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Passing 100-101
Hi Gents, I am going through the cbt nuggets for it. I had done the ccna 2.0 12 years ago and had no practice until now. My new job requires this cert. Now, quick advise from you guys please. I know a bit about networking. The cbt nuggets by JC makes sense to me. I am thinking of buying some practice exams. I am at a stage…
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I bought lots of books! On which should i pay more attention?
Hello! I decided to give the two-way path for the CCNA, (icnd1 + icnd2). Well i bought three books:1) Cisco CCENT/CCNA ICND1 100-101 Official Cert Guide Wendell Odom 2) CCENT Study Guide: Exam 100-101 (ICND1) Todd Lamie3) Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices, Part 1 (ICND1) Foundation Learning Guide (4th Edition)…
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Route Summarization
Hello folks, Before reading details about route summarization, my preconceived idea of autosummarization was that it was what advanced routing protocols used because it was automatic and automatic is better and more sophisticated. Obviously after more reading it is the complete opposite. I was surprised to learn that not…
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GNS3 basic labs (30min lunch)
I find that I usually have about 30 minutes at a computer during my lunch break and I would like to start playing with GNS3. I hope to build a respectable home lab for learning and then back that up with GNS3 labs for building larger configurations. So I figure other members must have tried this same idea out and I was…
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ICND1 100-101 Help
Hey All, Apologises it's my first post on this site so im getting used to forums again. My question is about the troubleshooting sims im going to come across in my exam. I have been told that OSPF is common for the 100-101, however have you come across any other area's that may be on the exam that i should go over in more…
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Configuring TFTP question Classless/Classful
I was doing a TFTP backup of an image to a Cisco Catalyst 2960-S. I originally put VLAN1 and the laptop within the 10.1.4.x subnet with a classless address of 255.255.255.0 and the TFTP kept timing out. Yes I set the default gateway in the same subnet. As soon as I put these on a standard classful subnet 192.168.1.X /24…
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I passed!!!
Hey Everyone, I got the CCENT 640-822 done before they changed!!!!! I got a 875 not a stellar showing but I'll take it... I am trying to make myself as diversified as possible on a resume to get an entry level tech position. Should I go for the CCNA or Active directory 2008 server?? I want to end up in networking but from…
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PASSED! ICND 1 100-101 This Morning!!
HeyAs the title says, I passed the ICND 1 today with a score also of 973!!! delighted.I'd like to thank everyone for there contributions and discussions, they really gave me the motivation to study hard.Like many others here I used the follow as my study material.odom's cisco press book 100-101Tood lammle 7th editionChris…
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Passed ICND2 today
Passed with a 958 Didnt do too well in the WAN and i dunno why, wish i could get the questions i missed to look on Configure, verify and troubleshoot a switch with VLANs and interswitch communications 100% Implement an IP addressing scheme and IP services to meet network requirements in a medium-size Enterprise 100%…
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Passed ICND1 :)
Had my first cisco testing experience this morning and passed with a 925. The test was different than I expected, in terms of what would be on the exam but it matched my studies pretty well overall. I hope I'm more relaxed when I take the ICND 2 haha. Thank you for the advice, without this forum or members I probably…
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What scenario does RIP holddown timer prevent from?
It is said to prevent flapping router like serial link. However, I feel it's prevented by invalid timer. Any typical example for holddown timer? REMOVED UNNECESSARY QUOTED REPLY FROM PREVIOUS POST I've made one like this. Comments welcomed! Router A ---- Router B ---- Router C And the connection between B and C is a serial…
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CONFUSEDD help ;)
Just started studying for my ccent, I'm kind of new to networking. I bought the Wendell Odom book and for some reason I'm having a hard time reading the material and actually making sense of it...what are some good study methods/techniques for reading the cisco press book for newbies like me?? Or should I be starting…
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Just went through a 5 day course for ICOMM and had a few questions
Hello, After taking the 5 day course for ICOMM, I would like to continue to study and eventually take the exam. However, I currently do not have an existing cisco certs. Does anyone recommend possibly taking the CCNA routing and switching before hand or just study and take the exam? I wasn't sure if there were any…
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Ccp & asdm
I have been studying this material for a while now; I'm finished with the books and I'm getting ready to move on to the lab portion of my studies. I'm curious which functions of CCP & ASDM would be the best to focus on. I have used both, and I'm pretty sure a lot of their functions are beyond the scope of the CCNA-S track,…
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need to use copy run start at end of each lab?
