Troy Levin, CCIE #14560

I spent the week prior to my exam with CyscoExpert in Chicago. I could not have made it without them. The labs that they have created really helped me with the
interpretation part of the exam, which was killing me on my earlier attempts. The best advice I received was from CyscoExpert. Over analyze the wording of the question
not the solution.

Sundar Palaniappan, CCIE #14532

Thanks guys for all your help! I got my CCIE in R&S on April 4, 2005 at RTP. You taught me the right way to interpret the question, ways to check my work and filled in
some gaps and that was the key to my success.

Alejandro Solis, CCIE #14461

Where is best place to Study? Just only one "CyscoExpert is the best". Thanks to them I could do this possible. The laboratory of CyscoExpert helps to understand and
improves mine development of the examination. Thank you Naren, Bahram, Bacho, Mitch, Tom, & Peter of CyscoExpert -- I could not have done it without you guys!

Joseph Kim, CCIE #14421

Thank you Naren, Bahram, Bacho, Mitch, Tom, and Peter for your dedication and support in helping me achieve my CCIE. I could not have done it without you guys. Your
training has truly been an invaluable resource in my pursuit of this goal, and your selfless devotion to helping me succeed will never be forgotten. You guys are the
best!!! Thank you.

Lee Stonesifer, CCIE #14348

I would like to thank CyscoExperts for all the help they provided me. Without Cyscoexperts I would not have achieved CCIE. They tailor the training to the individual so that
you are maximizing your time and efforts. In addition, they expose you to different scenarios that teach you to understand the required concepts and think outside of the
box. Each member of Cyscoexperts provides a different perspective and all of them will work with you until you gain a firm understanding of each concept. My experience
at Cyscoexperts was excellent. I have and would highly recommend Cyscoexperts to my friends and others that want to achieve the CCIE.

John Plant, CCIE #14331

I have to give props to the guys at CyscoExpert. They did a great job of keeping me focused on the task at hand.

Michael Grafton, CCIE #14216

During my final weeks of preparation Cyscoexpert pushed me over the top. It is a foregone conclusion that their instructors are very technically knowledgeable, but they
also help in all aspects in passing the lab exam such as reading skills and how to study. I am very thankful that I was able to attend the Cyscoexpert training and
strongly recommend it for any candidate.

David Douglas, CCIE #14155

I want to take some time to thank all of the folks at CXP. I would recommend this training to anyone who is serious about pursuing the CCIE certification. The days are
very challenging and long at CXP but in the end you realize that the training was priceless. One-on-one training with extraordinary instructors is just what I needed to get
to the level needed to achieve the CCIE. Thank you all so much for your dedication, expertise, and commitment ensuring my CCIE success.

June Zheng, CCIE #14119

I passed my R&S CCIE lab exam on November 17th!! THE VERY FIRST ATTEMPT!! I would like to say a very very special thanks to all CCIEs (Bahram, Bacho, Mitch,
Naren, Peter & Tom) at CyscoExpert for all the help you guys have been. There is no doubt that I would not have passed if I hadn't come to CyscoExpert. The week I
spent with you guys really helped fine tune the skills I needed to take the lab and has been one of the best experiences of my life. Many many thanks to Bahram, Bacho,
and Mitch who were always there for me whenever I needed them. I am looking forward to see all of you in my Security training.

Shawn Olson, CCIE #13916 (R&S, Security)

Getting to the level of being prepared to pass the lab lies in large part to CyscoExpert out of Chicago. They were extremely supportive through this whole process and
truly made it possible to pass the exam as everyone knows seems to be getting harder by the day. The twisted crap CyscoExpert throws at you will truly prepare you for
what to expect. Of course you will need to spend the time there to get the true value of all they have to offer. Whenever you get stuck, they have one of their truly awesome
instructors easily accessible to assist you while helping understand why and what you are doing. How many training companies have roughly a CCIE instructor to every
two students?.. Bahram, Naren, Peter, Tom, Mitch, and Bacho were absolutely awesome and by far this is the best technical training I have taken to date. All of them
have become friends and were truly genuine on caring if I passed or not. I look forward to going there again for my next CCIE!!! Thanks again guys!!!

Daniel Sheedy, CCIE #13884

I just wanted to let you know that I finally cleared the bar on Monday 4th October, at RTP. The time I spent with you back in June/July really put me in the right mindset for
those 'Cisco Questions', and what they are really asking with their wording. You helped me see how there is usually one answer that is more right, because of how the
underlying technology works. Practicing these exams with your guidance really helped hone my skills, and I feel it was time well spent. Anyway, I wanted to thank you for
your help in getting my number, and that I will definitely recommend you to my workmates, if I can get any of them motivated enough to study for this monster!

Theodore Tineo, CCIE #13852

I want to thank the crew at CyscoExpert for helping me complete a huge milestone. I just passed my first CCIE exam (R&S) yesterday at RTP. My CCIE # is 13852 and I
owe it to them. These guys have great lab scenarios and the expertise to point out all possible pitfalls and gotchas, AND they really care about your individual success.
When you visit them, you'll get your own rack of equipment to work on, and best of all, you'll have multiple CCIE's on site to answer your questions. I highly recommend
paying the CyscoExperts a visit before trying the real lab.

Eric Hoffman, CCIE #13843

Everybody says that there are 2 answers to every question on the CCIE lab, and you have to know all 3. The folks at Cyscoexpert didn’t shove the solutions down my
throat; they helped me figure out how I could come up with the 3rd solution on my own. After that, I started finding solutions to questions, which worked, and was well on
my way to feeling confident before sitting the lab. This was the important piece that I was missing, and finally passed. What else could I say, but I will probably see you
guys when I start my 2nd CCIE.

