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Why Become a CCENT and CCNA R/S? Cisco, like Microsoft and other vendors that provide certification, has created the certification process to give administrators a set of skills and to equip prospective employers with a way to measure those skills or match certain criteria. And as you probably know, becoming a CCNA R/S is certainly the initial, key step on a successful journey toward a new, highly rewarding, and sustainable networking career. The CCNA program was created to provide a solid introduction not only to the Cisco Internetwork Operating System (IOS) and Cisco hardware but also to internetworking in general, making it helpful to you in areas that are not exclusively Cisco's. And regarding today's certification process, it's not unrealistic that network managers—even those without Cisco equipment—require Cisco certifications for their job applicants. Rest assured that if you make it through the CCNA and are still interested in Cisco and internetworking, you're headed down a path to certain success!
What Skills Do You Need to Become a CCNA R/S? This ICND1 exam (100-105) tests a candidate for the knowledge and skills required to successfully install, operate, and troubleshoot a small branch office network. The exam includes questions on the operation of IP data networks, LAN switching technologies, IPv6, IP routing technologies, IP services, network device security, and basic troubleshooting. The ICND2 exam (exam 200-105) tests a candidate for the knowledge and skills required to successfully install, operate, and troubleshoot a small- to medium-size enterprise branch network. The exam includes questions on LAN switching technologies, IP routing technologies, security, troubleshooting, and WAN technologies.
If you want to go straight for our CCNA R/S and take only one exam, all you have to do is pass the CCNA Composite exam (200-125). Oh, but don't you wish it were that easy? True, it's just one test, but it's a whopper, and to pass it you must possess enough knowledge to understand what the test writers are saying, and you need to know everything I mentioned previously, in the sections on the ICND1 and ICND2 exams! Hey, it's hard, but it can be done! What does the CCNA Composite exam (200-125) cover? Pretty much the same topics covered in the ICND1 and ICND2 exams. Candidates can prepare for this exam by taking the Todd Lammle authorized Cisco boot camps. 200-125 tests a candidate's knowledge and skills required to install, operate, and troubleshoot a small- to medium-size enterprise branch network. While you can take the Composite exam to get your CCNA, it's good to know that Cisco offers the two-step process I discussed earlier in this Introduction. And this book covers both those exams too! It may be easier than taking that one ginormous exam for you, but don't think the two-test method is easy. It takes work! However, it can be done; you just need to stick with your studies. The two-test method involves passing the following: Exam 100-105: Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1 (ICND1) Exam 200-105: Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 2 (ICND2) I can't stress this point enough: It's critical that you have some hands-on experience with Cisco routers. If you can get a hold of some basic routers and switches, you're set, but if you can't, I've worked hard to provide hundreds of configuration examples throughout this book to help network administrators, or people who want to become network administrators, learn the skills they need to pass the CCENT and CCNA
R/S exams. For Cisco certification hands-on training with CCSI Todd Lammle, please see: www.lammle.com/ccna . Each student will get hands-on experience by configuring at least three routers and two switches.no sharing of equipment!
What Does This Book Cover? This book covers everything you need to know to pass the ICND1 (100- 105) and ICND2 (200-105) exams, as well as the CCNA Composite (200- 125) exam. But regardless of which path you choose, as I've said, taking plenty of time to study and practice with routers or a router simulator is the real key to success. You will learn the following information in this book:
In Chapter 1, you will learn the basics of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model the way Cisco wants you to learn it. There are written labs and plenty of review questions to help you. Do not even think of skipping the fundamental written labs in this chapter!
chapter will provide you with the Ethernet foundation you need in order to pass both the CCENT and CCNA exams. Data encapsulation is discussed in detail in this chapter as well. And as with the other chapters, this chapter includes written labs and review questions to help you.
the background necessary for success on the exam, as well as in the real world with a thorough presentation of TCP/IP. This in-depth chapter covers the very beginnings of the Internet Protocol stack and goes all the way to IP addressing and understanding the difference between a network address and a broadcast address before finally ending with network troubleshooting.
network in your head after reading this chapter if you really want to! And you'll find plenty of help in this chapter as long as you don't skip the written labs and review questions at the end. Chapter 5: VLSMs, Summarization, and Troubleshooting TCP/IP Here, you'll find out all about variable length subnet masks (VLSMs) and how to design a network using VLSMs. This chapter will finish with summarization techniques and configurations. As with Chapter 4, plenty of help is there for you if you don't skip the written lab and review questions.