Hi, Just wondering dor the ccent exam, is the above needed for points? Just remember someone mentioning it here a while back. Not too sure if it makes a difference for exam.
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48 hours till CCENT INCD1 100-101 Exam
So it's 48 hours till my ICND1 100-101 exam and I'm starting to stress... I worked through the Wendy Odom book and CBT Nuggets, started reading Todd Lammle's book last week and should be finishing today. Wanted to postpone my exam to the 18th Sept. but saw I got varsity assignments due the following 2 weeks so won't be…
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What do Protocol Numbers in IP do?
I'f learned that protocol number 88 is used for EIGRP, and number 89 for OSPF, but what is it function?
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Measure Up ICND2 (840-616) practice test
Hello, does anyone have any experience to share regarding this practice test?
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Failed the CCNA 640-802 :/
So I didn't pass the CCNA... it was pretty bad. My score was 575 - pathetic. When I started studying for the CCNA, I had gotten my first two certs - the A+ and Net+. I breezed through the exams with very good scores on my first tries. I believe my first mistake was thinking the CCNA would be like another comptia exam. It…
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Take CCENT by Sept 30 or wait for new exam?
Howdy all! Just passed the ITIL and want to keep my motivation momentum going into passing the CCENT. Saw that the current version if going to be retired and that Cisco is making some big changes to the new ICND1 and 2 starting in Oct 2013. From reading many posts on this site, it seems that if I read either the Odom or…
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Practice exam suggestions.
Hello everyone, I was wondering if you could suggest some practice exam sources (aside from tech exams) that you found to be very helpful while studying for ICND1.
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It Can Be Done in 60 days
I took and passed both the new 100-101 and 200-101 in 63 days. Lots and lots and lots of studying Passed first one with 947 and second one with 960 Used Wendell Odom's Official Cert Guide and CBTNuggets and youtube videos for concepts I didnt grasp. Theres a guy called Dancourses I believe and his videos are really good…
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Frame-Relay Cloud Problem
########EDIT####### after carefully going back over the videos and all the commands, I got it working I am trying to get a frame-relay lab working. I am able to ping the hosts to the router but I am unable to ping from router to router, thats why I am thinking the problem is in the frame-relay cloud. Here is the PT file:…
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Passed ICND1 (100-101)
Passed this afternoon with a 894. I used Odom's book, Boson Netsim, Boson Ex-Sim practice tests, a couple of 2950 switches, and an 1841 router. I watched a couple of the CBT Nuggets, but I wasn't a huge fan. I also took the Communications Protocols and Internet Architectures course (I highly recommend it) through Harvard…
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WAN infrastructure types
Ok, in studying for my CCNA I learned that there are 3 types of WAN Infrastructures, but I still have questions about the underlying hardware. - Leased line - The concept is clear, you have a dedicated line for the customer. But what type of line is used? Fiber Ethernet? Is fiber alway used? - Circuit switched - Same…
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Ccna dc
I believe CBT nuggets just finished the series for 640-911 recently https://secure.cbtnuggets.com/it-training-videos/series/csco_640_911 So far I'm liking the videos. My goal is to pass 640-911 before the end of the year
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Subinterface question
Hey Guys, I'm new here, studying for CCNA and during my labs I wanted to implement a certain design for switch redundancy and I stumbled upon a problem I'm not sure how to fix. So my question is basically lets say you have two layer 2 switched and one router. 1 Switch connects to fas0/0 on the router the other one fas0/1.…
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Is this good training material
Hello...I'm thinking about working on CCENT/CCNA after completing my BSIT. So, I'm looking at study material and ran across the Boson Kit for CCENT and CCNA (100-101/200-101) which includes the NetSim 9 simulator and labs. Has anybody used this package and what did you think of its value for passing these exams? thanks
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How do I load IOS image onto 2960 switch? Newbie help
I purchased a cisco 2960 switch for use with a home lab. After connecting to the console I get the following prompt in my emulator, switch:. I can't use any normal commands. What does this mean? EDIT 1: Upon using the boot command I'm getting the following error. How would I get the image from my PC to the switch and…
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Summarizing a block of IP addresses
How would you go about summarizing the following contiguous block of subnets: 10.48.226.x /25 10.48.227.x /25 all the way through to 10.48.252.x /25 I have the answer as 10.48.224.0 /19, however I am not sure why/how this is. Any advice would be appreciated.