Sean Bowles, CCIE #13831 (R&S, Security)

I came to CyscoExpert with the experience and knowledge I needed to attempt the IE lab, based on nine months of mock labs and setting up my own test scenarios on my home rack. I had attempted the security IE lab twice, both without success, but very very close. The frustrating part was
coming to the realization that my thinking was not correct, and I personally needed one-on-one mentoring from the best in the industry. I didn't think I could find such help, as I had been searching the internet without results until I found someone who posted in GroupStudy.com about CyscoExpert. I contacted CyscoExpert and was
impressed by their knowledge over the phone. I booked a two week review before my exam, and after arriving in Chicago, found that I was with the best in the industry
after a day in their lab. The guys at CyscoExpert showed me the "ins" and "outs" of Cisco security. Upon completion of their program, I felt confident in my specialty of
Cisco security - both in the work place and for the CCIE lab exam. When I left, I had the confidence I needed in my thought processes to pass this most difficult exam. I
want to thank you all for your efforts, from early morning to late at night.

Sean Bowles, CCIE #13831 (R&S, Security)

Thank you soo much for all the help you provided me
during my hours of training for the R&S lab. I especially want to thank all the instructors at CyscoExpert for the many hours they spent with me, one-on-one going over
routing scenarios, helping me to understand my most difficult topics, especially the gotchas! CyscoExpert is the only place I know of that provides one-on-one training
and that is how I learn best. Already having passed the CCIE security exam with your training, it didn't take me long to figure out routing and switching. Having completed
your many labs with total understanding I was able to attempt the impossible and succeed, my second IE. Thanks again, I look forward to working with you on my Voice IE.

Jonathan Campbell, CCIE #13772

You sometimes hear that so-called "bootcamps" are a waste of money, or they only teach you the "Cisco way", or they "didn't tell me what I needed to know to pass the
lab". All of these are fraudulent conceptions. And, maybe the reason individuals think this way is due to the term "Bootcamp". The term has different meanings to
different people. As an amateur tournament golfer. I have spent years reading golf books, and I have hit hundreds of thousands of golf balls. I studied the golf swing and
short game techniques extensively. But, there are times when I get to a point that I need an instructor that can see the flaws that I overlook. All the great golfers have
instructors that can sit back and watch the player's swing and short game, and make minor corrections that the golfer is over-looking. The instructor becomes the third
eye. This is how I also view so-called "CCIE lab bootcamps". When I attended CyscoExpert, I had done everything I felt I could do. I was just coming up a little short. I
was missing something in a few concepts. I needed a third eye to see the flaws that I obviously could not see. The instructors at CyscoExpert helped me see those
flaws. And not only did I have the advantage of having one instructor, but six. CyscoExpert did an excellent job. The instructors were very knowledgeable and extremely
helpful. And the labs were not designed just to learn commands, but focused on concept details of all technologies. I look forward to attending their Security labs in the
future.

Michael Nygard, CCIE #12602

I really want to thank you and your staff at CyscoExpert. It was the training I received there that pushed me over the top. Each one of your staff participated in getting me here. I can't say enough good words to express this properly. I have but one regret and that is I didn't come see you folks sooner. I'll be seeing you again for the security exam.

Larry Sinclair, CCIE #12570

I would like to thank the whole gang at CyscoExpert for helping me get past the CCIE lab experience. I had failed the lab numerous times before. I felt I was technically ready for the lab, but apparently I needed the experience of learning how to check my work and how to read the questions that are asked in the lab. I also needed an attitude adjustment (WHATEVER IT TAKES!/thanks Mitch). I was at a point of thinking about giving up but you guys at CyscoExpert would check on me, almost like a tag team, and I learned different things from each of you. Thank You Bahram, Tom, Mitch, Bacho, Naren, and Peter.

Surjamukhi Chatterjea, CCIE #12566

Thank you guys. You were awesome. I could not have done it without you. All of you have worked with me patiently to give me the skills and the knowledge necessary to pass that test. I could never have acquired that extra edge without you - the attention to detail and the alert watchfulness that is necessary to recognize all the little gotchas and overcome them during the actual lab. Truthfully, I cannot tell you whether on my last attempt, the actual test was difficult or easy - I just knew that it had to be done. Thanks again for helping me achieve my goal.

David Flagel, CCIE #12532

I had no idea how under prepared I was until I went to CyscoExpert. The one-on-one instruction combined with hours of lab work allowed me to master the necessary technologies and to greatly improve my configuration speed. The instructors were great and were personally interested in my success. Training at CyscoExpert has helped me to pass my CCIE R&S Lab Exam and I am already scheduled to go back to prepare for the Security lab!

Allen McClure, CCIE #12508

You guys were very motivating for me. Being able to get away from work for a week, plus having folks around that are so motivating that you actually want to come in every day and lab for 12 hours is amazing. Your class is addictive and I found myself wanting to stay another week and being willing to pay for it, just couldn't swing the time off.

J. Kevin Han, CCIE #12499

The ultimate secret weapon ???? CyscoExpert !!!! What an experience. Starting from CCNA to CCNP to the ultimate achievement of CCIE status. CyscoExpert has the resources to help anyone achieve this lofty goal. Their one on one instructional training is priceless. Where can you go to find a CCIE instructor who will spend hours checking your work and pointing out the critical mistakes?? This school is unique and above the rest. I would like to thank all the instructors at CyscoExpert for helping me achieve my goals. A MILLION THANKS.

Manish Vaswani, CCIE #12440 (R&S, Security)

Going back to Cyscoexpert for my second CCIE was a true learning experience. The scenarios were very challenging and really prepared me for the exam. The entire team at Cyscoexpert is behind you to help you pass. Thanks Peter, Bahram, Naren and all. You guys were a great help.

