CCNP Self-Study: Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN), 2nd Edition
- By Richard Froom, Balaji Sivasubramanian, Erum Frahim.
- Published by Cisco Press.
- Series: Self-Study Guide.
- Published: Apr 8, 2004
- Copyright 2004
- Dimensions: 7-3/8" x 9-1/8"
- Pages: 816
- Edition: 2nd
- Book
- ISBN-10: 1-58705-150-8
- ISBN-13: 978-1-58705-150-0
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Learn CCNP BCMSN 642-811 network switching concepts with the only early stage book authorized by Cisco Systems.
CCNP Self-Study: Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN), 2nd Edition, is a self-study learning resource for CCNP and CCDP certification candidates preparing for the BCMSN 642-811 exam. This self-study resource includes sample questions and answers and lab excercises in each chapter. Including coverage of intermediate to advance networking switching technologies, this book helps CCNP candidates, as well as networking professionals, gain an understanding of switching fundamentals and best practices. Switching topics found in this book include Layer 2 and 3 switching, AVVID deployments in multilayer switching networks, QoS, CEF-based MLS, Catalyst switching architectures, and an introduction to Metro Ethernet. This is the only book authorized by Cisco Systems for early-stage, self-study learning of the BCMSN topics.
The CCNP certification indicates advanced or journeyman knowledge of networks. One of the four requirements to achieve CCNP certification is passing the BCMSN exam. Focused on intermediate-level switching issues, the BCMSN exam assesses a candidate's skill at building campus networks using multilayer switching technologies over high speed Ethernet. The exam addresses both routing and switching concepts, covering both Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies including IP multicast. The BCMSN exam is also a requirement for CCDP certification.
CCIE candidates will also find this book useful for studying the switching portion of the CCIE written and lab tests.
This book is a complete rewrite of the best-selling Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks from Cisco Press from Cisco Press. In addition, this book contains two chapters outside the realm of the BCMSN switching exam, Introduction to Storage Networking and Introduction to Catalyst Switching Architectures.
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This review is for the 3rd edition,
This review is from: CCNP Self-Study: Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN) (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)
CCNP Self-Study: Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN) Third Editionby Richard Froom, Balaji Sivasubramanian, Erum Frahim ISBN 1587052199 Very soon this book will take the place of Cisco LAN switching which is a must read for everyone preparing for the CCIE R & S and CCIE Security Exam. It covers all the latest features and even though a lot of concepts presented are outside the spectrum of the CCNP (Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks) Exam they are needed for a complete understanding of the Catalyst switches. Now the BCMSN exam is not what it used to be and so reading book gives the necessary confidence needed to take this tough simulation based exam. It explains in depth the building blocks of Cisco multilayer switched networks from mostly a Catalyst switch and Cisco IOS perspective which is capable of configuring both Layer 2 and Layer 3 features. Cisco multilayer switches offer additional Layer 2 features to enhance the... Read more 
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This review is from: CCNP Self-Study: Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN) (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)
This is the second CCNP book I have purchased (and my 8th Cisco Press book). I have mostly been satisfied with the quality and reduced number of errors/typos in these technical books until now. This book is filled with errors and typos. For example, Catalyst 4305, Catalyst 3570, NAS = Network Area Storage, DCHP snooping, MFSC, Fire Services module!, etc. One figure is repeated twice to illustrate two different concepts. The questions and answers numbering dosen't match in the appendix. The text doesn't reflect the figures in many instances. Finally, the author mentions concepts without explaining them. There are even some mistakes in command line examples!This is very disconcerting because it is the Cisco authorized self-study book for CCNP switching FOUNDATION learning. "Foundation" learning???? Having almost finished reading it, I am not understanding MANY concepts mentioned. I cannot beleive the 3 technical reviewers did not catch all these errors and... Read more
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I bought this book to use in my preparation for the simulation-based BCMSN exam. I needed to renew my CCNP/CCDP and did not want to take the composite exam so I opted to take both the BSCI and BCMSN. I pretty much used only this book to prepare (of course, I had passed the previous version of this exam so the previous statement is not completely accurate). I passed with flying colors and credit this book. I would recommend it for that purpose.
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Table of Contents
Foreword.
Introduction.
1. Introduction to Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks.
2. The Roles of Switches in Designing Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks.
3. Initial Configuration and Troubleshooting of Cisco Multilayer Switches.
4. Implementing and Configuring VLANs.
5. Understanding and Configuring the 802.1D, 802.1s, and 802.1w Spanning-Tree Protocols.
6. Understanding and Configuring Cisco-Specific Spanning Tree Protocol Features and Troubleshooting STP.
7. Configuring Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features.
8. Understanding and Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing.
9. Understanding and Configuring Multilayer Switching.
10. Understanding and Implementing Quality of Service in Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks.
11. Deploying Multicast in the Multilayer Switched Network.
12. Implementing High Availability Options in Multilayer Switches.
13. Introduction to Deploying Cisco IP Telephony.
14. Implementing Management and Data Plane Security Features on Cisco Catalyst Switches.
15. Introduction to the Catalyst Switching Architectures.
16. Introduction to Storage Networking.
17. Designing, Building, and Connecting Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks Using Metro Solutions.
18. Performance and Connectivity Troubleshooting Tools for Multilayer Switches.
Appendix A: In-Depth Review of 802.3u and 802.3ad Auto-Negotiation.
Appendix B: Answers to Review Questions.
Index.
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