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Passed 640-816!
Took 640-816 this morning and passed with a 916. Used CBT, Todd Lammle's book, Odom and the Bryant Advantage. Definitely didn't feel comfortable going into this. Even to the point of when I hit Next on the last question, I didn't think I did well. Glad it's done. Will probably give myself off the rest of the year before I…
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Need help to understand subnetting question
I have 192.168.4.0 network and it's subnetted with /26 mask and I need to know please what is the ip address can be assigned to host within the same subnet ?? from 192.168.4.X to 192.168.4.x Thanks
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CCNA Prerequisites
Hi, I have passed my CCNA data in 2010 and after I have passed my CCNA Voice in 2012 Now, my CCNA Voice arrive to expiration... I thought that my CCNA Voice extended the CCNA data. But Cisco say to me that CCNA Voice isn't valide! I need to pass another exam before ... Have you an idea? What exam? the exam 640-822? Thanks…
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What is TCP/IP?
I've been wondering... if I am asked in an interview to explain what TCP/IP is, how should I go about answering? Do I talk about the TCP/IP protocol suite, the reference model, or TCP over IP? I could ask the interviewer to clarify, but then risk them thinking I'm trying to be clever. How would you answer?
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NAT doubt
Hi I have this diagram below where you have to find the devices requiring NAT support to communicate with devices on the internet. What are they? Is Router B one of them which needs a NAT support? I will be greatly thankful for a helpful reply from anyone. Regards
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Passed!
On to Voice, and I'm taking a break! Materials: Score: 906 Official Cisco CCNA Security Book CBT Nuggets GNS3 for CCP practice and labbing
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Passed ICND2
Well, I finally took the exam on Thursday the 29th and passed with a score of 874. The exam is much more difficult in my opinion then the ICND 1. I actually thought I was going to fail but was surprised by the final score. My only 'weak' area was in the NAT section which I knew going into the test I wasn't totally clear…
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Spanning-tree Gig / Fa cost question
Hello all! I have been struggling for a while now with the STP election process. Every time I feel I have it 100% figured out something else pops up and confuses me. Right now I am having an issue with links when they connect from an ethernet to a gigabit port. For instance, a cable from Gi0/0 to Fa0/0. I am trying to…
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How does power failure cause DoS?
I read in a security chapter at Cisco Netacademy: "To reduce the possibility of DoS due to a power failure, install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) and keep spare components available." My question is, how does power failure cause DoS? The system would be down.
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What's Type 5 and what's Type 7
From Cisco NetAcademy: "Cisco recommends that Type 5 encryption be used instead of Type 7 whenever possible. MD5 encryption is a strong encryption method. It should be used whenever possible. It is configured by replacing the keyword password with secret." Is it saying the command "enable secret XXXX" uses type 5…
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Failed ICND1 : (
I scored a 762, needed 804 to pass. Took the 640-822 exam. It was mentally tough. I used Boson's ICND1 practice exam and it was not as hard as the real exam. Should I use other sources? Like? Perhaps I got a harder version of the exam? I did find the exam fun but challenging. Planning on taking it again in 2 weeks.