Manish Vaswani, CCIE #12440 (R&S, Security)

I would like to thank the guys at Cyscoexpert. They really know their stuff. I spent eight days over there in the beginning of Oct and learned a lot. The one on one coaching was really helpful. I picked up a lot on the topics that I was weak at. Thanks again everyone.

Lawrence LaPlante, CCIE #12425

n the almost three years that I had been attempting to get my Routing & Switching CCIE I never could get past that 80 point mark on the lab exam. After attending the Routing Switching lab at CyscoExpert I was able to pick up the little pieces that I was missing on the lab. The CyscoExpert labs helped fine tune the skills that you need to pass the R/S lab. The CyscoExpert staff is extremely knowledgeable and teach you the advanced skills that are required to pass the time intensive R/S lab as well as for future work in your job. Thank You to all of the staff at CyscoExpert for helping me achieve a personal goal that I had been chasing for nearly 3 years.
- Lawrence LaPlante, CCIE #12425

Christopher Larson, CCIE #12380

It was a fantastic decision. They have the best training model I have seen. It is individual, not classroom training (although they have that too). At CyscoExpert if you do it correctly, you get the benefit of knowing it is correct because a CCIE tells you it is, you also go through the exercise of exploring alternative ways of doing the same task with your CCIE (partner is probably a better word) sitting next to you, and if you did it wrong ... getting simple explanations as to how to do it correctly and why it is correct etc ... A very wise investment on my part I think. There are about 5 very important things that I got from there (I got more then that but these were crucial) that I never saw in self study or maybe saw but did not have the comprehension to realize and understand what I was seeing. So I want to give them their props and make a recommendation. If you think you are ready for your CCIE .... I would recommend you spend a little time there first. It will make a difference I am sure. No matter how ready you may be you will walk away being more prepared then before you went giving you an extra edge regardless of how much you may already know. It is also an excellent assessment of whether you really are ready or not and the people there are fantastic. Very helpful!!

Jeffrey Ambern, CCIE #12367

I took my written exam in January of 2001 and had been trying to pass the R/S lab for almost 3 years! I heard about CyscoExpert from good friend and how they helped him to get his number. They really focus on learning your weaknesses and helping you to overcome them. My time spent in Chicago with this group helped me to finally complete this goal and I would recommend them to anyone wanting to pass the CCIE lab!

James Phillipo, CCIE #12314

I would highly recommend them (CyscoExpert) to anyone attempting this goal. They are a great bunch of guys and they are a real asset.

George Mandel, CCIE #12313

During my preparation for the lab, I have attented CyscoExpert CCIE bootcamp in Chicago. I have spent a total of 150 hours at their facility. At CyscoExpert, I have learned to build up my confidence, precision and improve my skills in all key areas. They have developed an excellent program and I highly recommend them to anyone pursuing this goal. Now, special thanks to Bahram, Naren and Peter at CyscoExpert for helping me achieve this certification. You really know your stuff and are truly gifted instructors. Bahram - congratulations to you on the birth of your brand new daughter. I am sure she will become a CCIE by the time she is 7 years old.

Todd Kaczorowski, CCIE #12228

Just wanted to take a moment to thank you and Cysco Expert for all the assistance in helping me achieve my latest goal: CCIE Security. After a few frustrating lab attempts, it became clear that I was spending too much time studying in a vacuum and really needed a new strategy. The flexible scheduling and one on one attention afforded by Cysco Expert, really helped to get me re-focused on my study regime and provided a new outlook on my strategy. I wish I would have come to Cysco Expert before any of my attempts as it would have saved me at least a year of studying the wrong way! I absolutely recommend Cysco Expert to any candidates who have struggled in the past, or wish to cut down the number of unsuccessful attempts!!!! Thanks again!

Mervyn Lobo, CCIE #12211

I finally got my CCIE after a few attempts, and on the last day before my written exam expired. I went through almost all the commercial labs, and my 10 years of experience as a lead network engineer was not enough to pass, The Dreadful CCIE Lab. I would like to thank CyscoExpert whose one-on-one unique training method helped me finally open my eyes and reevaluate myself. At CyscoExpert I would complete a lab and think I performed excellent, but when the instructor came to check and grade the lab, I would be horrified to see how I misinterpreted the question and all the mistakes I made, this was an eye opener. CyscoExpert gave me all the tools to pass this exam apart from knowledge they showed me the"Tips and Tricks" and the importance to be precise, most of all they built my confidence, and when I went this time, half way through the Lab I already knew I was getting my number.

Eric Foster, CCIE #12202

I sincerely believe that my week spent at the CyscoExpert facilities lead to my attaining CCIE status! Serious appreciation to all of the staff at CyscoExpert, especially Naren with his knowledge in Border Gateway Protocol and Integrated IS-IS. Bahram was also a huge help with his attention to how a student works through tasks and gives patient advice on streamlining work habits. I would recommend this lab experience to anyone who is serious about completing the CCIE process!

Brian Wu, CCIE #12177

Cyscoexpert does help me to overcome my weak topics which I did not do great in my first attempt one month ago. They are able to customize their support to my specific needs and questions. Cyscoexpert's learning methodology is not only to give you the answers, but to encourage you to understand the core of the questions in and out. There can be various ways to ask the same question. Cyscoexpert really helps you to know what Cisco is asking for. Thanks for everyone in Cyscoexpert.

