CCNA
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The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA). Is an entry level test designed to bring you into the world of networking and Cisco. It covers basic networking including the OSI model, subnetting, something. In addition it goes further and explains and shows you how to configure IP, Serial, Frame Relay, RIP, IGRP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, and Access Lists.
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[edit] Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to the CCNA
[edit] UPDATES
The CCNA will be changing August 15, 2007. There will still be the option of taking two exams, or the single exam. The last day to take the old CCNA exam(s) is November 6, 2007
The new CCNA is achieved as such:
[640-822 ICND1] + [640-816 ICND2]
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Passing the ICND1 exam alone will earn you the CCENT certification. Passing the ICND1+ICND2 exams or the CCNA exam will earn you the CCNA certification.
The new CCENT/CCNA books will be released August 31, 2007. Please see [CiscoPress.com/CCNA] for details.
[edit] Test Numbers
There are currently two ways to obtain your CCNA. One options is to take two seperate tests or you can take a composite test which incorporates both tests together.
It is arguable to which one is easier and it really depends on your background, study ability, timeline and personal preference.
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[640-821 INTRO] - Introduction to Cisco Networking Technologies (INTRO)
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[640-811 ICND] - Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices (ICND)
[edit] Recommended Books
- CCENT/CCNA ICND1 Official Exam Certification Guide (CCENT Exam 640-822 and CCNA Exam 640-802), 2nd Edition 1587201828[1]
- CCNA ICND2 Official Exam Certification Guide (CCNA Exams 640-816 and 640-802), 2nd Edition 158720181X[2]
- CCNA Portable Command Guide, 2nd Edition ISBN 1587201933[3]
- CCNA Self-Study: CCNA Preparation Library (640-801), 6th Edition ISBN 1587051842 [4]
- CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate Study Guide, 5th Edition (640-801) ISBN 0782143911 [5]
