CCNA Router and Switch eSIM Review

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(More customer reviews)Having trouble passing the CCNA exam? Need to find equipment but can't afford the costs? Want to have several different routers to work with? Think you'll need a new lab? Well Cisco Press may have taken the trouble to help you out more than you know.
With the software there was absolutely no trouble installing and I installed it on Windows 98, NT, 2000 and XP, each worked flawlessly. After the install you need the cd to run which should be changed in future releases.
Once installed you are ready to begin, although you do need to give the host of the console an IP address first and this too needs to be corrected. Seems to work far better that other routers eSIM since is isn't database driven but Flash driven. Giving you every possible help, the commands that are useful are bolded, aiding in the learning process.
There are 3 scenarios, scenario 1 is 5 router and 10 hosts. Although switches are included you can not configure them which I think would be very useful. In scenario 2 you work with switches and VLANS and 2 is intra-Vlan routing. You have several labs for each scenario and you can always make up your own.
The second cd included has over 100 activities and not all relate to CCNA but you'll find them useful for other things related to networking. There is also over 200 flash cards to study from and about the only problem I found is that you have to enter the full command rather than the shorter version.
There is some cleanup needed but you should be able to pass the exam with this one. Now tailor the ICND and CCNA courseware to this eSim and you have a sure fire winner.

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Authorized router and switch self-study simulation software for CCNA exam preparation

Beyond the eSIM network simulator, CCNA Router and Switch eSIM also includes the following self-study learning tools:
Lab activitiesEnter router commands, drag and drop objects, and answer questions on topics ranging from IP address classes to basic router configuration to extended ACLs. They are designed to make sure you have a full understanding of router command syntax.
200 CCNA Flashcard questionsChoose from among the CCNA skill areas, set the amount of time and the number of questions, choose whether questions are ordered or random, and build your own practice CCNA exam.
Video lessonsExpert instructors guide you through processes, such as subnetting Class C IP addresses; complex topics, such as dedicated and switched WAN technologies; and the various components of selected Cisco devices. This expert guidance delivers specific topics in an easy-to-comprehend format.
PhotoZoomsZoom in for close-up views of high-quality photographs of networking equipment and other products such as cables and diagnostic equipment. You can choose from various views, get detailed information on selected product parts, and zoom in for close-up views to familiarize you with these critical network environment devices.

CCNA Router and Switch eSIM improves upon the traditional interactive multimedia learning experience for networkers who are preparing for the CCNA exam, are new to the networking field, or are practitioners who want to perfect their hands-on configuration skills. CCNA Router and Switch eSIM combines on two CD-ROMs tools that not only provide intermediate- to late-stage hands-on test preparation but also provide help in translating theoretical learning to real-world application. Network simulations, tutorial activities, practice test questions, and other electronic learning tools result in a comprehensive and interactive package for CCNA self-study.

CCNA Router and Switch eSIM begins with the eSIM network simulator. This simulator provides hands-on experience with routers and switches using three network scenarios: five routers, which includes support for access control lists (ACLs); three switches, for trunking and virtual LANs (VLANs); and two switches and one router, for routing between VLANs. Each scenario enables you to specify your own IP addressing schemes, providing you with a dynamic IP addressing environment. The accompanying electronic user manual presents 14 activities for you to work through, but the totally open, freely configurable, simulative environment of the eSIM network simulator allows hours of exploration and experimentation throughout the three network scenarios.

CCNA Router and Switch eSIM is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco Systems that can include simulation and hands-on training from authorized Cisco Learning Partners and self-study products from Cisco Press.Titles in this series provide officially developed exam preparation materials that offer interactive learning, assessment, and networking simulation experience to help Cisco Career Certification candidates learn concepts and understand the application of networking concepts in a real-world setting.

The interactive self-study learning products on two CD-ROMs enable you to
Practice with freely configurable software-based network scenarios
Work within three network environments
Develop your hands-on skills
Gain confidence for your CCNA exam

Minimum System Requirements
System running Windows(r) 95, 98, 2000, or NT(r) 4.0, Mac(r) OS 9 or higher300 MHz with 64 MB RAM
Minimum 800 x 600 video resolution with 256 or more colorsCD-ROM drive
Windows Media(tm) Player 7.0 or higher. Note: Windows 95 and NT 4.0 do not support Windows Media Player 7.0, so the videos must be played on a different OS

CCNA(r) Router and Switch eSIM provides state-of-the-art network environment simulations

Flashcards Flashcards contain a sampler of 200 questions to help you study for the CCNA certification exam. These questions cover seven key skill areas: the OSI model, Cisco IOS(r) Software, routing, IP addressing, LAN switching, WANs, and routing protocols.