Tim Urban, CCIE #12160

CyscoExpert's CCIE class was the best class I have even taken. The labs they have you work on are very complex scenarios in which you learn in depth about the various protocols you will need to pass the test. Also, the instructors truly care about your success and will do whatever they can to make you succeed. With six of the best CCIEs tutoring you, how can you go wrong? Thanks again for all your help in making my dream come true. You guys are the BEST. Bahram, Naren, Peter, Mitch, Tom and Bacho.

Jeff Wishnew, CCIE #12148

Thanks to everyone at CyscoExpert for all of the help you guys gave me in obtaining my CCIE. The time spent at your facility was the most productive study time I have ever experienced. I felt like I had a pretty solid knowledge base before starting your program, but after going through my first sample lab, I soon realized that passing the CCIE required a level of knowledge that was far above where I currently was. I am not sure I could have gotten to that level without the tremendous amount of help each and every instructor there was able to provide. In addition, knowing Bahram would be searching the CCIE verification tool the night after my exam to see if I passed, truly showed me how dedicated they are to my success. I can't thank the team at CyscoExpert enough for their help to me in achieving CCIE #12148.

Jawad Skalli, CCIE #12133

had the best training at CyscoExpert. Without the help of all of you, I don't think I would ever had a chance to pass the lab. The labs you offer are tougher than the real lab and get you to study in depth every routing protocol. Most of all, it helps you build up your confidence. You feel like you can configure any kind of scenario they throw at you. I consider all the trainers at CyscoExpert as my friends. You are truly masters of your domain.

Micah Byers, CCIE #12079

My training schedule wasn't like most candidates seeking the CCIE. I didn't have any lab equipment setup prior to attending CyscoExpert so I hadn't practiced at all short of real life experience. My strategy was to spend 30 days at CyscoExpert and take my test several days after my training was complete. After several weeks at CyscoExpert I could see a huge difference. By the end of the 30 days I knew I was going to pass the lab. The trainers at CyscoExpert really care about making you successful. I couldn't have passed this lab without the time I spent at CyscoExpert.

Tim Snow, CCIE #12042

My week spent at Cyscoexpert.com was the most beneficial time spent during my journey to geekdom. These guys are great. Not only to they know their stuff but their knowledge transfer skills are second to none. I walked into their facility feeling pretty good about my level of expertise but I walked out of their a CCIE with just a small test to do to prove it to the rest of the world. I showed up at RTP without a worry and walked out with my number. First time. I was so used to working their complex labs and banging out topics during those grueling 12 hour days that going to take the real test was almost easy. I left 2 hours earlier knowing that I had passed. Peter stayed up all night scanning the CCIE verification tool to find out my number since I hadn't received an email. They knew before me. They actually cared about my learning the topics. Their dedication to teaching was the same as a CCIE candidates dedication to passing the test. Bahram, Peter, Brian, Naren, Tom. What can I say about these guys except that they're top notch all the way and a really great group of guys. I can't wait to begin studying for the Security lab so I can go back and have a beer with these guys and just leech information from them. My time spent training with them is unparalleled to anything I've ever been to before. Thanks guys and see you soon!

Michael Breen, CCIE #11990

I have only one thing to say, if you do could do only one thing to prepare, go to CyscoExpert. I can't say enough about these guys, they put me over the top and there is no way I would have gotten here with out them. Thanks Brian!

Jim Fitzpatrick, CCIE #11959

I went into the lab after spending time at CyscoExpert, the time there allowed me to go into the lab with a lot of confidence. My previous attempts I had been nervous but this time I felt like I knew the stuff cold. The one on one time at CyscoExpert really worked for me.

Gordon Hughes, CCIE #11890

The class at CyscoExpert is by far the BEST training class I have ever attended! Most 5 day training classes result in maybe one good day of learning (if you are lucky). The non-linear freedom in your class is extremely affective. Most curriculum based courses are always only as good as the weakest student in the class, and that will never be the case in your environment. Your staff is so in tune with the CCIE process, and can explain the most complicated task in layman's terms. You forced me to focus on my weakest areas in your scenarios, and not just to meet the minimum requirements of your labs. This method is key to the success or failure of any CCIE candidate. It is human nature to avoid the unknown.

Rupesh Chakkingal, CCIE #11875

Cyscoexpert had a big hand in ending my quest to attain the CCIE Certification for Routing and Switching. Cyscoexpert is a unique CCIE training program that brings out and focuses on individual weakness on a technology and provides labs that allow you to strengthen your weakness on a particular area where you need improvement. If you think you are ready for the lab, I would highly recommend you to take this training few weeks before your lab. You will know how much you "Don't know". The labs are designed so well that they will corner you on each and every technology. The people at Cyscoexpert are amazing. Each and every individual expert has their own way of tackling the CCIE lab. My recommendation will be to get inputs from these seven experts and formulating you own methodology to tackle the lab.

Derek Simmelink, CCIE #11819

The people at CyscoExpert are truly experts. CyscoExpert works to understand your skill level and strengths and builds upon them in a way that undoubtedly prepares you for the lab exam. I cannot recommend these guys enough. This is not a canned training facility; they work uniquely with each individual with as much one-on-one time as necessary. The quality of the labs and, more importantly, the quality of the staff is outstanding. Their practice labs really test your knowledge and tune your skills because they are much more complicated than the actual CCIE exam. I believe you will not find a more technical and personable group than the CyscoExpert team. These guys are phenomenal. They work with candidates at all levels with no intimidation, just focus on your success. Once you work through these labs and spend hours of dedicated time with all of the CCIE's on staff, you will be primed and ready to go for the big day. What truly sets CyscoExpert apart is that they really care about your success and will push you as hard as you will let them. I actually felt as though CyscoExpert and I were in it together - as a team. I recommend CyscoExpert to anyone that wants to achieve CCIE status. Go to CyscoExpert with a good understanding of the technology and a good attitude and they will help uncover the areas you need to focus on and solidify your areas of strength. Their goal was the same as mine - for me to get my CCIE number. I got it, #11819, thanks CyscoExpert!

