Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks Bcmsn Authorized Self-study Guide

by Richard Froom

&> Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN) Fourth Edition   Foundation learning for CCNP 642-812 BCMSN   Richard Froom, CCIE® No. 5102 Balaji Sivasubramanian Erum Frahim, CCIE No. 7549   Authorized Self-Study Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN), Fourth Edition, is a Cisco® authorized, self-paced learning tool for CCNP® switching foundation learning. You will learn how to create scalable multilayer switched networks by installing, configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting network infrastructure equipment for a campus switched network and integrate advanced technologies such as VoIP and wireless.   This comprehensive book provides detailed information and 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 clearly 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 and review questions provide you with an opportunity to assess and 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.   Richard Froom, CCIE® No. 5102, is a technical leader for the Data Center, Switching and Wireless (DSW), and Storage Area Networking (SAN) Test Lab at Cisco.   Balaji Sivasubramanian, CCNP, is an escalation engineer for the Gigabit Switching Business Unit (GSBU) at Cisco.   Erum Frahim, CCIE No. 7549, is a senior support engineer working for the Data Center, DSW, and SAN Test Lab at Cisco.    
Foreword Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction to Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks
Chapter 2 The Roles of Switches in Designing Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks Chapter 3 Initial Configuration and Troubleshooting of Cisco Multilayer Switches   Chapter 4 Implementing and Configuring VLANs Chapter 5 Understanding and Configuring the 802.1D, 802.1s, and 802.1w Spanning Tree  Chapter 6 Adding Resiliency to Spanning Tree Using Advanced Features and Troubleshooting STP Issues Chapter 7 Enhancing Network Stability, Functionality, Reliability, and Performance Using Advanced Features   Chapter 8 Understanding and Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing Chapter 9 Understanding and Configuring Multilayer Switching   Chapter 10 Understanding and Implementing Quality of Service in Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks Chapter 11 Deploying Multicast in the Multilayer Switched Network
Chapter 12 Design Network Resiliency, Redundancy, and High Availability in Multilayer Switched Networks Chapter 13 Best Practices for Deploying Cisco IP Telephony Using Cisco Catalyst Switches
Chapter 14 Securing Your Multilayer Switched Network to Minimize Service Loss and Data Theft Chapter 15 Introduction to the Catalyst Switching Architectures Chapter 16  Designing, Building, and Connecting Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks Using Metro Solutions
Chapter 17 Performance and Connectivity Troubleshooting Tools for Multilayer Switches Chapter 18 Introducing Wireless into the Campus Network Review Questions Appendix A Answers to Review Questions Index  


This volume is in the Certification Self-Study Series offered by Cisco Press®. Books in this series provide officially developed self-study solutions to help networking professionals understand technology implementations and prepare for the Cisco Career Certifications examinations.   Cisco Certification CCNP BCMSN Exam 642-812   $65.00 USA / $81.00 CAN    

925 pages, Hardcover

First published February 25, 2007

Reviews

[Steven Thomas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Taught BCMSN class using this textbook. Most students loved it. It was pretty timely and useful at the time for preparing for the certification AND actually learning the skill set.

[Kevin · Rating 3 out of 5]

My newest current nemesis.
About a quarter through, only new thing for me is binding multiple ports into channels. That SEEMS cost prohibitive to use up 8 ports, plus 8 in reserve, to pass traffic between switches.

1/2 done, only a couple things that I cant find on our networks.
2nd half seems to be QoS, wireless & DBU/HSRP. Shouldnt be too bad.