VideosVideos further your understanding of complex networking topics and provide an ideal format for showing facilities such as wiring closets. In these videos, Cisco Networking Academy(tm) Program instructors guide you step-by-step through complex processes like subnetting Class C IP addresses and determining administrative distances. Topics such as dedicated and switched WAN technologies, CSU/DSUs, and access control lists are also discussed. Other videos discuss various components of Cisco equipment.

PhotoZoomsPhotoZooms feature high-quality photographs that enable you to zoom in and out and change angles to see various levels of detail. Fifteen PhotoZooms show various networking equipment including hardware devices, cables, and diagnostic tools.

Host Configuration To simulate a real-world environment, CCNA Router and Switch eSIM requires you to configure the communication parameters of the host computer connected to the device. Additionally, you can ping from host to host, host to device, or device to device after you correctly configure the devices.

Color Coded Help Multiple levels of the context-sensitive help provided with Cisco IOS(r) Software are included. Commands supported by CCNA Router and Switch eSIM are highlighted. Syntax errors are treated just the same way they are on real hardware. Nonsupported commands pop up a window.

Configuration ScreenInteract with devices via a terminal emulation program (CiscoTerminal). Command abbreviation, command completion, the cursor keys, and the More prompt all respond the same way they do with actual Cisco networking equipment.

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CCNA Virtual Lab, Platinum Edition (640-801) Review

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(More customer reviews)As a Cisco Academy student I bought this with the intent to supplement the lab activities and to do labs when lab time was not available. As another reviewer noted, the first thing it asks is if you want to upgrade. I am finishing the second half of the CCNA 1&2 book and this was a help with some of the early labs. As we got further I noted commands missing and not enough hardware can be set up to do the labs. I found the access-list command not working which blew away any ACL labs and practice. It just isn't worth the money for a serious student. I am upgraging to Router Sims NetVis 4.0 (actually the same engine this one uses, this is a scaled down version that Sybex resells). It has all the Cisco Academy semester 2 labs and looks like it covers all the commands. Appears to be a much more comprehensive simulator for about 80 bucks more. See the comparison at their web page.
This will give you a feel for router configs, but has too many limitations to be more than just a toy. If you are serious about CCNA lab and practice, you will find this lacking very quickly.

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Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Certification Guide (3rd Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)Wendell Odom has, yet again, created an excellent study guide for the latest CCNA exam.
I teach Cisco courses at a large, Chicago based training center. Since we are not a Cisco authorized training center, we do not have access to the Cisco course materials. I use this book since it is as close as you are going to get to the Cisco course material. No one is going to write a book that compliments the exam material as closely as Cisco Press. As an instructor, I appreciate the depth in which the material is covered. This book does not cover exactly what is required for the exam. It covers significantly more. Given the competitive nature of the industry today, enough is not enough. You can't enter this industry and be average if you want to succeed. In the past, I have used the Sybex material for our training courses. Regularly, I had students that learned enough from the book to have questions the book didn't answer. The one complaint I have about this book is the speed in which the material gets deep. There is little ramp up time for a newbie to the material. If you are brand new to the IT industry and Cisco, you may want to start with a more watered down book, such as the Sybex 607 book and graduate to this book for additional detail.
This book has an excellent assortment of charts, graphs and pictures for the visual learner. Read, see and do are all required parts of the learning process. I find I learn best when I read about a concept, refer to a diagram to solidify the detail, and then, if possible, do it.
Lastly, the CD that comes with the book is excellent. In the past, Cisco's CCNA CDs have been mediocre at best. The new CD has the complete book in PDF format and a separate "topic focused" study guide for the last step of exam preparation. The practice exams on the CD are as close as you will come to the real thing (without paying).
If you want to learn about Cisco, understand their products and get your CCNA certification. Stop here. You have found your book.

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The official study guide for CCNA exam #640-607 with new exam format practice questions

Coverage of all CCNA exam topics enables you to discover and fill any gaps in your knowledge before the exam date. You'll learn about:
Internetworking functions of each layer of the OSI reference model and how they are performed in network devices
Functionality of Cisco IOS(r) Software and TCP/IP and IPX network protocols
Segmentation of networks using routers, switches, and bridges
Use and configuration of Catalyst(r) switches, Spanning-Tree Protocol (STP), and virtual LANs (VLANs)
Concepts behind RIP and IGRP and how to add routing protocols to a configuration
Configuration, monitoring, and verification of standard and extended IP and IPX access lists
Frame Relay and ISDN concepts and configuration

Although it's the first step in the Cisco Career Certifications, the CCNA exam is a difficult test. The recent additions of performance-based questions have made it even more challenging. Your first attempt at becoming Cisco certified requires a lot of study and confidence in your networking knowledge. When you're ready to test your skills, complete your knowledge of exam topics, and prepare for exam day, you need the preparation tools found in Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Certification Guide from Cisco Press.