David Scott, CCIE #11793

Cyscoexpert sets the gold standard by which all other training companies are judged. It is the ideal arena to learn from top industry professionals who stop at nothing to ensue that their program focuses upon your individual needs. First, Cyscoexpert systematically challenges your weaknesses and false assumptions. Then, Cyscoexpert helps you formulate the strategies and tactics necessary to pass the exam. Simply put, you go to Cyscoexpert to work hard, and with their guidance you learn through sheer strength of will. In the end, the student internalizes the values and integrity of the CCIE program. I recommend without hesitation Cyscoexpert to any serious CCIE candidate. I believe Cyscoexpert is a unique learning experience second to none.

Tim Ross, CCIE #11757

CyscoExpert has the best CCIE class around. The class is actually more of an individualized study program and customized for each person. Their labs are more difficult than the actual lab and geared to make you think like a CCIE. I began to see issues immediately when looking over a scenario after attending their class. Bahram is a great teacher as well as a great person to deal with. I wish I could learn customer service skills from him as well as Cisco skills. If you have studied a long time (as I have) and nearing the end of your CCIE studying (as I was - one way or the other), then CyscoExpert is the place to go. Bahram, Brian, Peter, Tom, Naren, and Mitch are all CCIEs and each contributes slightly different special skills that they have to their students. Prior to taking the lab go to CyscoExpert. You will find out how much you "don't know" while at CyscoExpert. Depending on your experience and length of study time additional visits to CyscoExpert might be helpful.

Paul Lalonde, CCIE #11749

The most important part of my preparation was attending the CyscoExpert training program in Chicago. Although my grasp of overall lab topics was pretty good prior to attending, the eight days that I spent with CyscoExpert proved to be the most effective preparation of all. I worked through their various Labs and Simulation Labs and was hammered on technical issues I thought I knew. In my opinion, the CyscoExpert labs were easily more difficult than the actual CCIE lab and provided a wonderfully challenging, yet rewarding means of identifying and resolving complex issues. By the time I arrived in RTP, I was ready for anything.

Andrew Richter, CCIE #11740

I went to Chicago to work with CyscoExpert on the recommendation of a co-worker after he attended. I don't know any other way to describe Brian, Bahram, Naren, Tom, Peter, and Mitch except as the best learning experience I've ever had, technical or otherwise. Their individual-focused format was perfect for how I learn new topics and reinforce existing knowledge. Each one approaches the material in a slightly different way, so on any topic, no matter how you learn, the light bulb will light up. The scenarios are the most challenging ones I've come across anywhere and they ABSOLUTELY prepare you for the real Lab. They help you find the areas where you need extra work, as well as challenge what you think you already know. This is where the rubber from the countless hours of reading and home-rack-time really meet the road. When I walked into Building C on the 27th and read through the exam, the first thought I had was "this is doable"

Robert Yee, CCIE #11716

I spent the last 7 days [before my lab] at CyscoExpert in Chicago. They were great. I have to give them a lot of credit. I was about 95% prepared for my second attempt when I went to CyscoExpert. They were able to help me with the other 5%. This is the stuff that you have just not thought about. For example, some of their IGP redistribution scenarios were very very difficult, but in order to get it to work, you had to think outside the box. The class was a good assessment of my skills and knowledge along the way I picked up a few very important techniques that helped on the lab.

David Swink, CCIE #11678

Two weeks at CyscoExpert gave me a huge boost towards success. The hands-on approach is great, the labs are mind-bending, and most of all, the instructors are nice people gifted with the ability to explain very complex subjects simply. Thank you Bahram, Brian, Peter, Tom and Naren. I recommend them highly.

Mike Lea, CCIE #11662

It was a long journey however well worth the sacrifice. Here is my recommendation for the exam. Be relaxed. Visit CyscoExpert before taking the exam. They have the best training program for the exam. Well thought out labs that are constantly being updated and refined, knowledgeable staff that are excellent instructors, the staff reviews your labs and determines your weakness so that you will know how to focus your study efforts, individualized attention so that you can have one on one interaction with the instructors.

Edward Kim, CCIE #11616 (R&S, Security)

I passed my CCIE Security Lab exam after I attended customized, one-to-one, training at CyscoExpert. CyscoExpert does not use traditional classroom style training. Instead, at CyscoExpert you are trained individually. An experienced double CCIE instructor sits next to you and works with you individually. This style helped me to focus on my weaknesses and in the shortest amount of time I was able to master the complex technologies and passed my lab exam. If you want to maximize the return on investment of your training time and money, I would suggest very strongly that you go to CyscoExpert. Thank you Naren and Bahram for your teaching, research, and your patience. I couldn’t have done it without your help!

Brent Colwell, CCIE #11605

I bought (and read) just about every recommended Cisco book on the market, purchased my own lab equipment and worked out dozens upon dozens of different scenarios from various vendors. I have studied countless hours and lost nearly a year of my social life to this certification. I have to say though, even with all of this effort I could not have possibly achieved this goal without attending CyscoExpert in Chicago, IL. These guys are awesome! There is absolutely no substitute for having six CCIEs within arms reach and their labs are better than anything I've seen on the market yet. If you're thinking of attending a class, CyscoExpert has all the right ingredients to help you reach your dream!
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Ben Robinson, CCIE #11604

Thanks CyscoExpert, for your help with acquiring the CCIE. Your persistence helped me become CCIE #11604!

