CCNA Certification Library (CCNA Self-Study): Preparation Library

The official self-study test preparation package for the Cisco CCNA 640-801, ICND 640-811, and INTRO 640-821 exams

These study guides help you master all the topics on the CCNA exam, including

• TCP/IP and OSI networking models
• Operating Cisco® routers and LAN switches
• IP addressing and subnetting
• Discovering information about an IP network
• Analog modems, PAP/CHAP, DSL, and cable
• Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), VLANs, and trunking
• RIP, IGRP, EIGRP, OSPF, and static route concepts and configuration
• Variable-length subnet masking (VLSM) support and route summarization
• Classless Interdomain Routing (CIDR) and Network Address Translation (NAT)
• Point-to-point leased line implementation
• ISDN and Dial-on-Demand Routing (DDR)
• Frame Relay configuration
• IP Access Control List (ACL) security

CCNA Certification Library is a comprehensive review and practice package for the CCNA exam. Whether you choose to take the  two-exam track or the single, unified CCNA exam, you will find all the tools you need to fully prepare you for CCNA certification. The two books contained in this package, CCNA INTRO Exam Certification Guide and CCNA ICND Exam Certification Guide, present complete reviews and ample opportunity to test your knowledge of CCNA exam topics. Senior instructor and best-selling author Wendell Odom shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas requiring further study and improve both your conceptual and hands-on knowledge. This new edition is organized in a modular fashion, segmenting larger chapters into smaller, more easily digestible components. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics.

CCNA INTRO Exam Certification Guide and CCNA ICND Exam Certification Guide present you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. “Do I Know This Already?” quizzes open each chapter and allow you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section. Exam topic lists and Foundation Summary tables make referencing easy and give you a quick refresher whenever you need it. Challenging chapter-ending review questions help you assess your knowledge and reinforce key concepts. Scenario-based exercises help you think about exam objectives in real-world situations, thus increasing recall during exam time.

The companion CD-ROMs contain a powerful new testing engine that allows you to focus on individual topic areas or take complete, timed exams from INTRO, ICND, or unified CCNA test banks. The assessment engine also tracks your performance and provides feedback on a module-by-module basis, presenting question-by-question remediation to the text and laying out a complete study plan for review. The CD-ROMs also include a wealth of hands-on practice exercises and a copy of the Boson NetSim™ for CCNA, Learning Edition, network simulation software that allows you to practice your hands-on skills in a virtual lab environment. Up-to-date study materials, the latest exam hints, and test engine updates can be found at the supporting website for each book.

Well-regarded for their level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, these books help you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the CCNA exam the first time. And to help you on the road to your CCNA certification, this package also includes a $10US voucher, valid worldwide, good for any of the new CCNA exams.

CCNA Certification Library is part of a recommended study program from Cisco Systems® that includes simulation and hands-on training from authorized Cisco Learning Partners and self-study products from Cisco Press. To find out more about instructor-led, e-learning, and hands-on instruction offered by authorized Cisco learning Partners worldwide, please visit www.cisco.com/go/authorizedtraining.

Companion CD-ROM

The two CD-ROMs contain over 500 practice questions for the ICND, INTRO, and CCNA exams, including simulation-based questions. Also contains hands-on exercises and a copy of the NetSim for CCNA LE network simulation software.

CD-ROM test engine powered by www.boson.com. Boson Software is a Cisco Learning Partner.

This volume is part of the Exam Certification Guide Series from Cisco Press®. Books in this series provide officially developed exam preparation materials that offer assessment, review, and practice to help Cisco Career Certification candidates identify weaknesses, concentrate their study efforts, and enhance their confidence as exam day nears.

Wendell Odom, CCIE® No. 1624, is a senior instructor with Skyline Computer, where he teaches courses on QoS, CCNA, and CCIE lab preparation. He has worked in the networking arena for 20 years, with jobs in pre- and post-sales technical consulting, teaching, and course development. .