Market_Desc: The ideal reader is somebody preparing for a CCNA certification. Cisco expects CCNAs to have a working knowledge of how networks operate, and can install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks (100 nodes or fewer), including but not limited to use of these protocols: IP, IGRP, Serial, Frame Relay, IP RIP, VLANs, RIP, Ethernet, Access Lists. Special Features: · Written by leading authority Todd Lammle, author, speaker and trainer, Lammle has been chosen Best Study Guide author 3 out of 4 years by CertCities.com readers.· Updated content to reflect changes to the exam. New Edition will contain updated discussion of topics added to the CCNA exam, including in-depth coverage Switching, Network Address Translation, and OSPF.· Enhanced CD contains over an hour of video instruction from author, as well as 30 minutes of audio, in addition to the Sybex Study Guide Test Engine and Flashcards. · Huge Growth Potential - over 700,000 individuals have achieved a Cisco certification, with CCNA by far those popular of Cisco's certification track. Over 100,000 achieve a Cisco certification a year.· Prestigious Certification--Considered the most respected entry-level certification. CCNAs on average earn $65,000 a year.· Built-In Audience--According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, general networking/system administration jobs are expected to increase by nearly 82% by 2010. About The Book: Cisco dominates the internetworking hardware market with a more than 80% share of the routers used on the Internet. The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification is the first-tier certification and by far its most popular. Cisco continues to add new questions to the item pool, thus making it even more necessary for courseware providers to keep their content up to date. This 6th edition provides in-depth coverage of every exam objectives, plus updates that reflect technology developments over the past year. It addition, it offers expanded coverage on key topics reflected in the current version of the exam. Finally, the enhanced CD contains over an hour of useful video and audio files, as well as the Sybex Test Engine, Flahscards, and entire book in PDF format.

Here's the book you need to prepare for Cisco's CCNA exam, 640-801. This Study Guide was developed to meet the exacting requirements of today's Cisco certification candidates. In addition to the engaging and accessible instructional approach that has earned author Todd Lammle the "Best Study Guide Author" award in CertCities Readers' Choice Awards for two consecutive years, this updated fifth edition provides: In-depth coverage of every CCNA exam objective Expanded IP addressing and subnetting coverage More detailed information on EIGRP and OSPF Leading-edge exam preparation software Authoritative coverage of all exam objectives, including: Network planning & designing Implementation & operation LAN and WAN troubleshooting Communications technology

Completely Revised for the New 2007 Version of the CCNA Exam (#640-802) Cisco networking authority Todd Lammle has completely updated this new edition to cover all of the exam objectives for the latest version of the CCNA exam. Todd’s straightforward style provides lively examples, easy-to-understand analogies, and real-world scenarios that will not only help you prepare for the exam, but also give you a solid foundation as a Cisco networking professional. Packed with updated topics that have been added to the 2007 version of the CCNA exam, this updated study guide features expanded coverage of key topic areas plus new material on switching, network address translation, and OSPF. Inside, find the complete instruction you need, including: Full coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you’re getting the instruction you need for the exam Practical hands-on exercises and labs to reinforce critical skills, Real-world scenarios that put what you’ve learned in the context of actual job roles Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day Exam Essentials, a key feature in each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking the exam CD-ROM Includes: Chapter Review Questions Four Full-Length Practice Exams 200 Electronic Flashcards Audio and Video Instruction from Todd Lammle Full book in searchable PDF format Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

Completely Revised for the New 2007 Version of the CCNA Exam (#640-802) Cisco networking authority Todd Lammle has completely updated this new edition to cover all of the exam objectives for the latest version of the CCNA exam. Todd’s straightforward style provides lively examples, easy-to-understand analogies, and real-world scenarios that will not only help you prepare for the exam, but also give you a solid foundation as a Cisco networking professional. Packed with updated topics that have been added to the 2007 version of the CCNA exam, this updated study guide features expanded coverage of key topic areas plus new material on switching, network address translation, and OSPF. Inside, find the complete instruction you need, including: Full coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you’re getting the instruction you need for the exam Practical hands-on exercises and labs to reinforce critical skills, Real-world scenarios that put what you’ve learned in the context of actual job roles Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day Exam Essentials, a key feature in each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking the exam CD-ROM Includes: Chapter Review Questions Eight Full-Length Practice Exams Over 400 Electronic Flashcards Audio and Video Instruction from Todd Lammle Full book in searchable PDF format Bonus CD-ROM Includes Platinum Version of CCNA Virtual Lab Learn from lab exercises created by Todd Lammle Access configuration consoles for network devices, including 2600 series Cisco routers and 1900 or 2950 series Cisco switches. Get practice with the Cisco IOS commands you'll need to know for the exam Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

Learn from the Best - Cisco Networking Authority Todd Lammle Written by Cisco networking authority Todd Lammle, this comprehensive guide has been completely updated to reflect the latest CCNA 640-802 exam. Todd’s straightforward style provides lively examples, hands on and written labs, easy-to-understand analogies, and real-world scenarios that will not only help you prepare for the exam, but also give you a solid foundation as a Cisco networking professional. This Study Guide teaches you how to Describe how a network works Configure, verify and troubleshoot a switch with VLANs and interswitch communications Implement an IP addressing scheme and IP Services to meet network requirements in a medium-size Enterprise branch office network. Configure, verify, and troubleshoot basic router operation and routing on Cisco devices Explain and select the appropriate administrative tasks required for a WLAN Identify security threats to a network and describe general methods to mitigate those threats Implement, verify, and troubleshoot NAT and ACLs in a medium-size Enterprise branch office network. Implement and verify WAN links On the CD-ROM: Chapter Review Questions Full-Length Practice Exams Electronic Flashcards · Exclusive CD-only bonus material, including the CCNA Simulation Exam Practice Guide All new Audio and Video Instruction from Todd Lammle Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

Organized by exam objectives, this is a focused, concise review guide that works hand-in-hand with any learning tool, including the Sybex CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate Study Guide, 6th and Deluxe editions. The book will consist of four high-level chapters, each mapping to the four main Domains of the exam skill-set. The book will drill down into the specifics of the exam, covering the following: Designing Cisco internetworks Developing an access list Evaluating TCP/IP communication Configuring routers and switches Configuring IP addresses, subnet masks, and gateway addresses Performing LAN, VLAN, and WAN troubleshooting Understanding rules for packet control The interactive CD contains two bonus exams, handy flashcard questions, and a searchable PDF of a Glossary of Terms.

Three exams, two certifications, one complete Cisco training solution for networking professionals! The CCNA exam is an entry-level IT certification from Cisco Systems for professionals installing and maintaining route and switched networks. The current exam material covers networking concepts along with new and updated content on network security fundamentals and the basics of wireless networking. This book can be used as a study guide for either track you choose to receive your CCNA – the single exam, 640-802 or the combined 640-822 and 640-816, and for the CCENT certification which a student will receive upon completion of the 640-822 exam. The author team has arranged the content so that you can easily identify the objectives for each half of the combined exam. Layout of the guide parallels the CCNA/CCENT exam objectives for ease of study Details all aspects of the exams including security and wireless networking essentials Covers everything from introductory to advanced topics—keeping the beginner and intermediate IT professional in mind Chapter ending questions and answers allow for graduated learning Two practice exams on the accompanying DVD help eliminate test-day jitters