Chapter 6: Cisco's Internetworking Operating System (IOS) This chapter introduces you to the Cisco Internetworking Operating System (IOS) and command-line interface (CLI). In this chapter you'll learn how to turn on a router and configure the basics of the IOS, including setting passwords, banners, and more. Hands-on labs will help you gain a firm grasp of the concepts taught in the chapter. Before you go through the hands-on labs, be sure to complete the written lab and review questions. Chapter 7: Managing a Cisco Internetwork This chapter provides you with the management skills needed to run a Cisco IOS network. Backing up and restoring the IOS, as well as router configuration, are covered, as are the troubleshooting tools necessary to keep a network up and running. As always, before tackling the hands-on labs in this chapter, complete the written labs and review questions. Chapter 8: Managing Cisco Devices This chapter describes the boot process of Cisco routers, the configuration register, and how to manage Cisco IOS files. The chapter finishes with a section on Cisco's new licensing strategy for IOS. Hands-on and written labs, along with review questions, will help you build a strong foundation for the objectives covered in this chapter. Chapter 9: IP Routing This is a fun chapter because we will begin to build our network, add IP addresses, and route data between routers. You will also learn about static, default, and dynamic routing using RIP and RIPv2. Hands-on labs, a written lab, and the review questions will help you fully nail down IP routing.
background you need on layer 2 switching, how switches perform address learning and make forwarding and filtering decisions. In addition, switch port security with MAC addresses is covered in detail. As always, go through the hands-on labs, written lab, and review questions to make sure you've really got layer 2 switching down! Chapter 11: VLANs and Inter-VLAN Routing Here I cover virtual VLANs and how to use them in your internetwork. This chapter covers the nitty-gritty of VLANs and the different concepts and protocols used with VLANs. I'll also guide you through troubleshooting techniques in this all-important chapter. The hands-on labs, written lab, and review
questions are there to reinforce the VLAN material. Chapter 12: Security This chapter covers security and access lists, which are created on routers to filter the network. IP standard, extended, and named access lists are covered in detail. Written and hands-on labs, along with review questions, will help you study for the security and access-list portion of the Cisco exams.
information, commands, troubleshooting, and detailed hands-on labs will help you nail the NAT CCENT objectives.
chapter chock-full of some great information. IPv6 is not the big, bad scary creature that most people think it is, and it's a really important objective on the latest exam, so study this chapter carefully—don't just skim it. And make sure you hit those hands-on labs hard!
first chapter of Part 2 of this book, which maps to the ICND2 exam. This chapter will start off with STP protocols and dive into the fundamentals, covering the modes, as well as the various flavors of STP. VLANs, trunks, and troubleshooting are covered as well. EtherChannel technologies, configuration, and verification are also covered. There are hands-on labs, a written lab, and plenty of review questions to help you. Do not even think of skipping the fundamental written and hands-on labs in this chapter!
Cisco routers, the configuration register, and how to manage Cisco IOS files. The chapter finishes with a section on Cisco's new licensing strategy for its IOS. Hands-on and written labs, along with review questions, will help you build a strong foundation for the objectives covered in this chapterhow to mitigate threats at the access layer using various security techniques. AAA with RADIUIS and TACACS+, SNMP and HSRP are also covered in this chapter. Don't skip the hands-on labs that are included, as well as a written lab and review questions at the end of the chapter.
(CCENT) chapters, so this is a full chapter on nothing but EIGRP and EIGRPv6. There are lots of examples, including configuration,
verification, and troubleshooting labs, with both IP and with IPv6. Great hands-on labs are included, as well as a written lab and review questions. Chapter 18: Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) Chapter 9 dives into more complex dynamic routing by covering OSPF routing. The written lab, hands-on labs, and review questions will help you master this vital routing protocol. Chapter 19: Multi-Area OSPF The ICND1 (CCENT) portion of this book had a large chapter on OSPF, so before reading this chapter, be sure you have the CCENT objectives down pat with a strong OSPF foundation. This chapter will take off where that ICND1 chapter left off and add multi-area networks along with advanced configurations and then finish with OSPv3. Hands-on labs, a written lab, and challenging review questions await you at the end of the chapter.