Completely revised by CCIE(r) and certified Cisco Systems instructor Wendell Odom, Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Certification Guide is a comprehensive study tool for the CCNA exam. Updated with new content and features to make it easier to read and reference, this book helps you understand and master the material you will need to know to pass the exam. The instructor-developed elements and techniques enable you to maximize your retention of exam topics. "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 and figures make referencing easy and give you a quick refresher whenever you need it. Challenging chapter-ending review questions and scenario exercises help you assess your knowledge and reinforce key concepts.

This edition of the book includes special features in both the text and CD-ROM to help you prepare for the new simulation-based questions you will encounter on the exam. These new simulation-based questions are designed to test your hands-on skills. A chapter of lab scenarios allows you to practice applying your knowledge on home-, work, or remote access-based labs. In addition to these exercises, the robust exam engine on the CD-ROM includes the new question types so that you can assess your ability to handle this new challenge. The CD-ROM's test engine includes powerful features that enable you to take practice exams that mimic the real testing environment, focus on particular topic areas, track your progress, and refer to electronic text to review concepts.

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CCNA ICND2 Official Exam Certification Guide (CCNA Exams 640-816 and 640-802) (2nd Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)This book is the authority on all topics required to pass ICND2. Every little detail on the test is covered by this book. Here's the best part - it reads very well. Its not full of fluff or unnecessary text that the author added it just to beef up the book. Wendel is straight and to the point. After you're done reading this, do about 300-400 practice questions only on the ICND2 topics; I did, and I passed ICND2 on the first try.

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CCNA ICND2 Official Exam Certification GuideSecond EditionMaster ICND2 640-816 and CCNA 640-802 exam topics with the official study guide Assess your knowledge with chapter-opening quizzes Review key concepts with Exam Preparation Tasks Practice with hundreds of exam questions on the CD-ROMWendell Odom, CCIE® No. 1624CCNA ICND2 Official Exam Certification Guide, Second Edition, is a best of breed Cisco® exam study guide that focuses specifically on the objectives for the CCNA® ICND2 exam. This fully updated edition presents complete reviews and a more challenging and realistic exam preparation experience.Senior instructor and best-selling author 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. The material is presented in a concise manner, focused on increasing your understanding of exam topics and preparing you for the numerous challenges the exams present.CCNA ICND2 Official Exam Certification Guide, Second Edition, presents 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. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks sections help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly and help increase your speed in answering questions, a difficult hurdle many exam candidates face on the new exams. A Final Preparation chapter guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your final study plan. Special troubleshooting sections help you master the complex scenarios you will face on the exam.The companion CD-ROM contains a powerful testing engine that allows you to focus on individual topic areas or take complete, timed exams. The assessment engine also tracks your performance and provides feedback on a chapter-by-chapter basis, presenting question-by-question remediation to the text. The bonus DVD contains more than 60 minutes of personal video mentoring from the author focused mainly on bringing difficult subnetting concepts to life.Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging practice questions, this book provides you with more detailed information and more realistic practice exercises than any other CCNA study guide, enabling you to succeed on the exam the first time.CCNA ICND2 Official Exam Certification Guide, Second Edition, is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco 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 training, e-learning, and hands-on instruction offered by authorized Cisco Learning Partners worldwide, please visit www.cisco.com/go/authorizedtraining.Wendell Odom, CCIE® No. 1624, has been in the networking industry since 1981. He currently teaches QoS, MPLS, and CCNA courses for Skyline Advanced Technology Services (www.skyline-ats.com). Wendell has worked as a network engineer, consultant, systems engineer, and instructor and course developer, and has taught authorized Cisco courses for the majority of the last 14 years.The official study guide helps you master all the topics on the CCNA ICND2 exam, includingVirtual LANs and Spanning Tree Protocol Static and connected routes VLSM and route summarization IP access control lists OSPF and EIGRP configuration Point-to-point WANs Frame Relay VPNs Network address translation IPv6 TroubleshootingCompanion CD-ROMThe CD-ROM contains an electronic copy of the book and 200 practice questions for the ICND2 and full CCNA exams, including simulation and testlet questions, all available in study mode andtest mode.BONUS DVDThe DVD contains more than 60 minutes of personal instruction from the author!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.Category: Cisco Press—Cisco CertificationCovers: CCNA ICND2 Exam 640-816

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CCENT/CCNA ICND1 Official Exam Certification Guide, 2nd Edition Review

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(More customer reviews)PROS:
- This is a good book to purchase and utilize for a final prep for the ICND1 exam.
- GREAT video on how to easily SUBNET!!!
- The included practice test were much harder than the Cisco exam, so if you master it you will have NO PROBLEM passing the ICND1 exam and receiving the CCENT certification.
- Great BOSON simulation exam questions.
CONS:
- Some of the examples (figures) in the book use the wrong IP addresses vs. the actual IP addressing scheme
- Some of the test questions showed the wrong IP addresses