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Router to Router communication
Hi Can anyone please tell me how does one router handles the data as it travels from one Router to another router? I mean, say, I have the below topology- pc1<->Switch <->Router1<->Router2<->Switch<->pc2 In the above the pc1 wants to send data or ping to pc2,so it inserts a source IP address as its own address,destination…
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Wiring Correct?
Hey all, finally diving into my actual physical lab after going through some simulations and just want to make sure I have everything right. My main question is about DCE/DTE. I have the main router (2611 up top), and the other two down below (2620XM then 2610). I currently have the two cables with the DCE sides connected…
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Last day to take ICND 2
Hi guys, i´m not sure about this, is the september 30 the last day when i´ll can take the test? I mean, if i can go on september 30 and take the test? Thanks
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ICND1 (640-822) booked, few questions.
Hello everyone, I've gone through all my material (Cisco Press book + 101 Labs For The Cisco CCNA w/ home lab setup). I was wondering if anyone could offer any advice on how to review effectively, which topics are especially crucial, and any tips for the actual test day.
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ICND2 in the bag
So I might as well drop a line and say I passed the ICND2(640-816) test yesterday. It definitely feels good to have it done before the deadline! I was down to about 8 minutes with 4 questions left and was getting worried that I might have another sim remaining, but luckily I didn't. I thought the test was very fair, and…
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CCENT Booked
Well I'm finally pulling my finger out and have booked my CCENT exam in for 21st Sept. Was going to go for a full CCNA, but don't think I'm by any means ready for that as yet. What I plan to do is get this under my belt (fingers crossed) then look at doing a one of the Microsoft 2012 exams. Hopefully this will lead to a…
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Does route table mix routes of different protocol?
Say, a router has RIP and EIGRP run together, will I see mixed routes like "R" and "D" running "show ip route"?
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Passed ICND1 100-101
Passed today I scored 973 and i'm actually quite happy with that! Time was really an issue and i was afraid i wouldn't be able to finish in time, that timer in the corner really makes you sweat. I could almost hear it tick :D Just came to share my joy and say thanks for aswering my questions i'm sure i will be back with…
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DHCP question
Taking my icnd1 in a few days just trying to close some loose ends. I cannot seem to find any lab in my reading relating to setting up dhcp by command line. Also, how to specify what addresses are handed out. If anyone has some advice or a link to a lab it would help thanks.
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CCNA Certified :D
I passed my ICND2... Got 875 Thanks all you guys :D
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Do switches have serial ports?
Do switches have serial ports?
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question about "show ip route" output
R 10.10.10.8 [120/2] via 10.10.10.6,00:00:20, Serial0/1 From this route entry, can we say 10.10.10.6 is assigned to the router's serial0/1 interface? Does "00:00:20" mean it has been 20 seconds since the route was checked last time? When will the route be checked again?
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Should Keylifes match on a IPSEC?
I appreciate this may be a security based question. But was wondering what you guys recommend either the correct way or best practices. I understand you have the time out interval in phase 1 (lifetime) and a keylife interval in phase 2. Now my brief understanding is that life time is basically an idle time out for the…
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CCNA Practice Lab Setup
After finishing the 70-680 and some CIW certs its finally time for me to take on the CCNA. Its part of my WGU course this semester and I am hoping I can knock it out in two months. Now I am a complete noob when it comes to this so bear with me. I want to set up a lab where I can practice the concepts and reinforce them.…
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Question About InterVLAN Routing
By looking at the diagram in the link, Configuring InterVLAN Routing with Catalyst 3750/3560/3550 Series Switches - Cisco Systems Would the router have subinterfaces on Fa0/0 for each VLAN? Or is the layer 3 switch taking care of it? Is it safe to say that the router is running some kind of routing protocol so traffic is…
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Last minute Labs
Taking the ICND2 test on Saturday Sept 7th. Unfortunately I don't have my own equipment, but Packet Tracer has been very helpful. I am looking for some additional labs to do. In Particular on Frame relay, Inter VLAN switching, ACLs, and Static/Dynamic Routing. Any resources that help me practice and solidify some…
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ICND1 schedule for 8/29, a few questions
i have been studying since April. #1 I have been using the Boson practice exam. Do those practice exams closely match the real exam questions? #2 On the dry eraser board what would you suggest I write down there when I get in to the exam? I'm planning on putting down the powers of 2 up to 14, 128 64...and a few…
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Just gotta crow...
