CCNA 200-301 Hands-on Mastery with Packet Tracer

The CCNA 200-301 exam will challenge you to focus not only on the theory of a technology but the ability to demonstrate mastery of configuration, verification, and troubleshooting.
 
In CCNA 200-301 Hands-on Mastery with Packet Tracer, you will be guided through the required configuration, verification, and troubleshooting steps for every technology needed for the latest CCNA exam topics. Each section and chapter concludes with a practical lab that will challenge you to perform the hands-on tasks you must know in a manner very similar to the actual exam.
 
The many Packet Tracer labs included with this text are all graded simulations, allowing you to receive instant feedback regarding your mastery of the configurations. This text will allow you to learn the best practices used by seasoned engineers when configuring, verifying, and troubleshooting the many technologies called out in the latest exam topic list. Upon completing this text and the accompanying labs, you can approach the CCNA exam with great confidence and a strong desire to attack the hands-on simulations you will face in the actual exam.
 
Each chapter also provides practice questions and concise overviews of the theory behind the technologies, helping you review key exam topics and setting the context for the labs. This combination of succinct topic overviews, practice questions, and hands-on labs presents a complete test preparation package that ensures you are fully prepared for exam success.
 
Exam preparation features include:
 

• Access guidance for acquiring the very latest Cisco Packet Tracer network simulator
• Learn to build realistic Packet Tracer labs
• Learn valuable customizations to the Packet Tracer lab environment
• Practice critical configuration and verification tasks in topic-based, expert-guided, and graded practice labs
• Test your configuration and verification skills in challenging graded Chapter Review labs
• Gain confidence in all configuration and verification tasks possible for the latest CCNA exam topics
• Reinforce key conceptual content also required for success in the latest CCNA exam