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CCENT/CCNA ICND1 Official Exam Certification GuideSecond EditionMaster ICND1 640-822 exam topics with the official study guide Assess your knowledge with chapter-opening quizzes Review key concepts with Exam Preparation Tasks Practice with hundreds of exam questions on the CD-ROMWendell Odom, CCIE® No. 1624CCENT/CCNA ICND1 Official Exam Certification Guide, Second Edition, is a best of breed Cisco® exam study guide that focuses specifically on the objectives for the CCENT™ and CCNA® ICND1 exam. This fully updated edition presents complete reviews and a more challenging and realistic exam preparation experience.Senior instructor and best-selling author 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. The material is presented in a concise manner, focused on increasing your understanding of exam topics and preparing you for the numerous challenges the exams present.CCENT/CCNA ICND1 Official Exam Certification Guide, Second Edition, presents 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. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks sections help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly and help increase your speed in answering questions, a difficult hurdle many exam candidates face on the new exams. A Final Preparation chapter guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your final study plan. Special troubleshooting sections help you master the complex scenarios you will face on the exam.The companion CD-ROM contains a powerful testing engine that allows you to focus on individual topic areas or take complete, timed exams. The assessment engine also tracks your performance and provides feedback on a chapter-by-chapter basis, presenting question-by-question remediation to the text. The bonus DVD contains more than 60 minutes of personal video mentoring from the author focused mainly on bringing difficult subnetting concepts to life.Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging practice questions, this book provides you with more detailed information and more realistic practice exercises than any other CCNA study guide, enabling you to succeed on the exam the first time.CCENT/CCNA ICND1 Official Exam Certification Guide, Second Edition, is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco 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 training, e-learning, and hands-on instruction offered by authorized Cisco Learning Partners worldwide, please visit www.cisco.com/go/authorizedtraining.Wendell Odom, CCIE® No. 1624, has been in the networking industry since 1981. He currently teaches QoS, MPLS, and CCNA courses for Skyline Advanced Technology Services (www.skyline-ats.com). Wendell has worked as a network engineer, consultant, systems engineer, and instructor and course developer, and has taught authorized Cisco courses for the majority of the last 14 years. The official study guide helps you master all the topics on the CCENT and CCNA ICND1 exam, includingTCP/IP and OSI networking models Operating Cisco routers and LAN switches Ethernet switch configuration and troubleshootingWireless LANs IP addressing and subnetting Routing protocols Router configuration and troubleshooting Network Security WAN concepts and configurationCompanion CD-ROMThe CD-ROM contains an electronic copy of the book and 200 practice questions for the ICND1 and full CCNA exams, including simulation and testlet questions, all available in study mode and test mode.BONUS DVDThe DVD contains more than 60 minutes of personal instruction from the author.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.Category: Cisco Press–Cisco CertificationCovers: CCENT and CCNA ICND1 Exam 640-822

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CCENT Exam Cram (exam 640-822) Review

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(More customer reviews)I was able to "fill in the blanks" left by other training materials (videos) with this book. As usual, the Exam Cram series hits everything you NEED to know for the test without going over hundreds of pages of minutia and drivel you may or may not see on the test.
Memorizing a 500+ page MS press or Cisco press book has its merits yes... but when you rarely if ever use that entire batch of knowledge in real life scenarios and it's impossible for it to ALL be on the test, my feeling is learn what you need, pass the test, and keep doing a great job in the REAL WORLD on whatever projects and support tasks your employer assigns you.
This is a 5-star rating because I passed the test after only 8 hours spent doing the practices tests and exams at the end of the chapters and the end of the book, reading the book cover to cover, and then doing the practice tests again. And I'm a bit slow at reading comprehension so your results will vary and will most likely be better than mine :)
Thank you for reading this review and hopefully it positively influences your decision whether or not to purchase this book as you pursue your CCENT certification.

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In this book, you learn how to:Develop perfect fluency in subnettingUnderstand the OSI model and the Cisco three-layer hierarchical modelConnect Cisco equipment, make initial configurations, and connect to other devices to build a networkConfigure Cisco routers and back up and restore your Cisco IOS Software configurationsImplement, verify, and troubleshoot a small, switched networkConfigure and verify a basic WAN serial connectionUnderstand and apply wireless LAN (WLAN) conceptsMitigate network security threats and secure network devicesConfigure static routes and RIPv2Connect a small office to the InternetWRITTEN BY CCNA/CCENT Experts!Michael Valentine has been in the IT field for 12 years, focusing on network design and implementation. He is currently a Cisco trainer with Skyline Advanced Technology Services and specializes in Cisco Unified Communications instruction as well as CCNA and CCNP courses.Andrew Whitaker is the director of enterprise InfoSec and networking and senior training instructor for Training Camp. He has achieved several Cisco certifications and has written on several Cisco topics.This book includes a CD-ROM that features:Complete coverage of CCENT exam objectivesRealistic exam questions for effective practiceDetailed explanations of correct and incorrect answersMultiple exam modesFlash Card formatAn electronic copy of the book