this is the most important chapter in the book, but that's hard to say. You can decide that yourself when you take the exam! Be sure to go through all the troubleshooting steps for IP, IPv6, and VLANs. The hands-on labs for this chapter will be included in the free bonus material and dynamic labs that I'll write and change as needed. Don't skip the written lab and review questions.
chapter in the book. It covers multiple protocols in depth, especially HDLC, PPP, and Frame Relay, along with a discussion on many other technologies. Good troubleshooting examples are provided in the PPP and Frame Relay configuration sections, and these cannot be skipped! Hands-on labs meant to focus squarely on the objectives are included at the end of the chapter, as well as a written lab and challenging review questions. Chapter 22: Evolution of Intelligent Networks I saved the hardest chapter for last. What makes this chapter challenging is that there is no configuration section to you really need to dive deep into the cloud, APIC- EM and QoS sections with an open and ready mind. I stuck as close to the objectives as possible in order to help you ace the exam. The written lab and review questions are spot on for the objectives. Appendix A: Answers to Written Labs This appendix contains the answers to the book's written labs. Appendix B: Answers to Chapter Review Questions This appendix provides the answers to the end-of-chapter review questions. Appendix C: Disabling and Configuring Network Services Appendix C takes a look at the basic services you should disable on your routers to make your network less of a target for denial of service (DoS) attacks and break-in attempts. Be sure to check the announcements section of my forum to find out how to download bonus material I created specifically for this book.
I have worked hard to provide some really great tools to help you with your certification process. All of the following tools, most of them available at www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep , should be loaded on your workstation when you're studying for the test. As a fantastic bonus, I was able to add to the download link a preview section from my CCNA video series! Please understand that these are not the full versions, but they're still a great value for you included free with this book. Test Preparation Software The test preparation software prepares you to pass the ICND1 and ICND2 exams and the CCNA R/S Composite exam. You'll find all the review and assessment questions from the book plus additional practice exam questions that appear exclusively from the downloadable study tools.
flashcards specifically written to hit you hard, so don't get discouraged if you don't ace your way through them at first! They're there to ensure that you're really ready for the exam. And no worries—armed with the review questions, practice exams, and flashcards, you'll be more than prepared when exam day comes! Glossary A complete glossary of CCENT, ICND2, CCNA R/S and Cisco routing terms is available at www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep .
announcement section of my forum at www.lammle.com/ccna for directions on how to download all the latest bonus material created specifically to help you study for your ICND1, ICND2, and CCNA R/S exams.
Todd Lammle Videos I have created a full CCNA series of videos that can be purchased at www.lammle.com/ccna
If you want a solid foundation for the serious effort of preparing for the Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices Part 1 and 2 exams, or the CCNA R/S Composite exam, then look no further. I've spent hundreds of hours putting together this book with the sole intention of helping you to pass the Cisco exams, as well as really learn how to correctly configure Cisco routers and switches! This book is loaded with valuable information, and you will get the most out of your study time if you understand why the book is organized the way it is. So to maximize your benefit from this book, I recommend the following study method: 1. Take the assessment test that's provided at the end of this introduction. (The answers are at the end of the test.) It's okay if you don't know any of the answers; that's why you bought this book! Carefully read over the explanations for any questions you get wrong and note the chapters in which the material relevant to them is covered. This information should help you plan your study strategy. 2. Study each chapter carefully, making sure you fully understand the information and the test objectives listed at the beginning of each one. Pay extra-close attention to any chapter that includes material covered in questions you missed. 3. Complete the written labs at the end of each chapter. (Answers to these appear in Appendix A.) Do not skip these written exercises because they directly relate to the Cisco exams and what you must glean from the chapters in which they appear. Do not just skim these labs! Make sure you completely understand the reason for each correct answer. 4. Complete all hands-on labs in each chapter, referring to the text of the chapter so that you understand the reason for each step you take. Try to get your hands on some real equipment, but if you don't have Cisco equipment available, try the LammleSim IOS version, which you can use for the hands-on labs found only in this book. These labs will equip you with everything you need for all your Cisco certification goals. 