CCNA Self-Study: Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND) 640-811, 640-801 - Hardcover

McQuerry, Stephen; Cisco Systems Inc.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1587051427 ISBN 13: 9781587051425

Publisher: Cisco Press, 2003

Synopsis

Learn the concepts on the new CCNA 640-801 and ICND 640-811 exams with the only Cisco authorized self-study guide

• Master ICND with the Second Edition of the best-selling self-study guide for CCNA
• Complement instructor-led learning with materials developed in conjunction with Cisco Systems
• Understand concepts taught via a variety of new and proven learning feature

With the introduction in June 2003 of the CCNA 640-801 and ICND 640-811 exams, Cisco Systems also introduced the newest version of the Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND) course. CCNA Self-Study: Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND), Second Edition is a Cisco authorized self-paced learning tool that helps CCNA candidates prepare for the new CCNA exams.

This book is the second edition of the best-selling title for early-stage CCNA preparation. It is designed in exclusive cooperation with Cisco Systems, and it is the only title authorized by Cisco for self-study learning of the ICND course concepts. Coverage includes a review of the OSI model, routers and switches, Cisco IOS software, command line interface, WAN, and ISDN and Frame Relay.

The CCNA program certifies that a professional can install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks (100 nodes or fewer). It is considered one of the most valuable IT certifications and has been growing in popularity over the last several years.

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Cisco authorized self-study book for CCNA(r) 640-801 and ICND 640-811 foundation learning Prepare for the CCNA ICND exam 640-811 or CCNA exam 640-801 with the Cisco authorized self-study guide Configure Cisco Catalyst switch operation, including switch forwarding and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) Understand the theory and operation of virtual LANs (VLANs), including frame tagging and the use of the VLAN Trunking Protocol Learn how routers exchange and maintain routing information using routing protocols, such as RIP, IGRP, EIGRP, and OSPF Use variable-length subnet masking (VLSM) for IP addressing management Apply access lists to provide traffic management on Cisco routers Understand Network Address Translation (NAT) operation and configuration parameters Connect remote sites using leased lines with protocols, such as Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) and High-Level Data Link Control (HDLC) Provide access to remote sites through Frame Relay services Establish a dial-on-demand circuit to a remote site using Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) circuits CCNA Self-Study- Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND), Second Edition, is a Cisco(r) authorized, self-paced learning tool for CCNA(r) foundation learning. This book provides you with the knowledge needed to identify and recommend the best Cisco solutions for small to medium-sized businesses. The book teaches you how to perform all the basic configuration procedures to build a multirouter, multigroup internetwork that uses LAN and WAN interfaces for the most commonly used routing and routed protocols. This comprehensive guide presents detailed information and easy to grasp tutorials that teach you how to use Cisco Catalyst(r) switches and Cisco routers in connected LANs and WANs. After you read this book, you will have gained the skills needed to select, connect, configure, and troubleshoot a variety of Cisco networking devices. Part I introduces you to basic networking concepts and setting up and configuring Cisco Catalyst switches and VLANs. Part II explores the operation and configuration of routers within the internetwork. Part III looks beyond the campus network and discusses connecting devices across widely dispersed geographic locations. Each chapter ends with extensive review questions to test your knowledge and case studies to help you understand the real-world application of the concepts. Appendixes include helpful administration references on password recovery and recovering lost switch images. Whether you are preparing for CCNA certification or simply want to gain a better understanding of LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks, you can benefit from the foundation information presented in this book. CCNA Self-Study- Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND), Second Edition, is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco Systems(r) that includes simulation and hands-on training from authorized Cisco Learning Partners and self-study products from Cisco Press.Steve McQuerry, CCIE(r) No. 6108, is an instructor, technical writer, and internetworking consultant with more than 10 years of networking industry experience. He is a certified Cisco Systems instructor teaching routing and switching concepts to internetworking professionals worldwide.This volume is in the Certification Self-Study Series offered by Cisco Press(r). Books in this series provide officially developed training solutions to help networking professionals understand technology implementations and prepare for the Cisco Career Certifications examinations.

Synopsis

The only authorized Self-Study guide based on the new CCNA INTRO 640-811 exam from Cisco Systems. With the introduction in June 2003 of the CCNA 640-801 and ICND 640-811 exams, Cisco Systems also introduced the newest version of the Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND) course. CCNA Self-Study: Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND), Second Edition is a Cisco authorized learning tool that helps CCNA candidates prepare for the new CCNA exams. This book is the second edition of the best-selling title for early-stage CCNA preparation (1-57870-111-2), also from Steven McQuerry. It is designed in exclusive cooperation with Cisco Systems, and it is the only title authorized by Cisco for learning of the concepts in ICND. Coverage includes a review of the OSI model, routers and switches, Cisco IOS software, command line interface, WAN, and ISND and Frame Relay. The CCNA program certifies that a professional can install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks (100 nodes or fewer). It is considered one of the most valuable IT certifications, and it has been growing in popularity over the last several years.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cisco Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1587051427
• ISBN 13: 9781587051425
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 496