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CCNA Official Exam Certification Library (Exam 640-802), Third Edition (Containing ICND1 and ICND2 Second Edition Exam Certification Guides) Review

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(More customer reviews)I just took the test today and I'm still in shock about passing the CCNA. About six weeks ago I decided to get serious and start studying for this test. I bought the Cisco Press books and the 'CCNA for Dummies' book. It turns out that I didn't even use the 'Dummies' book. The Cisco Press Library comes with two books, which I read both cover to cover. After reading both books I moved to the CDs that also comes with this set, which have a lot of useful material. The Boson practice exams that come with the book, I think are the most useful. The questions that the practice exams asks are very similar to the questions that the real test asks. With the combination of both the book and the practice exams you will be well prepared. Practicing with all the tricky questions really makes you learn the material to the smallest detail. The DVDs that come with the book are pretty lame and dry, I didn't even use them. I do what to clarify that I did have previous hands on experience with Cisco routers, but I used a free simulator to brush up on some of my skills. This book set is a must and I probably would not have passed without it. I was really nervous walking into the exam, but the resources that this book set provides prepared me very well for the exam.

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CCNA Official Exam Certification Library, Third Edition, is the newest edition of the all-time best-selling CCNA self-study preparation package. This comprehensive review and practice package is designed for the latest CCNA 640-802 exams. The two books contained in this package, CCENT/CCNA ICND1 Official Exam Certification Guide, Second Edition, and CCNA ICND2 Official Exam Certification Guide, Second Edition, present complete reviews and a more challenging and realistic preparation experience. The books are updated to cover all the new 640-802 exam objectives, such as security, wireless, IPv6, and troubleshooting.Please note that while this is the Third Edition of the Library, the two books inside are Second Editions. This is correct, and the editions align differently because of changes in the names of the exams, from the old INTRO and ICND to the new ICND1 and ICND2 formats.What can you do with the CCNA Official Exam Certification Library?
Assess your knowledge with chapter-opening quizzes
Review key concepts with Exam Preparation Tasks
Practice with hundreds of exam questions on the CD-ROM
Learn about more complex topics with over one hour of video training
CCNA Official Exam Certification Library, Third Edition, presents 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. Chapter ending Exam Preparation Tasks sections help drill you on key concepts you must know thoroughly and help increase your speed in answering questions, a difficult hurdle many candidates face on the new exams. Final Preparation chapters guide you through tools and resources to help you craft your final study plan. Special troubleshooting sections help you master the complex scenarios you will face on the exam.The companion CD-ROMs contain a powerful testing engine with over 400 questions that allow you to focus on individual topic areas or take complete, timed exams. The test engine also includes simulation and testlet questions, and all questions are available in study mode and test mode. The assessment engine also tracks your performance and provides feedback on a chapter-by-chapter basis, presenting question-by-question remediation to the text.The bonus DVDs contain more than 60 minutes of personal video mentoring from the author focused mainly on the topic of subnetting. These videos help bring difficult subnetting concepts to life and make learning easy.Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging practice questions, this completely revised and updated edition provides you with more detailed information and more realistic practice exercises than any other CCNA study guide, enabling you to succeed on the exam the first time.Best-selling author and senior instructor Wendell Odom shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you to identify areas requiring further study and to improve your conceptual and hands-on knowledge. The material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding of exam topics and preparing you for the numerous challenges the exams present.These official study guides help you master all the topics on the CCNA exams, including:
TCP/IP and OSI networking models
Operating Cisco routers and LAN switches
Ethernet switch configuration and troubleshooting
Virtual LANs and Spanning Tree Protocol
Wireless LANs
IP addressing and subnetting
Routing protocols
Router configuration and troubleshooting
Static and connected routes
VLSM and route summarization
IP access control lists
OSPF and EIGRP configuration
WAN configuration and troubleshooting
Frame Relay
Network Security and VPNs
NAT
IPv6
Troubleshooting

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Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Flash Card Practice Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)A good tool to help in the questions it asks.
The test engine is broken however. It has multiple choice buttons where you clearly need to select more than one answer, yet can only choose one. Some questions are totally wrong, so verify each wrong answer you get from the test engine before you count it or commit it to memory for the CCNA.
It is good in helping you understand the type of questions you will encounter, from CLI, to move boxes around, to type out the answers. (Spelling does count and I have been told it does on the CCNA as well.) The fact that if you type "router" and it wants "routers" is just wrong and messed up. Many questions have been missed because I typed "Spanning-tree" and it wanted "Spanning-tree protocol". Note it will not take STP either. IMHO: A serious flaw in Cisco's testing and this flash card kit. One note I recommend. Hand Write all your flash cards. Don't rely on the print outs. You will have better retention.
For the money, it is worth a buy. It is helpful in orienting you to the new 607 test format. If nothing else, it forces you to double check your wrong answers. Just don't count on it to be totally accurate and don't let it's flawed low test scores discourage you.

