CCNA Newbie looking to set up lab!

[Transformer23]

Hey guys, been browsing the forum for a while and alot of great people and tips on here and thought i'd seek some advice.<br><br>Im new to the CCNA world and know there are a few options of obtaining the knowledge to pass the exams. I've looked at a few courses but they are very expensive and this led me to the idea of setting up my own lab.<br><br>I look to study and pass my CCNA/CCNP exams within the next 2-3 years (hopefully realistic) and wanted to know if this was a good lab to get started with and keep in the run long. I also look to complete CCIE but know this won't be for now.<br><br>My question is, would this be a good lab to get my going for a while. I have some money saved up and im really serious about getting into this field.<br><br>All comments and advice are appreciated, cheers guys. <br><br>http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CISCO-Lab-CCNA-CCNP-Router-Switch-2620XM-2950-/110717674839?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item19c749a557<br><br>

 

[office politics]

cross reference with the list linked below. it was created by a guy who wrote ccnp and ccie books

Cisco Cert Zone: CCNP Lab Series


edit - cheap sims recommended by cisco linked below

ProfSIMS Cisco Simulator Main Page (NetworkSims.com)

 

[Transformer23]

Thanks, i will take a look.