Table des matières

    Introduction xxii
Part I Packet Tracer Fundamentals 1
Chapter 1 Introducing Packet Tracer 3
    Accessing and Installing Cisco Packet Tracer 4
    Exploring Packet Tracer 9
    Chapter Review 13
Chapter 2 Building Your First Simulation 15
    Building the Lab Topology 15
    Lab 2.1: Building a Sample Lab 16
    Configuring and Verifying IP Reachability 19
    Lab 2.2: Configuring IP Reachability 19
    Chapter Review 22
Chapter 3 Customizing Packet Tracer 23
    Customizing Packet Tracer 23
    Lab 3.1: Customizing Packet Tracer 23
    Customizing Your First Simulation 27
    Lab 3.2: Customizing Your First Simulation 27
    Chapter Review 30
Part II Network Fundamentals 31
Chapter 4 Cisco IOS Basics 33
    Chapter Pretest 34
    Answers 34
    The Cisco IOS CLI 35
    Lab 4.1: The Cisco IOS CLI 37
    Configuring Cisco IOS 40
    Lab 4.2: Configuring Cisco IOS 42
    Lab 4.3: Chapter Review 44
    Review Questions 45
    Answers to Review Questions 46
Chapter 5 Physical Interfaces and Cabling Types 47
    Chapter Pretest 48
    Answers 48
    Single-Mode Fiber, Multimode Fiber, and Copper 49
    Troubleshoot Interface and Cable Issues (Collisions, Errors, Duplex, Speed) 52
    Lab 5.1: Working with Interfaces and Cable Types 56
    Lab 5.2: Chapter Review 57
    Review Questions 58
    Answers to Review Questions 60
Chapter 6 Configure and Verify IPv4 Addressing and Subnetting 61
    Chapter Pretest 62
Answers 63
    Configure, Verify, and Troubleshoot IPv4 Addressing and Subnetting 64
    Lab 6.1: IPv4 Address Configuration and Verification 68
    Compare and Contrast IPv4 Address Types 71
    Lab 6.2: IPv4 Address Types 72
    Describe the Need for Private IPv4 Addressing 74
    Verify IP Parameters for Client OS (Windows, macOS, Linux) 76
    Lab 6.3: Verify IPv4 on a Client OS 77
    Lab 6.4: Chapter Review 79
    Review Questions 80
    Answers to Review Questions 81
Chapter 7 Configure IPv6 83
    Chapter Pretest 84
    Answers 85
    Compare and Contrast IPv6 Address Types 85
    Configure, Verify, and Troubleshoot IPv6 Addressing 89
    Lab 7.1: IPv6 Address Configuration and Verification 90
    Lab 7.2: IPv6 EUI-64 Address Configuration and Verification 92
    Verify IPv6 Parameters for the Client OS (Windows, macOS, Linux) 95
    Lab 7.3: IPv6 on a Client OS 96
    Topic Quiz 97
    Topic Quiz Answers 97
    Lab 7.4: Chapter Review 97
    Review Questions 98
    Answers to Review Questions 99
Chapter 8 Describe Wireless Principles 101
    Chapter Pretest 101
    Answers 102
    Wireless Principles 102
    Lab 8.1: Chapter Review 104
    Review Questions 104
    Answers to Review Questions 105
Chapter 9 Configure Switching Basics 107
    Chapter Pretest 108
    Answers 108
    Describe Switching Concepts 109
    Interpret Ethernet Frame Format 113
    Lab 9.1: Chapter Review 114
    Review Questions 115
    Answers to Review Questions 116
Part III Network Access 117
Chapter 10 Configure and Verify VLANs and Interswitch Connectivity 119
    Chapter Pretest 120
    Answers 120
    Configure, Verify, and Troubleshoot VLANs (Normal Range) Spanning Multiple Switches 121
    Lab 10.1: Configuring VLANs 125
    Configure, Verify, and Troubleshoot Interswitch Connectivity 128
    Lab 10.2: Configuring Interswitch Connectivity 130
    Configure, Verify, and Troubleshoot (Layer 2/Layer 3) EtherChannel 132
    Lab 10.3: Configuring EtherChannel 137
    Lab 10.4: Chapter Review 139
    Review Questions 140
    Answers to Review Questions 141
Chapter 11 Configure and Verify Layer 2 Discovery Protocols 143
    Chapter Pretest 143
    Answers 144
    Configure and Verify Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP) 144
    Configure and Verify Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) 145
    Lab 11.1: Chapter Review 147
    Review Questions 148
    Answers to Review Questions 149
Chapter 12 Configure Rapid PVST+ Spanning Tree Protocol 151
    Chapter Pretest 152
    Answers 152
    Understand Rapid PVST+ Spanning Tree Protocol 152
    Lab 12.1: Chapter Review 161
    Review Questions 162
    Answers to Review Questions 163
Chapter 13 Compare Cisco Wireless Architectures and AP Modes 165
    Chapter Pretest 166
    Answers 166
    Using Cisco Wireless Architectures and AP Modes 166
    Lab 13.1: Chapter Review 170
    Review Questions 171
    Answers to Review Questions 171
Part IV IP Connectivity 173
Chapter 14 Interpret the Components of a Routing Table 175
    Chapter Pretest 176
    Answers 176
    Describe Routing Concepts 177
    Interpret the Components of a Routing Table 179
    Lab 14.1: Interpret a Routing Table 182
    Describe How a Routing Table Is Populated by Different Routing
    Information Sources 183
    Lab 14.2: Chapter Review 185
    Review Questions 186
    Answers to Review Questions 187
Chapter 15 Configure and Verify IPv4 and IPv6 Static Routing 189
    Chapter Pretest 190
    Answers 190
    Configure, Verify, and Troubleshoot IPv4 and IPv6 Static Routing 190
    Lab 15.1: IPv4 and IPv6 Static Routes 192
    Lab 15.2: Chapter Review 194
    Review Questions 195
    Answers to Review Questions 196
Chapter 16 Configure and Verify Single Area OSPFv2 197
    Chapter Pretest 198
    Answers 198
    Configure, Verify, and Troubleshoot Single Area OSPFv2 for IPv4 198
    Lab 16.1: OSPFv2 203
    Lab 16.2: Chapter Review 204
    Review Questions 205
    Answers to Review Questions 206
Part V IP Services 207
Chapter 17 Configure and Verify Inside Source NAT 209
    Chapter Pretest 210
    Answers 211
    Configure, Verify, and Troubleshoot Inside Source NAT 211
    Lab 17.1: NAT 216
    Lab 17.2: Chapter Review 217
    Review Questions 218
    Answers to Review Questions 219
Chapter 18 Configure and Verify NTP 221
    Chapter Pretest 222
    Answers 222
    Configure and Verify NTP Operating in Client/Server Mode 222
    Lab 18.1: NTP 224
    Lab 18.2: Chapter Review 226
    Review Questions 227
    Answers to Review Questions 228
Chapter 19 Configure DNS and DHCP 229
    Chapter Pretest 230
    Answers 230
    Describe DNS Lookup Operation 231
    Troubleshoot Client Connectivity Issues Involving DNS 233
    Configure and Verify DHCP on a Router 236
    Lab 19.1: Configuring DHCP 240
    Troubleshoot Client and Router-Based DHCP Connectivity Issues 241
    Lab 19.2: Chapter Review 244
    Review Questions 245
    Answers to Review Questions 245
Chapter 20 Configure Other Networking Services 247
    Chapter Pretest 248
    Answers 248
    Describe the Use of Syslog and SNMP Features 249
    Lab 20.1: Configuring Syslog 252
    Explain the Forwarding Per-Hop Behavior (PHB) for QoS 253
    Using SSH and FTP/TFTP in a Network 256
    Lab 20.2: Configuring SSH 256
    Lab 20.3: Chapter Review 258
    Review Questions 259
    Answers to Review Questions 260
Part VI Security Fundamentals 261
Chapter 21 Configure Device Access Control 263
    Chapter Pretest 264
    Answers 266
    Configuring Device Access Controls 266
    Lab 21.1: Configuring Device Access Controls 274
    Lab 21.2: Chapter Review 276
    Review Questions 277
    Answers to Review Questions 278
Chapter 22 Configure and Verify Access Control Lists 279
    Chapter Pretest 280
    Answers 283
    Configure, Verify, and Troubleshoot IPv4 Standard Numbered and Named Access Lists for Routed Interfaces 283
    Lab 22.1: Configuring Access Control Lists 287
    Lab 22.2: Chapter Review 289
    Review Questions 290
    Answers to Review Questions 291
Chapter 23 Configure Layer 2 Security Features 293
    Chapter Pretest 294
    Answers 294
    Configure Layer 2 Security Features 294
    Lab 23.1: Configuring Layer 2 Security Features 299
    Lab 23.2: Chapter Review 301
    Review Questions 302
    Answers to Review Questions 303
Chapter 24 Configure Wireless Security Protocols 305
    Chapter Pretest 306
    Answers 306
    Describe WPA, WPA2, and WPA3 306
    Lab 24.1: Configuring Wireless Security 307
    Lab 24.2: Chapter Review 309
    Review Questions 310
    Answers to Review Questions 310
Part VII Appendices 311
Appendix A Other CCNA Topics 313
Appendix B Practice Exams 379
Glossary 429
 