FINALLY!!! Passed my ICND2 exam this afternoon with a 916 :D ICND1 was last month, jammed an 899 on material i wasn't even studying for lmfao! This has been a very long road, literally 2+ yrs ago i started the self-study with CBT videos and Lammle's book; then signed up for official classes at my local community college,…
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CCNA Security tomorrow...nervous.
I feel like I'm ready, but there's about 10,000 butterflies in my stomach.
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Firewalls and the use of "any"
Hello, Another throw away line in the OCG that I have a question about.... You should avoid using "any" when configuring a firewall and all ports / IP's should be stated. Good theory, but how does that account for randomly chosen source ports for TCP connections? I can't predict the source port my PC will use when it opens…
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ICND2 - Static Route Candidate?
Hi Everyone, This is fascinating. Am i reading this right? That the IOS is suggesting to make a route a static route? Look down to the red. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> R4#show ip route Codes: C - connected, S - static, R - RIP, M - mobile, B - BGP D - EIGRP, EX - EIGRP external, O - OSPF,…
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FLASH vs NVRAM save locations?
I'm a little confused about this chapter regarding saving and restoring your startup-config file. The book says to backup your startup-config use a command like this: copy startup-config flash:config.bak1 Restore it with this: copy flash:config.bak1 startup-config But then in the next section dealing with backing up to a…
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Passed ICND1 and ICND2 CCNA path
I decided to break the certification down into two tests. I've been in IT for almost 10 years but always used other vendors' equipment. Studied off and on over the winter using the Odom ICND1 & 2 books, Browning's CCNA in 60 days, and 101 CCNA labs. I also have a few 2950's and 2620XM's for physical labs, but I found…
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Different scenario in subnetting
How does these type of subnetting questions are answered: You need to divide the 172.24.0.0 network into 600 subnets with 50 hosts per subnet. What subnet mask should you use? How many subnets and hosts per subnet can you get from the network 172.23.0.0 255.255.255.240? Detailed breakdown would be extremely grateful,…
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ICND2 Test numbers 640-816 / 200-101 CAUTION!!
Greeting all! I wanted to pass on a HUGE mistake I made twice now. As I'm sure most of you know, the ICND1&2 test formats change on September 30. I was aware of this. What I did not realize, was that the new format is currently LIVE. You have the option of selecting EITHER the ICND2 640-816 or ICND2 200-101. I have spent…
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Paying to take a Cisco test
I'm low on cash and was going to pay for my Cisco test with my credit card. Unfortunately, Pearson Vue doesn't take Discover, which is the only one I have. Is there a way around this somehow? Pay some other entity for a voucher or something with the card?
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Enough for the CCENT/CCNA?
I am using the following combination to prepare for the CCENT/CCNA, please advise if this will be sufficient. Reading: Wendell Odom, Official Cert Guide Third Edition 640-822 (will buy the ICND2 after passing ICND1) Watching: CBT Nuggets Videos Labbing: Packet Tracing Labs - Using the labs from Cisco.netacad.net - I have…
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640-802 CCNA and 200-120 CCNAX?
I'm currently taking a four module class that goes until mid-October that is preparing me for the 640-802 exam. Will I be able to just sit for the 200-120 exam? What changes can I expect, or are the new changes really for 100-101 (640-822) and 200-101 (640-816)? In case you're wondering, the modules go: Module 1:…
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Best Practice Exam for ICND2
I need to know what other best practice exam programs for ICND2 v1 out there - I have Odom's book at the moment (practice exam is hard) and Lammle's CCNA book as well. Thanks!