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More than 900 flash cards, practice questions, and study sheets for CCNA exam #640-607 preparation

Prepare for the new #640-607 exam with electronic practice tests
Run through practice exam questions while reviewing crucial information on challenging topics
Boost memory retention with 350+ flash cards, specifically designed to cover all exam objectives
Download the electronic flash cards to your handheld for ultimate portability
Create and save personalized sets of electronic flash cards for focused review
Digest complex CCNA information with a set of 54 study sheets
Review all #640-607 exam objectives in a variety of formats using proven self-study methods

CCNA test time is rapidly approaching. You've learned the concepts, you have the experience to put them into real-world use, and now you want to practice, practice, practice until exam time. Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Flash Card Practice Kit gives you three methods of proven late-stage CCNA exam preparation in one package:

More than 350 flash cards. Test your understanding of CCNA theory with flash cards in print and electronic formats. The electronic version is PC-, Palm OS-, and Pocket PC-compatible, allowing for supreme flexibility. Shuffle the electronic cards, work from preset groups of cards, or create and save your own challenging set for focused review.
550+ practice exam questions. Verify your knowledge with this robust exam engine including more than 500 questions. Test your proficiency in two modes -- study mode and practice mode -- and identify areas of weakness so you can concentrate on specific topics for which you need the most help.
54 study sheets. Review crucial CCNA exam objectives with these comprehensive reference sheets. Succinct text overviews of complex CCNA concepts are supported with detailed diagrams to provide a valuable late-stage review of all that must be mastered for exam success.

Whether you are searching for the ultimate CCNA late-stage test preparation tool or simply need a complete package with at-a-glance, comprehensive information on networking basics, Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Flash Card Practice Kit is packed with everything you need to access this information at home, at work, and on the go!

Companion CD-ROMThe CD-ROM contains 350+ flash cards and more than 550 practice test questions. Flash cards are downloadable to Palm OS and Pocket PC handheld devices.

Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Flash Card Practice Kit covers all the objectives on the new #640-607 CCNA exam, including cabling Cisco devices, operating and configuring a Cisco IOS device, and managing network environments. Use this kit to brush up on effective techniques for working with the Catalyst 1900 Switch, networking with VLANs, and interconnecting networks with TCP/IP. Flip through the flash cards and test yourself on the details of IP routing, PPP connections, ISDN, and Frame Relay.

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CCNA Flash Cards and Exam Practice Pack (CCENT Exam 640-822 and CCNA Exams 640-816 and 640-802) (3rd Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)I recently passed the CCNA. I used this book along with Todd Lammle's study guide and Certsim. The flash cards have great info and are more than just flash cards. The appendix in the end has great info and the answers have great descriptions. This book has lots of great info but covers alot of topics you won't find on the exam. The practice exam it comes with doesn't even have the same types of questions you would find on the exam. I think the worst part is the simulated questions that are way too easy. They ask you to do basic router configurations like setting the hostname. Questions like these won't be on the exam. If you are looking to pass the exam you should use Todd Lammle's study guide along with Certsim from routersim.com. The test questions are close and even word for word on a few. The simulation questions are excellent.

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CCNA Flash Cards and Exam Practice PackThird EditionMore than 1400 flash cards, practice questions, and quick reference sheets for CCENT and CCNA Exams 640-822, 640-816, and 640-802Comprehensive CCENT preparationEric RivardJim DohertyAre you ready to take the ICND1, ICND2, or full CCNA® exam for the CCENT™ or CCNA certification? You've learned the concepts, you have the experience to put them to real-world use, and now you want to practice, practice, practice until exam time. CCNA Flash Cards and Exam Practice Pack, Third Edition, gives you three methods of proven, late-stage exam preparation in one package.Test EngineThe CCNA practice exam engine includes new testlet question types and updated simulation questions for a more realistic practice exam experience.Flash CardsMore than 700 flash cards in print and PC as well as Palm and PocketPC handheld device formats are available in customizable sets that you can tailor to your study needs.Quick Reference SheetsAll exam topics are covered for a quick review and refresh in the nearly 200 graphical quick reference sheets.CCNA Flash Cards and Exam Practice Pack, Third Edition, is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco® 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 training, e-learning, and hands-on instruction offered by authorized Cisco Learning Partners worldwide, please visit www.cisco.com/go/authorizedtraining. Eric Rivard, CCNP®, CCDA®, CCNA, is the IT manager at Valley Center Municipal Water District.Jim Doherty is the VP of marketing at CipherOptics. Jim has 17 years of engineering and marketing experience across a broad range of networking and communication technologies.Companion CD-ROMThe CD-ROM contains more than 700 flash cards and more than 500 practice test questions. Flash cards are downloadable to PC, Palm OS, and most PocketPC handheld devices.Minimum System RequirementsWindows 2000, XP, or VistaAcrobat Reader 5.0 or higherInternet Explorer 5.5 or higher64 MB RAM for Windows 2000 Pro and XP800 X 600 resolution or higher256 or more colorsInternet access for registrationOptional: Palm or Palm OS®-compliant handheld device; Windows Mobile version 2003 or version 5 PocketPC handheld deviceThis volume is in the Flash Cards and Exam Practice Pack Series from Cisco Press®. Products in this series arm Cisco Career Certification candidates with a set of exam practice tools, formats, and environments to help them in the final stages of their self-study regimen and increase recall of key exam topics.Category: Cisco Press–Cisco CertificationCovers: CCENT and CCNA Exams 640-822, 640-816, and 640-802

