Basic Information

For computer professionals who wish to demonstrate internetworking expertise. The top-of-the-line certification CCIE is for individuals who work specifically with Cisco products. It is currently one of the premiere IT certifications.

You must first pass a two-hour computer based test administered through an authorized testing center. This is called the written exam, and it contains 100 multiple choce questions. Then you must also pass a full day (8 hour) hands-on practical lab at a Cisco testing facility. You must attempt the lab exam within 18 months of passing the written exam.

There are five CCIE tracks to choose from:
Routing and Switching (350-001); Security (350-018); Service Provider; Storage Networking, and Voice (350-030).

Every two years after becoming certified, CCIEs must recertify by passing any CCIE qualification exam.

Study Guide

Online Resources:
Exam4sure CCIE Exams" Practice Engines List
Certay Cisco Exams" Practise Engines List
Free Pass4sure CCIE

Offline Resources:
There are many Cisco technology books available through traditional and online bookstores. There are also lots of Cisco training courses available through Cisco Training Partners and Cisco Networking Academies.
CCIE Certification Vender"s Page from Cisco.com

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