Scheduled CCNP:Route for 8/17 @ 13:00 CT

I don't feel ready, but I have been studying off and on since January and feel that if I do not force myself to sit for it, I will just keep putting it off.

I think my weak spots are BGP attributes and some IPv6 stuff. I just need to buckle down now and knock this one out of the ballpark. {FingersCrossed}

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networker050184

Good luck!

BrizoH

Good luck - I usually need to book the exam to really knuckle down in my studies

Chris_

Good luck,

I know you've been studying this for a while and you can see from your comments in these forums that you know your stuff. I never really feel ready for an exam - just get to the point where I can't study it anymore!

My weakest areas were IPv6 and BGP too, I think they are both topics that need to be studied at a deeper level than the ROUTE exam requires, in order to get a real understanding of them.

And you've still got a few weeks to brush up - all the best.

Monkerz

I appreciate the words of encouragement, gents!

Monkerz

Nerves are starting to set in. I should be used to this by now, but it appears I am not. I am having a hard time sleeping due to the let down of failing in my dream.

Actually had to take one of my fiancee's *****'s last night to settle down enough to fall asleep.

Wish I could just move up the date tomorrow and sit for the exam, but my boss has approved Wednesday and will not budge.

Chris_

I'm sure you'll be fine, you've put plenty of time in for this. I know what you mean though, I really wanted to pull TSHOOt forward because I knew I was ready, but couldn't get a slot - it's really frustrating.

Good luck again

rogue2shadow

You can do this bro.

Going into exams I like to bring on this infamous quote from Friday Night Lights:

Clear eyes, full hearts, can't lose.

You know your enemy and it's time for battle. Regardless of outcome, you are one step closer to greatness due to the experience. It's gametime; lets bring back a victory!

Coolhandluke

I'm in a similar position to you but doing SWITCH and almost feel ready to take it. I can't offer any reassurance because I have not gone over the material yet but will say ..... GOOD LUCK !

Panzer919

Monkerz wrote: »

I don't feel ready, but I have been studying off and on since January and feel that if I do not force myself to sit for it, I will just keep putting it off.

I think my weak spots are BGP attributes and some IPv6 stuff. I just need to buckle down now and knock this one out of the ballpark. {FingersCrossed}

If you remember my post from last week I was in the same position. If you don't bite the bullet and schedule it, it will never get done. I know it's easier said than done but try to not let your nerves get the better of you. I felt like losing my breakfast even after I passed just because I made myself too nervous.

If BGP and IPv6 are your worse subjects, go back over the spots you think you lack in. Find some online practice tests, like these and see how you do.

Remember, the right answer is not as important as the wrong. I know people who will look at a question and say well the answer is A, I ask why is it not B,C or D, and they usually say because A is right.

paage

Best of luck tomorrow and you can do no more than your very best. I hope I can get as far as planning it somewhere next week.

Monkerz

I'm just chill-axing today. I figure if I do not know it already, I will not cram it in within 24 hours.

JaCkNiFe

Good luck Sir! Pass or Fail you will have a wealth of knowledge to be proud of!

MrBrian

Good luck for tomorrow!! Not that you need luck, you didn't acquire the skills you have based on luck

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Don't worry if you fail (but with the cost of the exam, easier said than done) because you already know so much, and probably don't have much further to go! At least you'll be able to more clearly see your weak spots and then you can hit those spots for the next time. And also look at it this way, if you don't pass, you'll have to study even more, which will only make you a better technician/engineer. And I think that's what we're all striving for.

mattlee09

MrBrian wrote: »

Good luck for tomorrow!! Not that you need luck, you didn't acquire the skills you have based on luck .

Don't worry if you fail (but with the cost of the exam, easier said than done) because you already know so much, and probably don't have much further to go! At least you'll be able to more clearly see your weak spots and then you can hit those spots for the next time. And also look at it this way, if you don't pass, you'll have to study even more, which will only make you a better technician/engineer. And I think that's what we're all striving for.

+1 agreed.

Good luck, but you'll do great (either way)!

andy4tech

Go get it man,don't allow any negative feelings to affect you.

Panzer919

You got this, just keep your eye on the prize!

Monkerz

Thanks gents. Will let you know how it goes.

vinbuck

best of luck to you man...you'll rock it out I'm sure. I can totally empathize...I've also been studying since January and am trying to make the final push to test in Sept. The tough part is remembering all the stuff you learned back in January

VAHokie56

good luck monk

you got this

Monkerz

Passed with a 918. Was able to take exam an hour early.

Will elaborate when I get home.

Bar, here I come!

SharkDiver

Great job and a great score. Congrats.

What's next?

nel

congrats mate!

networker050184

Congrats!

Monkerz

Looks like I was redirected back to work, bar will have to wait. Stupid Verizon strike is wreaking havoc on our northeastern data circuits.

Thanks guys. I plan to study the crap out of SWITCH next, but will take a 2 week breather from studying. I am hoping to get SWITCH under my belt by January.

Panzer919

Monkerz wrote: »

Passed with a 918. Was able to take exam an hour early.

Will elaborate when I get home.

Bar, here I come!

No fair, your not allowed to beat my score

Congratz, IDK about you but passing it took a lot of weight off my shoulder.

Bl8ckr0uter

Awesome dude!!!

BrizoH

Congrats! Enjoy a well earned beer or two

Monkerz

I am very relieved!

I was stressed all the way to the end of the exam. My last question was a lab and though I am positive I got it correct, the show commands would not verify that it was working. By my score, I can only assume I got it correct.

Hope this doesn't violate NDA. If so, please remove.

Chris_

Congratulations - all that worry for nothing

Enjoy your switch studies, I assume that's next....

Monkerz

Yes, switch is next.

Anyone have reviews for the FLG and OCG? I usually go with OCG, but for route I heard FLG was an easier read and was impressed.