BUILDING CISCO MULTILAYER SWITCHED NETWORKS

This comprehensive book provides detailed information & easy-to-grasp tutorials on advanced skills in design, configuration, operation, and troubleshooting of enterprise level switched networks, including converged IP data, voice, and Airespace wireless LAN (WLAN) connectivity. The book assumes only a basic understanding of networking so it provides a great deal of detail on the topics covered. This book is ideal for certification candidates who are seeking a self-paced tool to learn the material covered in the latest BCMSN exam.
Each chapter opens with the list of topics covered to identify the focus of that chapter. At the end of each chapter, Study Tips list the main points related to the BCMSN exam. A summary of key concepts for quick study & review questions provide you with an opportunity to assess & reinforce your understanding of the material. Real-world case studies help illuminate theoretical concepts.
In addition, chapters that cover Catalyst configurations also include configuration exercises. Most of these are small-scale exercises that can be performed on a single switch. The goal of using small-scale exercises is to enable network professionals to practice the configuration exercises with only a single switch.
- Provides a thorough introduction to campus switched network construction, support, and security; Explains the fundamentals of multilayer switched network design & specific design features such as Spanning Tree Protocol, quality of service (QoS), and high availability; Covers virtual LAN (VLAN) & InterVLAN Routing implementation; Incorporates wireless client access & configuring campus switches to support voice technologies; Uses extensive configuration examples & diagrams to solidify the explanations of topics; Presents self-assessment review questions, configuration exercises, chapter objectives & summaries, and study tips to ensure information recall.