CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide and Network Simulator Library, Second Edition is a comprehensive review and hands-on practice package for the CCNA exam. This value-priced bundle combines the best-selling CCNA study guides with a powerful network simulator, providing you with the tools you need to master all the exam topics and develop real-world hands-on configuration and troubleshooting skills. The three products in this package present complete reviews and a more challenging and realistic preparation experience.
In the books, CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guides, Volumes 1 and 2, Second Editions, best-selling author and expert instructor Wendell Odom shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. This complete study package includes
- A test-preparation routine proven to help you pass the exam
- Do I Know This Already? quizzes, which enable you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section
- Chapter-ending Key Topic tables, which help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly
- The powerful Pearson Test Prep Practice Test software, complete with hundreds of exam-realistic questions, customization options, and detailed performance reports
- Links to a series of hands-on config labs developed by the author
- Online, interactive practice exercises that help you enhance your knowledge and hone your configuration skills
- More than 8 hours of video mentoring from the author
- An online, interactive Flash Cards application to help you drill on Key Terms by chapter
- A final preparation chapter, which guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your review and test-taking strategies
- Study plan suggestions and templates to help you organize and optimize your study time
CCNA 200-301 Network Simulator software enables you to practice your networking skills with more than 300 structured labs designed to help you learn by doing, the most effective method of learning. Experience realistic network device response as you perform each lab, which include detailed instructions, topology diagrams, critical-thinking questions, hints, and answers. Working through the labs, you will quickly become proficient with all the common Cisco IOS version 15 router and switch commands on the CCNA exam. Unlike other simulators on the market, the lab scenarios included in the CCNA 200-301 Network Simulator are far more complex, challenging you to learn how to perform real-world network configuration and troubleshooting tasks.
These official study guides help you master all the topics on the CCNA exam, including
- Networking fundamentals
- Implementing Ethernet LANs
- Implementing VLANs and STP
- IPv4 addressing and subnetting
- IPv4 routing
- Implementing OSPF
- IPv6 addressing, subnetting, and routing
- Wireless LANs
- IP access control lists
- Security services
- IP services
- Network architecture
- Network automation
Table of Contents:
CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 1, Second Edition
Introduction
Your Study Plan
Part I Introduction to Networking
Chapter 1 Introduction to TCP/IP Networking
Chapter 2 Fundamentals of Ethernet LANs
Chapter 3 Fundamentals of WANs and IP Routing
Part I Review
Part II Implementing Ethernet LANs
Chapter 4 Using the Command-Line Interface
Chapter 5 Analyzing Ethernet LAN Switching
Chapter 6 Configuring Basic Switch Management
Chapter 7 Configuring and Verifying Switch Interfaces
Part II Review
Part III Implementing VLANs and STP
Chapter 8 Implementing Ethernet Virtual LANs
Chapter 9 Spanning Tree Protocol Concepts
Chapter 10 RSTP and EtherChannel Configuration
Part III Review
Part IV IPv4 Addressing
Chapter 11 Perspectives on IPv4 Subnetting
Chapter 12 Analyzing Classful IPv4 Networks
Chapter 13 Analyzing Subnet Masks
Chapter 14 Analyzing Existing Subnets
Chapter 15 Subnet Design
Part IV Review
Part V IPv4 Routing
Chapter 16 Operating Cisco Routers
Chapter 17 Configuring IPv4 Addresses and Static Routes
Chapter 18 IP Routing in the LAN
Chapter 19 IP Addressing on Hosts
Chapter 20 Troubleshooting IPv4 Routing
Part V Review
Part VI OSPF
Chapter 21 Understanding OSPF Concepts