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CCNA 640-802 Network Simulator Review

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(More customer reviews)I just installed this software, and so far - it's just what I was expecting. I have the unique position of having tried both Boson's NetSim and RouterSim's Network Visualizer simulation software packages, and although both are excellent products (and getting better) I find Wendell Odom's product to be more intuitive and easier to just jump right in. In my opinion, the design process that goes into designing any network simulation software, is similar to designing a game. Some games require you to learn the controls, before you can really get started, while others are so well thought out that you can well, just jump right in.
However, if anyone has any plans to progress beyond the CCNA (eg. CCNP, etc.), I would recommend taking a look at the other two simulators. When I first purchased RouterSim's Network Visualizer, it was still a buggy product and prone to crashes. Even so, it was the only worthwhile game in town, at the time (2004). I never got the opportunity to finish the labs, as I was called to active duty and served over seas for almost two years. RouterSim's Network Visualizer has a particularly strict software license. You only get one, and in order to install it on another machine, you have to send your activation key back to the company (online, via the software itself). Once the license is back with the company, you can then install the software again on another computer, and then activate the product by downloading activation key from them once again. Ever served in the military? Well when you get those orders, you go. There is not a lot of time. You may have a few days to settle any pending business, like saying goodbye to your family and friends, making sure your will is in order, arrange for your bills to be paid, and so on. So transferring a software license wasn't on the top of my list. My software was originally installed on a desktop and I was not about to lug that (and the monitor) with me in my ruck. By the time I came back, the CCNA exam had changed so much that my simulator was, yes - outdated. I tried explaining my situation to the nice folks at RouterSim, but I was informed nicely that I can just purchase the upgrade. Remembering my experiences with the software crashes, I declined and signed up to take a CCNA cram class instead. Big mistake.
For a newbie, cram courses don't work. Eight days (8 hours a day) of instruction will not teach you the operations of a network and how Routers and Switches come into play so much so that you can pass the CCNA. Much less, get you so familiar with the input commands that you can use on the job. In my class, I had an Egyptian instructor who may be very knowledgeable, but help me if I can understand a darn thing that he was saying. I just couldn't get pass the accent. The school did however, introduced me to Boson's NetSim, a far superior product than my older version of RouterSim's Network Visualizer. Oh yes, if you decide on taking a class, make sure that they give you access to ACTUAL Cisco equipment! They didn't technically lie to me however, the school did have Cisco equipment, but that was a very brief show and tell. We primarily were working with the NetSim software. There are several versions now - CCENT, CCNA, CCNP, etc. They also sell videos and mp3's, besides the simulation software. Cisco seems to be endorsing them, you can find links to Boson from the Cisco website. To briefly describe the product, you basically have a network simulation software package along with a couple of pdf lab manuals (they are compressed and will appear once you've installed the software). I would print out the manuals and follow through the lessons, chapter by chapter.
So why do I prefer Wendell Odom's Network Simulator over the others? One, you get 4 licenses. Yes, you can install your product on FOUR separate computers. Two, the price. Wendell Odom's Network Simulator is under $100 (Amazon price, retail is $149). RouterSim's CCNA Network Visualizer is $229.00. And Boson's NetSim for CCNA is $249. And third, the pdf step-by-step lessons on Wendell Odom's Network Simulator pops up as you activate the corresponding lesson simulation. Something that I can really appreciate, as I will be traveling a lot on my new job, and don't want to carry a hard copy lesson book with me, nor scroll through the pages to the lesson I want. Dual monitors would serve you well here. It really is just simpler to use. You are presented with a lesson menu on the right side. A diagram of your network is on the top left, and the command line section (where you type) is below that. Click on the computer icon on your virtual network, and on the command line section you're looking at the CLI interpretation of what you would see if you were logged on to that computer. The same goes for the switches and the routers. Neat.
Do bear in mind however, that network simulators are just that, they only simulate the network and is not the real thing. They are by no means a perfect substitution for actual equipment. The lessons on either of the packages mentioned, must be executed on the respective software packages themselves, in the specific manner that is described, or they may not work. This new test (640-802) has challenged even Network Engineers currently in the workforce. I know a couple of techs, currently going through the recertification process, and even they are intimidated. One of the reasons is increased focus on Switching, a previously intermediate (CCNP) level subject. And there is the current approval of Subnet Zeros for the CCNA, that's gotta throw some people off. It did for me, I was taught something else.
If you are going for your certification for the first time - I recommend signing up for a Cisco Network Academy class. It may take up to a year to graduate, but you will not be wasting your time. Another option, is to get your own equipment. But, if none of these are options for you - Wendell Odom's Network Simulator is by far the cheapest solution on the market. Whatever option you finally choose, designing networks and supporting network equipment is not a book learning exercise. You shouldn't read your books from cover to cover, and then do the exercises - let the exercises be your guide. Just remember, it is critical that you get some hands-on experience (simulators, or the real deal).
Unfortunately, I had to buy this product from an Amazon.com competitor. It was on my Shopping Cart, but when I went to pay for it, Amazon took it off, "for review". I waited a day or so, and it was still under "review", so I had no choice but to go elsewhere. I had to pay a little more, but I was already waiting a month or so for this simulator to come on the market and had put my studies on hold until it does, therefore, I just couldn't wait anymore. Sorry, Amazon.com.