5. Answer all of the review questions related to each chapter. (The answers appear in Appendix B.) Note the questions that confuse you, and study the topics they cover again until the concepts are crystal clear. And again—do not just skim these questions! Make sure you fully comprehend the reason for each correct answer. Remember that these will not be the exact questions you will find on the exam, but they're written to help you understand the chapter material and ultimately pass the exam! 6. Try your hand at the practice questions that are exclusive to this book. The questions can be found only at www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep . And be sure to check out www.lammle.com/ccna for the most up-to- date Cisco exam prep questions, videos, Todd Lammle boot camps, and more. 7. Test yourself using all the flashcards, which are also found on the download link. These are brand-new and updated flashcards to help you prepare for the CCNA R/S exam and a wonderful study tool! To learn every bit of the material covered in this book, you'll have to apply yourself regularly, and with discipline. Try to set aside the same time period every day to study, and select a comfortable and quiet place to do so. I'm confident that if you work hard, you'll be surprised at how quickly you learn this material! If you follow these steps and really study—doing hands-on labs every
the Todd Lammle video sections, and the electronic flashcards, as well as all the written labs—it would actually be hard to fail the Cisco exams. But understand that studying for the Cisco exams is a lot like getting in shape —if you do not go to the gym every day, it's not going to happen!
You may take the ICND1, ICND2, or CCNA R/S Composite or any Cisco exam at any of the Pearson VUE authorized testing centers. For information, check www.vue.com or call 877-404-EXAM (3926). To register for a Cisco exam, follow these steps: 1. Determine the number of the exam you want to take. (The ICND1 exam number is 100-105, ICND2 is 100-205, and CCNA R/S Composite is 200-125.) 2. Register with the nearest Pearson VUE testing center. At this point, you will be asked to pay in advance for the exam. At the time of this writing, the ICND1 and ICND2 exams are $150, and the CCNA R/S Composite exam is $250. The exams must be taken within one year of payment. You can schedule exams up to six weeks in advance or as late as the day you want to take it—but if you fail a Cisco exam, you must wait five days before you will be allowed to retake it. If something comes up and you need to cancel or reschedule your exam appointment, contact Pearson VUE at least 24 hours in advance. 3. When you schedule the exam, you'll get instructions regarding all appointment and cancellation procedures, the ID requirements, and information about the testing-center location.
The Cisco exams contain about 40-50 questions and must be completed in about 90 minutes or less. This information can change per exam. You must get a score of about 85 percent to pass this exam, but again, each exam can be different. Many questions on the exam have answer choices that at first glance look identical—especially the syntax questions! So remember to read through the choices carefully because close just doesn't cut it. If you get commands in the wrong order or forget one measly character, you'll get the question wrong. So, to practice, do the hands-on exercises at the end of this book's chapters over and over again until they feel natural to you. Also, never forget that the right answer is the Cisco answer. In many cases, more than one appropriate answer is presented, but the correct answer is the one that Cisco recommends. On the exam, you will always be told to pick one, two, or three options, never "choose all that apply."
The Cisco exam may include the following test formats: Multiple-choice single answer Multiple-choice multiple answer Drag-and-drop Router simulations Cisco proctored exams will not show the steps to follow in completing a router interface configuration, but they do allow partial command responses. For example, show run, sho running , or
sh running-config would be acceptable. Here are some general tips for exam success: Arrive early at the exam center so you can relax and review your study materials. Read the questions carefully. Don't jump to conclusions. Make sure you're clear about exactly what each question asks. "Read twice, answer once," is what I always tell my students. When answering multiple-choice questions that you're not sure about, use the process of elimination to get rid of the obviously incorrect answers first. Doing this greatly improves your odds if you need to make an educated guess. You can no longer move forward and backward through the Cisco exams, so doublecheck your answer before clicking Next since you can't change your mind. After you complete an exam, you'll get immediate, online notification of your pass or fail status, a printed examination score report that indicates your pass or fail status, and your exam results by section. (The test administrator will give you the printed score report.) Test scores are automatically forwarded to Cisco within five working days after you take the test, so you don't need to send your score to them. If you pass the exam, you'll receive confirmation from Cisco, typically within two to four weeks, sometimes a bit longer.
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