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CCENT vs. Network+
Hey all, I'm new here but I've posted a few general questions and gotten some great advice about how to start an IT career. I'm studying for the CompTIA A+ exams so I have a good starting point, but I'm wondering about the CCENT. My real interest is security eventually - but Network+ and Security+ recommend the A+, which…
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clock rates
for configuring serial links, is there a standard or will any number do? I usually use 64000
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ICND2 Fail
Failed ICND2 today with 774. I'm not upset because it was fair and what I deserved. Already rescheduled for next week. :) Purchased Boson ExSim for ICND2 and I must say that these questions are very similar to the actual exam questions, in wording and material assessed. Hoping for a passing score on the 3rd!
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Start with CCENT or CCNA?
Hi All, Just wanting some help from you guys that have sat these courses already. I have done very little with Cisco gear, but want to learn to help my career (we have lots of Cisco gear we manage). I'd be starting from scratch with only knowing about 5 Cisco commands to do basic tasks. So the question is CCENT or CCNA…
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OSPF network command is confusing
If I understood it correctly the ospf network command does two things.* What interface to send HELLO packets on * What networks to advertise to our neighbors A command of network 17.16.0.1 0.0.0.0 area 1 does that mean that ospf neighbors will only have a route to 17.16.0.1 and not to 17.16.0.2 or 17.16.0.254? I tested…
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Terminal Server PT 6
Has anyone managed to get reverse telnet to work in Packet tracer ? I keep getting a " connection refused by remote host " Topology : PC consoled to 1941 ISR with HWIC 8 A/S used the octal cables to connect the HWIC to R1 and R2 ( 2620 xms )
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Just a little tip from something that I was working on earlier (DTP)...
Working on my home network earlier and ran across some unknown protocol drops on one of my internal interfaces. This interface is connected to a switch. Did the usual google searches and found that my switch was running CDP while it was disabled on my router. I disabled that, reset the counters, and still found random…
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ICND 2 vs. 640-802 test
I took the full 640-802 CCNA test recently and didn't do so well (thought I'm working to rectify that now). For those of you who have taken it and the ICND 2 tests, do you consider it easier or harder than the full 802 test? I know theoretically it shouldn't be any different, but reality sometimes says different.
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CCNA 1 Practical Exam Prep
Hi all, Apart from the final theory exam for CCNA1 i know there is a practical exam. Can anyone give me some tips on what to study and especially what was in your practical exam as i know they vary slightly Thanks all
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So what has people done next after obtaining the CCNA?
as the title suggests what have you done? i was sorta thinking CCNA Security>CCNP? or should it be done the otherway CCNP>CCNA Security? Thanks
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More reasons phones are not registering
In addition to the tricks you can use in the hardware section of the introduction of the lab manual, you also need to name your voice vlan. I could not figure out for the life of me why the phones were not registering. A simple vlan 25 name Voice command fixed the problem. It did not matter if I did not name the access…
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Recommended switches and places to buy?
I registered to take the 200-120 exam within 3 months and want to make a practice lab. Which budget switches should I buy and where's the best place to get them? Thanks for your help in advance!
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ICND2 - Link State Periodic Updates - Periodic Update versus Reflooding???
Hi Everyone, I am going to get very specific for this question because Odom is confusing me. On page 352, in the chart, it says OSPF and EIGRP do not send periodic updates, however in a paragraph on page 371, it clearly says that OSPF 'refloods' every 30 minutes (RIP sends every 30 seconds). So, is reflooding different…
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CCENT (100-101 ICND1) lab
Hi All, Just wanting to know what sort of devices that you need for the CCENT labbing - will also be looking to go for the second exam to obtain the CCNA (can the same devices be used for both?) Thanks in advanced!
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ICND2 in 3 hours
I have my ICND2 exam @ 2.00 PM.... Wish me luck :)
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ICND2 - VLSM, which IP's will be rejected?