Chapter 22 Implementing Basic OSPF Features
Chapter 23 Implementing Optional OSPF Features
Chapter 24 OSPF Neighbors and Route Selection
Part VI Review
Part VII IP Version 6
Chapter 25 Fundamentals of IP Version 6
Chapter 26 IPv6 Addressing and Subnetting
Chapter 27 Implementing IPv6 Addressing on Routers
Chapter 28 Implementing IPv6 Addressing on Hosts
Chapter 29 Implementing IPv6 Routing
Part VII Review
Part VIII Exam Updates
Chapter 30 CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 1, Second Edition Exam Updates
Part IX Appendixes
Appendix A Numeric Reference Tables
Appendix B Exam Topics Cross-Reference
Appendix C Answers to the “Do I Know This Already?” Quizzes
Glossary
Online Appendixes
Appendix D Practice for Chapter 12: Analyzing Classful IPv4 Networks
Appendix E Practice for Chapter 13: Analyzing Subnet Masks
Appendix F Practice for Chapter 14: Analyzing Existing Subnets
Appendix G Practice for Chapter 15: Subnet Design
Appendix H Practice for Chapter 25: Fundamentals of IP Version 6
Appendix I Practice for Chapter 27: Implementing IPv6 Addressing on Routers
Appendix J Study Planner
Appendix K Topics from Previous Editions
Appendix L LAN Troubleshooting
Appendix M Variable-Length Subnet Masks
CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 2, Second Edition
Introduction
Part I Wireless LANs
Chapter 1 Fundamentals of Wireless Networks
Chapter 2 Analyzing Cisco Wireless Architectures
Chapter 3 Securing Wireless Networks
Chapter 4 Building a Wireless LAN
Part I Review
Part II IP Access Control Lists
Chapter 5 Introduction to TCP/IP Transport and Applications
Chapter 6 Basic IPv4 Access Control Lists
Chapter 7 Named and Extended IP ACLs
Chapter 8 Applied IP ACLs
Part II Review
Part III Security Services
Chapter 9 Security Architectures
Chapter 10 Securing Network Devices
Chapter 11 Implementing Switch Port Security
Chapter 12 DHCP Snooping and ARP Inspection
Part III Review
Part IV IP Services
Chapter 13 Device Management Protocols
Chapter 14 Network Address Translation
Chapter 15 Quality of Service (QoS)
Chapter 16 First Hop Redundancy Protocols
Chapter 17 SNMP, FTP, and TFTP
Part IV Review
Part V Network Architecture
Chapter 18 LAN Architecture
Chapter 19 WAN Architecture
Chapter 20 Cloud Architecture
Part V Review
Part VI Network Automation
Chapter 21 Introduction to Controller-Based Networking
Chapter 22 Cisco Software-Defined Access (Cisco SD-Access)
Chapter 23 Understanding REST and JSON
Chapter 24 Understanding Ansible and Terraform
Part VI Review
Part VII Exam Updates and Final Review
Chapter 25 CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 2, Second Edition, Exam Updates
Chapter 26 Final Review
Part VIII Print Appendixes
Appendix A Numeric Reference Tables
Appendix B Exam Topics Cross-Reference
Appendix C Answers to the “Do I Know This Already?” Quizzes
Glossary
Online Appendixes
Appendix D Topics from Previous Editions
Appendix E Practice for Chapter 6: Basic IPv4 Access Control Lists
Appendix F Study Planner
Glossary
About the Author :
Wendell Odom, CCIE No. 1624 Emeritus, has produced some of the most important networking books in the world. His past titles include books on the entry-level certification (CCNA), the more advanced CCNP, and the industry-renowned CCIE. His books are known for their technical depth and accuracy. Wendell has worked as a network engineer, consultant, instructor, course developer, and book author, and he has produced videos, software, and blogs related to Cisco certifications. His website, with links to various study tools and resources, is at www.certskills.com.
Sean Wilkins (@Sean_R_Wilkins) is an accomplished networking consultant and writer for infoDispersion who has been in the IT field for more than 25 years, working with several large enterprises. Sean holds certifications from many different vendors including Cisco, Microsoft, and CompTIA. His educational accomplishments include: a Master's of Science in Information Technology with a focus in Network Architecture and Design, a Master's of Science in Organizational Management, a Master's Certificate in Network Security, and a Bachelors of Science in Computer Networking.