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A propos de l'auteur

Anthony Sequeira (CCIE No. 15626) began his IT career in 1994 with IBM in Tampa, Florida. He quickly formed his own computer consultancy, Computer Solutions, and then discovered his true passion: teaching and writing about Microsoft and Cisco technologies. Anthony has lectured to massive audiences around the world while working for Mastering Computers. He has never been happier in his career than he is now as a senior technical instructor at ACI Learning. ACI is a leader in audit, cybersecurity, and IT pro training in self-paced and instructor-led formats. Follow Anthony today on X @compsolv or Facebook at facebook.com/compsolv.
 
Ronald Wong is the Director of Content Development for ACI Learning. He leads teams that are responsible for developing learning content for ACI. They develop courseware, labs, assessments, and ITPRO training. Previously Ronald has led Cisco, Microsoft Windows, CompTIA, and IT security training for the U.S. Army 7th SFG, the U.S. Air Force Special Operations Group, and the DoD at Ft. Lee. Most recently, Ronald was an Edutainer at ACI Learning and loved it. He takes a special interest in Networking Technology, especially Cisco, and tries his best to work as a good generalist in the IT field.

Résumé

The CCNA 200-301 exam will challenge you to focus not only on the theory of a technology but the ability to demonstrate mastery of configuration, verification, and troubleshooting.
 
In CCNA 200-301 Hands-on Mastery with Packet Tracer, you will be guided through the required configuration, verification, and troubleshooting steps for every technology needed for the latest CCNA exam topics. Each section and chapter concludes with a practical lab that will challenge you to perform the hands-on tasks you must know in a manner very similar to the actual exam.
 
The many Packet Tracer labs included with this text are all graded simulations, allowing you to receive instant feedback regarding your mastery of the configurations. This text will allow you to learn the best practices used by seasoned engineers when configuring, verifying, and troubleshooting the many technologies called out in the latest exam topic list. Upon completing this text and the accompanying labs, you can approach the CCNA exam with great confidence and a strong desire to attack the hands-on simulations you will face in the actual exam.
 
Each chapter also provides practice questions and concise overviews of the theory behind the technologies, helping you review key exam topics and setting the context for the labs. This combination of succinct topic overviews, practice questions, and hands-on labs presents a complete test preparation package that ensures you are fully prepared for exam success.
 
Exam preparation features include:
 

• Access guidance for acquiring the very latest Cisco Packet Tracer network simulator
• Learn to build realistic Packet Tracer labs
• Learn valuable customizations to the Packet Tracer lab environment
• Practice critical configuration and verification tasks in topic-based, expert-guided, and graded practice labs
• Test your configuration and verification skills in challenging graded Chapter Review labs
• Gain confidence in all configuration and verification tasks possible for the latest CCNA exam topics
• Reinforce key conceptual content also required for success in the latest CCNA exam

Détails du produit

• Auteurs: Anthony Sequeira, Anthony J. Sequeira, Ronald Wong
• Edition: Pearson Academic
• Langues: Anglais
• Format d'édition: Livre de poche
• Sortie: 22.11.2024
• EAN: 9780135313091
• ISBN: 978-0-13-531309-1
• Pages: 496
• Catégorie: Sciences naturelles, médecine, informatique, technique > Informatique, ordinateurs > Communication des données, réseaux