Hi Everyone, Ok, I'm missing something somewhere. I don't see it mentioned in the Odom book, but its in the practice questions. What are the conditions that an ip address gets rejected? Thanks,
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practice test for icnd2
I have studied a real lot of stuff and need to verify if i know everything with some practice tests. however, i am confused and cant decide which to choose between boson or ucertify i used boson for icnd1 and felt it was ok. but i felt there were not that many questions.their simulator was good though. i am thinking of…
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ATM-T1-4T1-IMA module and the 2611XM
I have an ATM-T1-4T1-IMA module. I've tried to get this to work in a 2611XM but I keep getting messages to the effect that the module is not recognized. Everything I have seen so far online indicates that this module should work. Any idea what I am missing?
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Feedback - VLSM Assignment
I'd like to know if this is correct? By the way, I attached the diagram to Word. Configurations: Router 0 interface FastEthernet0/0 ip address 200.10.200.1 255.255.255.192 duplex auto speed auto ! interface FastEthernet0/1 no ip address duplex auto speed auto shutdown ! interface Serial0/0/0 ip address 192.168.1.2…
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Routed vs. Routing protocols
This is a fairly simple topic, but I'm gonna post it anyway so that it sticks in my head! Are RoutED protocols confined to the network layer? Or is pretty much any protocol that is _not_ a routING protocol and can be forwarded by a router (i.e. not netbuei)? a routed protocol?
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Hardware knowledge
Is it neccessary to have physical work exerience on hardware(routers/switch) to crack CCNA exam.
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Cisco 2950 switch, would it come with IOS installed?
I've been looking at purchasing a "new" Cisco 2950 switch. Whether it's new or not, I don't know but it looks in good condition. Would these routers typically come with IOS pre-installed from the factory? Or do they come "bare" requiring the licensed customer to install the latest version? I'm just wondering if I should…
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Odom CCNA Book - Arrived!
Finally received the 200-120 Odom study guide! Focusing on the CCENT first instead of the 1-exam route. I've been studying the new CBT Nuggets by Jeremy for a couple of weeks now but I think I'm going to put them on the back burner and start with the book (or should I finish the video series first?)
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Digi CM32 plugging in
I just received a Digi CM32 and I am lost on how to get this connected to my PC. I have read through the forums, searched online for an embarrassing amount of time and I need to get back to my studies. Listing what I have tried will take too long, but the "reset factory settings" button perplexes me as it does not seem to…
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Failed ICND 1(640-822) twice.
I have taken the ICND 1 twice and both time I have failed it. Below are the dates, results and the scores I received. Date: May 1 2013 Results: Describe the operation of data networks: 43% Implement a small switched network: 71% Implement an IP addressing scheme and IP services to meet network requirements for a small…
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Re-Certify CCNA Changes Since 2007
Hi All, I got my CCNA back in 2007 and it has since expired. I'm planning to re-certify ASAP & then progress to CCNP...etc from there. I still have the Sybex 6th edition book which is great. I know there were some additions to the CCNA since I took it and I'm curious if my current book is sufficient. I've been a Network…
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SNMP Config - and the ACL
When entering a SNMP config line: e.g. snmp-server community "examplestring" ro 10. the 10 references a ACL - does this ACL then need to be applied to an interface that the requesting SNMP device is going to come in on? or is it just to identify the sequesters IP? Cant really find a good explanation of this anywhere.…
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ICND 2 on 23/08/2013
So was wondering on advice on what other people do to prepare when its only days away? my first attempt at ICND 2 happened when i forgot about it untill 24hours before because of doing back to back interviews so here is the breakdown of what i got last time650/1000 (pass mark was 825Breakdown:VLANs and inter-switch…
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CCNA exam in 7 days
Hello guys, I have finally decided to give my CCNA exam on 31 aug which is about 7 days from now . Honestly i am freaking out. What topics should i focus on and what simulations should i practice in these final days. It would be really helpful if you guys could help me out.
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ICND2 in the bag
After failing ICND2 last week with a 790, i went back in today and passed it w/ a 916. Studied w/ the following: CCNA ICND2 640-816 Official Cert Guide, 3rd Edition Packet Tracer INETraining videos CBT Nugget videos Next stop: CCNA Security and then JNCIA