Horacio Bustillos, CCIE #11518

I tried several times the test preparing in many ways. I tried buying some virtual labs, taking CCIEBootCamp in Mexico and the US, etc., but nothing could help me to pass the real lab. Then I began to think in the best way to prepare for it. I evaluated many training centers until I found CyscoExpert. I would really suggest that if you are looking for knowledge and expertise, not only for the real lab then you have to talk to them. They are really professional and they have the best method I`ve ever seen before, and I tried a lot of them, trust me. What I liked most were the One-on-One CCIE`s sessions that I didn't have in the past in other Training Centers. They definitely know what they are doing.

Cassidy D. Smith, CCIE #11473

I had been studying alone for some time, I read nearly every CiscoPress book, and had used numerous practice labs. The problem was that I simply was not getting fast, I would just plod along and eventually get each practice scenario completed. I really didn't know if I was even focusing on the right topics. Or if my answers to configuration questions were the right interpretation. So I needed help and validation. After doing some research I found that CyscoExpert was the only CCIE trainer that provided one on one exposure to multiple CCIE's. So not only did I get the feedback that I sorely needed I got several different perspectives, and I was able to learn several different ways to look at a problem. Having that many CCIE's around also gives you the motivation to get faster, and I needed that. Oh and their practice scenario's, OUCH! They were much harder then the real LAB, and yet by the end of my stay there, I was ripping through them. All I can say is, when I took the Lab I had all afternoon to review and work through the difficult problems. CyscoExpert put me over the top!

David Voss, CCIE #11372

Thanks to CyscoExpert for helping me turn the corner in my CCIE studies and for helping me up the mountain to achieve this certification. Their racks contain the same technology that I expected to see in the CCIE lab with customized labs that challenged me to use all of the technologies required to achieve my number. They had CCIE's on-site at all times to answer my questions but most importantly, they were honest with me. If you are looking to have your ego stroked, this is not the place to go. This is the place to learn with humility until you can walk with confidence. When you are working on a lab with multiple CCIE's on site to answer your questions, you know that it was a great investment. Thanks again to CyscoExpert for the great experience and the honest input.

Justine Vick, CCIE #11256

Regardless of the number of hours I spent doing labs, the number of labs I purchased, the time wading through endless, dry Cisco press books, I don't think I could have passed without attending CyscoExpert's boot camp. Maybe after 6 or 7 tries, but who has that kind of time or money! CyscoExpert is well worth the money, given the one-on-one time you get with five different CCIE's who all have a unique perspective on networking technologies and approach to test taking. I believe having five talented, diverse instructors with their own unique perspective and approach to teaching is what makes this training so successful.

Jeremy Wright, CCIE #11168

I want to thank the team at Cyscoexpert for their time and expertise. The time I spent training with you guys was a critical piece in my success passing my CCIE security lab on my 1st attempt. I found the practice labs you guys have are very challenging. I like the fact that every day I left the training center I felt I learned something new. The fatigue level and mental strain gets you to the level you need to be at for the actual lab. Cyscoexpert has a very unique style of hands on training. Thanks again!

Tony Huynh, CCIE #11056

I would like to thank the professionals at CyscoExpert for all their guidance. I attended CyscoExpert also to prepare for the CCIE lab. I can't say enough about their program. You get one on one interaction with the instructors that is unrivaled. When you first get there, they evaluate your skill level and then give you labs scenarios that challenge your knowledge of the technologies. There is no other training program out there that I know of like this. Do the research and you will realize this also. I would definitely recommend CyscoExpert to anyone pursuing their CCIE certification!!

Cary Anderson, CCIE #10988

To really get to the level of detail you need to be at, there is nothing better than going to an organization that does nothing but make CCIE's. The guys at CyscoExpert are the best I know at that. You have all of the gear you need, to yourself, with a CCIE on standby to answer any question. You work at your own pace, and on your weaknesses, not at the pace of a class. Their labs are top notch, and really prepare you for the big day. There is nothing quite like walking into the lab knowing that there is nothing that will throw you for a loop. There is no way I would have gotten this done without them, and am now going to study for the CCIE Security. You can bet I will be going back there to sharpen up before that one!

Eugene Han, CCIE #10890 (R&S, Security)

I definitely learned the most from achieving this second R&S CCIE run more than any other life experience. This R&S lab took me 8 attempts of which I am very proud. It taught me about pure persistence of getting up again and again after each failure. The sheer amount of resources I committed to this run were staggering but I took a no matter what it takes approach and kept plugging away. I refined my approach each time and mentally it was gruelling at times. I had used all the materials ranging from Internetworkexpert, Ipexpert, CCBootcamp and rotated the labs over and over again. I must have done these labs hundreds of times between 2003-2007. My previous scores had fluctuated a few times in the low to mid's but for some reason I could not get over the hump. Before attempt #7, I went to Cyscoexpert for customized, one-on-one, training for 1wk. We focused on drilling technical fundamentals of my weaker topics and flushed out hazy areas. After I failed attempt#7, I went back to Cyscoexpert and this time, the instructors paid close attention to my approach. And bingo there it was. Even though my typing skills were blazing fast, I was doing twice the work because of a bad habit I had of typing into notepad everything first (from working on production environments). My current approach was taking twice as long as the average person and hence I was running out of stamina at the most crucial part of the test the last hour. So we went to work and completely overhauled my typing approach. They taught me little IOS tricks using shortcut keys, to read routing tables faster and move with more agility within the telnet client. To understand the lay of the land and visualize the layer 2 topology and layer 3 topology before transposed on top of each other. We worked on my speed until it was blazing fast. They also helped me to not approach the exam in a linear fashion but pick cherries and go for points. I stopped doing things in sequence and started avoiding major traps in the exam designed to suck time. And finally crossed the finish line on attempt 8. These guys are the jedi's among CCIE's and the true example of the pursuit of mastery. They have inspired me to no longer accept just being a CCIE but to pursue being the best of the best among CCIE's in the entire world.

