 2.0 allows network professionals of all levels to enjoy an increase in productivity, especially for high-pressured demanding tasks like troubleshooting and implementation. NetBrain Workstation™ 2.0 is packed with hundreds of powerful yet easy to use features such as high-capacity map, simulation, design reader, diagnostic monitoring, and much more. Many time-consuming and error-prone activities now take only a few minutes to resolve with the help of NetBrain Workstation™ 2.0.  ...  read more »

New WebSite

Hi All,

I'm glad to inform you that I've started my new web site www.mohamedouamer.co.cc .
This web site is intended to help you become a Cisco Certified.

Using the workbooks and video training materials, you'll build a strong knowledge and hands-on experience.

It has materials about Cisco Certifications from CCNA to CCIE.
The content it has is accessible FREE of charge, and anyone can use the web site without registering.

The site has two major sections, titled "Workbooks" and "Video Training".

The workbooks and video trainings will be uploaded as follows:  ...  read more »

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CiscoWorks-Make SSH V2 work with CiscoWorks LMS 2.6 Device Center

My CiscoWorks LMS 2.6 Device Center fails on the SSH V2 Device Credential Verification detailed on the Report as
1. SSH verification-Incorrect.
2. SSH enable-Did not try
Using SSH V1 I get an OK status on both. How do I make CiscoWorks to manage the network devices with SSH V2?