CCNA
The following
topics are general guidelines for the content
likely to be included on the CCNA exam. However,
other related topics may also appear on any
specific delivery of the exam.
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| Bridging/Switching | |
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Name and describe two switching methods. |
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Distinguish between cut-through and store-and-forward LAN switching. |
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Describe the operation of the Spanning Tree Protocol and its benefits. |
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Describe the benefits of virtual LANs. |
| OSI Reference Model & Layered Communications | |
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Describe data link and network addresses and identify key differences between them. |
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Define and describe the function of the MAC address. |
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List the key internetworking functions for the OSI Network layer. |
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Identify at least three reasons why the industry uses a layered model. |
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Describe the two parts of network addressing; then identify the parts in specific protocol address examples. |
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Define and explain the five conversion steps of data encapsulation. |
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Describe connection-oriented network service and connectionless network service, and identify their key differences. |
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Identify the parts in specific protocol address examples. |
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Describe the advantages of LAN segmentation. |
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Describe LAN segmentation using bridges. |
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Describe LAN segmentation using routers. |
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Describe LAN segmentation using switches. |
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Describe the benefits of network segmentation with bridges. |
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Describe the benefits of network segmentation with routers. |
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Describe the benefits of network segmentation with switches. |
| Network Protocols | |
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Describe the different classes of IP addresses (and subnetting). |
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Identify the functions of the TCP/IP network-layer protocol. |
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Identify the functions performed by ICMP. |
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Configure IP addresses. |
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Verify IP addresses. |
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List the required IPX address and encapsulation type. |
| Routing | |
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Define flow control and describe the three basic methods used in networking. |
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Add the RIP routing protocol to your configuration. |
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Add the IGRP routing protocol to your configuration. |
| WAN Protocols | |
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Recognize key Frame Relay terms and features. |
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List commands to configure Frame Relay LMIs, maps, and subinterfaces. |
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List commands to monitor Frame Relay operation in the router. |
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State a relevant use and context for ISDN networking. |
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Identify ISDN protocols, function groups, reference points, and channels. |
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Identify PPP operations to encapsulate WAN data on CISCO routers. |
| Network Management | |
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Configure standard access lists to figure IP traffic. |
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Configure extended access lists to filter IP traffic. |
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Monitor and verify selected access list operations on the router. |
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LAN Design |
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Describe full- and half-duplex Ethernet operation. |
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Describe network congestion problem in Ethernet networks. |
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Describe the features and benefits of Fast Ethernet. |
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Describe the guidelines and distance limitations of Fast Ethernet. |
| Cisco Basics, IOS & Network Basics | |
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Examine router elements. |
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Manage configuration files from the privilege EXEC mode. |
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Control router passwords, identification, and banner. |
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Identify the main CISCO IOS software commands for router startup. |
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Log in to a router in both user and privilege modes. |
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Check an initial configuration using the setup command. |
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Use the context-sensitive help facility. |
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Use the command history and editing features. |
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List the commands to load CISCO IOS software from: Flash memory, a TFTP server, or ROM. |
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Prepare to backup, upgrade, and load a backup CISCO IOS software image. |
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List problems that each routing type encounters when dealing with topology changes, and describe techniques to reduce the number of these problems. |
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Prepare the initial configuration of your router and enable IP. |
| Exam Spotlight |
| 640 - 821 CCNA Two Part Harmony | |
| Exam | # 640-821 Introduction to Cisco Technology (INTRO) |
| Reviewer's Rating | This new exam will test your knowledge of basic router configuration, cable type, IOS commands, the OSI model & subnetting |
| Test | 55 to 65 question, 60 minute time limit |
| Information | Cost Irs 2,500/- (US $ 65) candidates for CCNA must take in conjuction with #640-811 ICND exam |
| Who Should take this exam? | Those who want to learn to earn their CCNA in two attempt. |
| 640 - 811 CCNA Second Test | |
| Exam | # 640-811 Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices (ICND) |
| Reviewer's Rating | This new exam will test your knowledge of basic router troubleshooting, VLANs, IOS, commands, the OSI model & subnetting |
| Test | 55 to 65 question, 60 minute time limit |
| Information | Cost Irs 5,000/- (US $ 125) candidates for CCNA must take in conjuction with #640-821 INTRO exam |
| Who Should take this exam? | Current CCNA may use this exam to recertify. |
| Students can take Paper 811 & 821 or 801 |
| 640 - 801 NEW CCNA Exam | |
| Exam | CCNA Exam (CCNA # 640-801) |
| Reviewer's Rating | will test your knowledge of extending switched networks with VLANS, determining IP routes, managing IP traffic with access lists |
| Test | 55 to 65 question,(three simulation) 90 minutes time limit apx. score of 849 needed to pass |
| Information | Cost Irs 7,500/- (US $ 190) |
| Who Should take this exam? | Those who want to learn to earn their CCNA in one attempt (others can take the new two exam option) |
CCNA Study Material
CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate Study
Guide (3rd Edition)
by Todd Lammle