Dane Clemons, CCIE #10546

Sunday, I finally passed at RTP. This was my fifth and final attempt. I had already sold my lab and was ready to concede if I did not obtain my number. I would like to thank everyone who contributed to this group and everyone at Cyscoexperts for helping me conquer the monster. Cyscoexperts is the only place I know where people are willing to pay good money to be put through hell. However, if the CCIE is your goal I highly recommend attending one of their boot camps. They may not know everything but they come very close.

Ken Cooper, CCIE #10453

I flunked on my first attempt not because I didn't know my stuff but because I didn't have a solid method for attacking the lab. I took a 40 hour package at CyscoExpert and that helped me immensely. They spent a ton of time going over my configs line by line, asking me why I did it a certain way, and then would give me a better or faster way to do it. We also spent allot of time working on my personal strategy for taking the lab and addressing my few weak points. The time spent there was invaluable.

Michael Strnad Jr., CCIE #10426

I was thinking about attending the 5 day bootcamps to get ready for my CCIE, but you can't absorb everything in 5 days. I attended CyscoExpert for about 180 hours. They took all my weak points and made them my strong points, and gave me a strong foundation in the R&S field. I got my own rack and one on one help. There are no formal lectures you have to sit through. They give you lab scenarios and then customize your session based on your performance and knowledge. I would like to give a special thanks to Brian McGahan and Bahram Chaboki for their guidance and the torture that they put me through to pass my CCIE lab exam. I would also like to thank Peter, Tom, and Naren. They are all talented CCIEs and made my journey of becoming a CCIE less painful.

Anthony Pace, CCIE #10349

I passed the CCIE lab in San Jose a couple of weeks ago on my fifth attempt but not before attending CyscoExperts bootcamp in Lincolnwood Illinois. I started in computers over twenty years ago and had sat for the CCIE lab exam four times previously, without success. What was unique about this school was that there was no instructor led lectures. The bootcamp consists of 100% hands on labs. What made this different than the many hours of labs I did during my self study was the instantaneous clarification I was able to get when I got to an area of uncertainty. Previously, I had been accumulating questions during my self studies and researching the answers later. Getting into a discussion of an issue while it was occurring was much more powerful. The other aspect which my self studies failed to address was the interpretation of the questions on the exam itself and the psychological traps which one can fall into during the exam. CyscoExperts in no way violates the NDA, however they give you insight into how to approach a particular wording of a scenario or why it might not be a good idea to spend to much time on any one stand alone item, no mater how tempting it might be. As I have stated, this is all hands on, so it would make the most sense to have a solid understanding of all the topics before attending this school. All CyscoExperts CCIE's have a solid understanding of the subject matter... I would recommend this school to anyone looking for that extra push over the edge with respect to the CCIE lab exam.

Henry Chou, CCIE #10315

I also participated in CyscoExpert's training program. I truly believe that CyscoExperts have made a huge difference in my studying. Their passion and willingness to help really differentiate them and offered me a whole new experience that I never had in other class-room training. They know their stuff, and they challenge you to truly understand the material, and no, they're not paying me to say good things about them.

Anguel Stefanov, CCIE #10310 (R&S, Security)

My initial preparation for the exam was as everyone else's. I read the books, I bought few routers and the IPexpert labs. I did all of them plus some of the labs from fatkid.com. Two months before the actual exam a friend of mine told me about CyscoExpert. At that time I thought that I'm pretty much ready but decided to go for the CyscoExpert training anyway. My first few days were a big surprise. It turned out I wasn't ready at all. I spent two weeks under the guidance of the most knowledgeable networking engineers I've seen in my life. I left CyscoExpert with answers on all of the unanswered questions plus clear understanding of technologies, protocols, troubleshooting techniques etc. I did learned a lot and I definitely enjoyed the atmosphere, the discussions, the friendship. To my surprise I passed on my first try.

Vicente Caballero, CCIE #10269

When I started my preparation for the CCIE I thought it would be reachable, however after taking some courses anywhere (Mexico and USA), they not only did not help too much, but also they made me feel that I would never be able to gather and retain all necessary information in order to reach my certification. After an advise from a friend I decided to take one more try (one more boot camp), luckily it was at CyscoExpert, where I found very skilled and nice CCIE's that created the right environment to be ready for the Real Lab Exam. They do not apply a method, they first know your weaknesses and then they work with you on having solutions for any lab you have, you will learn the real meaning for "customized", and also you will find the advantage of working with different CCIE's that have different points of view for solving a problem, they all have the knowledge and the expertise to transmit it and help you to achieve one of the most prestigious certifications.

Steven Ferguson, CCIE #10202

I sat for my fourth attempt Friday at RTP. I had previously read all of the usual books and was relying on self study to get me through. After 3 unsuccessful attempts I realized that I needed something else in order to get the edge necessary to pass. I found out about CyscoExpert from this list. I went there understanding the core technologies, but lacking the ability to "tweak" things as required by the lab exam. I spent 5 days with the crew a week before my test. They were more than helpful and even answered last minute questions for me the night before the exam. I left feeling more confident than ever before about taking the lab. CyscoExpert gave me the edge to feel confident and to know what to look for when checking over my final configs. Without those guys I would not have made it.