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The most effective router and switch simulator for hands-on CCNA® skills enhancementThis software only product covers all CCNA topics 250 labs 8 different lab topologies 3000+ hands-on tasks Three Unique types of labs CCNA 640-802 Network Simulator helps you develop and improve hands-on configuration and troubleshooting skills without the investment in expensive lab hardware. This state-of-the-art, interactive simulation software allows you to practice your networking skills with more than 250 structured labs designed to help you learn by doing, the most effective method of learning. Experience realistic network device response as you work through each of the labs (available in electronic form on the CD), which include detailed instructions, topology diagrams, hints, and full answers. Unlike other simulators on the market, the lab scenarios included in the CCNA 640-802 Network Simulator are far more complex, challenging you to learn how to perform realistic network configuration and troubleshooting tasks.This unique network simulation software helps you master the hands-on skills needed to succeed on the CCNA® exam. Topics covered include:Router and switch navigation and administration LAN switching IP addressing Routing WANs VLANs and trunking IP routing protocols Scaling IP TroubleshootingSystem Requirements:500 MHz or higher processor 512 MB RAM (1 GB recommended) 500 MB hard drive space 32-bit true color monitor (1024x768 resolution) Microsoft Windows XP Professional with SP3, Microsoft Vista, or Mac OS X Version 10.4.11 or higher Java Runtime Environment (JRE) version 1.5.0 Adobe Acrobat Reader 8.0 Connection to the Internet during installation for access code validationAlthough this product was published before these operating systems were released, this product has been tested and successfully installed on Windows 7 platforms as well as Mac OS X Snow Leopard (version 10.6). If you experience any trouble installing the software on these platforms, please contact Pearson Customer Technical Support at: http://www.informit.com/about/contact_us/. Category: Cisco® CertificationCovers: CCNA exam 640-802

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CCNA Cisco Certified Network Associate Study Guide, (640-802): Exam 640-802 Review

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(More customer reviews)After trying to prepare for the CCNA on my own I came to the conclusion that I needed a book if I were going to understand the material enough to receive my CCNA. Having seen Wendells books score high ratings I was going to purchase one of his until I read some of the excerpts from his book. With all due respect to Wendell his books were simply too dry for me. Then I checked out Lammle and discovered his books read as if somebody is actually talking to you, as if you're in a conversation with someone. Having purchased this book it's as immersive as reading a good story and you're learning the whole time.
Todd Lammle fully understands what Cisco expects you to know for your CCNA exam and the seller point for me is the fact that Lammle actually has a gift for teaching it. His book doesn't read as if hes just reguritating information to you but instead he writes to actually make sure you're understanding the material. (I've had professors in college teaching CCNA classes that couldn't do this. And for the record, this book is leaps and bounds better than any college class I've had on Cisco related information). Even if at some point he comes out of nowhere with new material he'll warn you about it and then he'll cover it later in depth. I have never at any point felt overwhelmed with the information in the book and he starts with the fundamentals, the building blocks of networking and goes in depth from there.
At the end of every chapter he'll have exam essays, written labs, and review questions to really make sure you understand the material (along with the CD provided). And to prove Todd wants you to know the material he even has a website you can go to and ask him questions on topics you don't fully understand, or if you feel he might be wrong about something in his book you can talk to him about it. If fact, if you check out other Lammle books on Amazon, you can see he comments on reviews left by others. That to me shows someone who's really dedicated to teaching the material and is someone I have a lot of respect for these days.
I absolutely recommend this study guide. You'll learn so much.

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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.
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