Gregory Stemberger, CCIE #10133 (R&S, Security, SP)

It was a pleasure working with all of you and attending your bootcamp. Thank you very much for your excellent training and support throughout the 2 weeks that I attended. I gained so much confidence and knowledge during the time spent at your bootcamp. I really appreciate the positive environment that you all created and the willingness to go the extra mile each day to ensure that I was going to be ready for my 5th attempt. After of year of preparation, and a few unsuccessfull attempts, your bootcamp was exactly what I needed to finally get it done. I do higly recommend your training to other candidates that are at the appropriate level to best utilize your one-on-one customized training. I am looking forward to coming back again in the future if you decide to offer voice.

Carlo Falco, CCIE #10059 (R&S, Security)

I just passed my second CCIE lab in security last week. I studied at Cysco Expert in Chicago as I did for my R&S. I am sure most of you have heard about Cysco Expert and the quality of their R&S labs and instructors. Well, you can now say the same great things about their security labs. I would like to personally thank Peter, Bahram, Naren, Tom, Bacho, and Mitch for all of their instruction. I could not have attained my double CCIE status without all of your help. The Cysco Expert labs really pushed me to the level I needed to pass my lab. Good luck to all of you in your CCIE studies!

Carlo Falco, CCIE #10059 (R&S, Security)

I just passed my routing and switching lab last week. I studied at Cysco Expert in Chicago. I would absolutely recommend Cysco Expert to anyone interested in seriously studying for the CCIE lab. You will have a full dedicated rack with CCIE's to guide you at all times. The labs assigned to you are well thought out and really prepare you for the real thing. I highly doubt you will find another place to study quite like Cysco Expert!

George Beeler, CCIE #10024

It has been an extremely long road to getting the prestigious CCIE# 10024, but worth all the blood, sweat, tears, and long hours. I want to thank the whole team of CCIE's at CyscoExpert.com (Brian, Tom, Peter, Bahram) for all of their time spent with me these past few months and giving me the knowledge to correct what I was doing incorrectly on my previous attempts. You guys rock!!!

Przemyslaw Karwasiecki, CCIE #9958

I would also like to thanks all guys at CyscoExpert for an excellent job with challenging my understanding of IP protocols and some general advices given to me... I need to thanks again Brian from CyscoExpert for creating excellent labs, really challenging your understanding of technologies and idiosyncrasies of their implementation in IOS. I also need to thanks Bahram from CyscoExpert for opening my eyes, that on CCIE lab, primary objective is to collect points and pass -- you don't have enough time to beautify your configs.

Brian Albert, CCIE #9682

Special thanks to the CCIEs at CyscoExpert. Brian McGahan for his great practice labs and Bahram Chaboki for his insight and philosophy. If you need help in getting over the hump, these are the guys to go to. In Bahram's words, Piece of cake. One, two lines of configuration, done deal.

Johan Strandloof, CCIE #9462

About a month ago I flew a nine hour flight from Sweden all the way to CyscoExpert in Arlington Heights (Chicago), IL, for my CCIE Security Lab training. Having attended a number of training classes over the years, I can tell you this training is not what you would normally expect. Having a dedicated 1-on-1 teacher/mentor at your side can in no way compare to a normal training session. Naren and Bahram made excellent use of our 50 hours together - constantly advising, challenging, and explaining as needed. I'll be hard pressed to find better value for money when it comes to Cisco training at this level. My tasks were well suited to my background - so stuff I already knew was not emphasized (after having verified that I really DID know that part, of course) - so no easy points here! I had planned on doing more studying in the evenings at the hotel - but my brain was near melting-point at the end of each day. These guys do not kid around!! When I returned home, I felt very confident. On my next trip abroad to Brussels, I managed to pass my CCIE Security Lab exam and I became a Dual CCIE.

George Stoev, CCIE #9432

"Having put a substantial effort in preparing for the CCIE exam I felt that I am ready for the exam. Right around that time I saw a post on groupstudy about CyscoExpert. I managed to attend their lab course right before my exam. I already knew a lot, but the exam is not only about knowledge. I've seen very knowledgeable people not able to pass. Time management, speed, concentration, effectiveness are also very critical. The instructors helped me improve all these and more. The time spent there put a final touch to my preparation. Their labs in many aspects are more difficult than the real exam."

- George Stoev, CCIE #9432

Jakub J. Czyz, CCIE #9102

"My time spent with CyscoExpert's curriculum and instructors has been one of the best experiences of my life, period. Make no mistake, no matter how much money you spend, no one will make this process painless, but if you want to maximize your efforts, and not waste your time and dollars - just go there. This is not a global corporation with a cookie-cutter approach, I'm talking about one-on-one interaction with the most competent engineers and willing coaches I've ever met in my entire career. With this certification, there are certainly no guarantees, but if you want to give yourself an incredible advantage, do what I did - take a look at CyscoExpert."

- Jakub J. Czyz, CCIE #9102

Adam Quiggle, CCIE #9049

"I went there before my lab when I thought I was ready and had done most of the bootcamp labs with minimal problems. However, they kicked my butt into gear and there is no doubt that I would have failed if I hadn't taken this "class". It's really not a class, as it is customized training. While many of the CCIE classes are during the week and have a regimented approach, this one was customized to your weakness's. They are really nice people there to boot!"

- Adam Quiggle, CCIE #9049

Keith Montgomery, CCIE #8961

"I recently attended the CyscoExpert class… I had my own rack with Voice, ATM, 5500 with sup3, and my own 3920 everyday. The lab was run from 9am to 10pm everyday, including weekends. In addition, there were 4 excellent CCIE instructors on hand from the time they opened to the time they closed... This is the real deal, not a 9-to-5 outfit. If you go, be focused and get plenty of rest before you go. They take care of the rest. These guys are really committed to your success."

- Keith Montgomery, CCIE #8961