pearson-200-301 ISBN: 978-1-64459-143-7
CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide
Prepare for the Cisco CCNA certification exam with the CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide. The CCNA course covers the CCNA 200-301 exam objectives and teaches you how to work with network fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, IP services, security fundamentals, and automation and programmability. The course has the best CCNA exam practice questions, flashcards, and other interactive resources that will prepare you for the CCNA exam.
The Cisco CCNA 200-301 certification enables you to demonstrate your knowledge of IT fundamentals. The CCNA exam covers the foundational networking knowledge that you’ll need to get your career in networking. The CCNA 220-301 exam validates that the candidate has the knowledge and skills required to compare TCP to UDP, configure and verify IPv4 addressing and subnetting, configure and verify IPv6 addressing and prefix.
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02 / Lessons & labs
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Lessons
66 Interactive Lessons · 255 topics01 Introduction 2 topics +
- About Cisco Certifications and CCNA
- Course Organization, Lessons, and Appendixes
02 Introduction to TCP/IP Networking 4 topics +
- Perspectives on Networking
- TCP/IP Networking Model
- Data Encapsulation Terminology
- Review All the Key Topics
03 Fundamentals of Ethernet LANs 5 topics +
- An Overview of LANs
- Building Physical Ethernet LANs with UTP
- Building Physical Ethernet LANs with Fiber
- Sending Data in Ethernet Networks
- Review All the Key Topics
04 Fundamentals of WANs and IP Routing 4 topics +
- Wide-Area Networks
- IP Routing
- Other Network Layer Features
- Review All the Key Topics
05 Using the Command-Line Interface 4 topics +
- Accessing the Cisco Catalyst Switch CLI
- Configuring Cisco IOS Software
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
06 Analyzing Ethernet LAN Switching 4 topics +
- LAN Switching Concepts
- Verifying and Analyzing Ethernet Switching
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
07 Configuring Basic Switch Management 5 topics +
- Securing the Switch CLI
- Enabling IPv4 for Remote Access
- Miscellaneous Settings Useful in the Lab
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
08 Configuring and Verifying Switch Interfaces 4 topics +
- Configuring Switch Interfaces
- Analyzing Switch Interface Status and Statistics
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
09 Implementing Ethernet Virtual LANs 5 topics +
- Virtual LAN Concepts
- VLAN and VLAN Trunking Configuration and Verification
- Troubleshooting VLANs and VLAN Trunks
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
10 Spanning Tree Protocol Concepts 4 topics +
- STP and RSTP Basics
- Details Specific to STP (and Not RSTP)
- Rapid STP Concepts
- Review All the Key Topics
11 RSTP and EtherChannel Configuration 4 topics +
- Understanding RSTP Through Configuration
- Configuring Layer 2 EtherChannel
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
12 Perspectives on IPv4 Subnetting 5 topics +
- Introduction to Subnetting
- Analyze Subnetting and Addressing Needs
- Make Design Choices
- Plan the Implementation
- Review All the Key Topics
13 Analyzing Classful IPv4 Networks 3 topics +
- Classful Network Concepts
- Practice with Classful Networks
- Review All the Key Topics
14 Analyzing Subnet Masks 3 topics +
- Subnet Mask Conversion
- Identifying Subnet Design Choices Using Masks
- Review All the Key Topics
15 Analyzing Existing Subnets 5 topics +
- Defining a Subnet
- Analyzing Existing Subnets: Binary
- Analyzing Existing Subnets: Decimal
- Practice Analyzing Existing Subnets
- Review All the Key Topics
16 Operating Cisco Routers 4 topics +
- Installing Cisco Routers
- Enabling IPv4 Support on Cisco Router Interfaces
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
17 Configuring IPv4 Addresses and Static Routes 6 topics +
- IP Routing
- Configuring IP Addresses and Connected Routes
- Configuring Static Routes
- IP Forwarding with the Longest Prefix Match
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
18 IP Routing in the LAN 5 topics +
- VLAN Routing with Router 802.1Q Trunks
- VLAN Routing with Layer 3 Switch SVIs
- VLAN Routing with Layer 3 Switch Routed Ports
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
19 Troubleshooting IPv4 Routing 4 topics +
- Problem Isolation Using the ping Command
- Problem Isolation Using the traceroute Command
- Telnet and SSH
- Review All the Key Topics
20 Understanding OSPF Concepts 4 topics +
- Comparing Dynamic Routing Protocol Features
- OSPF Concepts and Operation
- OSPF Areas and LSAs
- Review All the Key Topics
21 Implementing OSPF 5 topics +
- Implementing Single-Area OSPFv2
- Using OSPFv2 Interface Subcommands
- Additional OSPFv2 Features
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
22 OSPF Network Types and Neighbors 4 topics +
- OSPF Network Types
- OSPF Neighbor Relationships
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
23 Fundamentals of IP Version 6 3 topics +
- Introduction to IPv6
- IPv6 Addressing Formats and Conventions
- Review All the Key Topics
24 IPv6 Addressing and Subnetting 3 topics +
- Global Unicast Addressing Concepts
- Unique Local Unicast Addresses
- Review All the Key Topics
25 Implementing IPv6 Addressing on Routers 4 topics +
- Implementing Unicast IPv6 Addresses on Routers
- Special Addresses Used by Routers
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
26 Implementing IPv6 Routing 5 topics +
- Connected and Local IPv6 Routes
- Static IPv6 Routes
- The Neighbor Discovery Protocol
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
27 Fundamentals of Wireless Networks 5 topics +
- Comparing Wired and Wireless Networks
- Wireless LAN Topologies
- Other Wireless Topologies
- RF Overview
- Review All the Key Topics
28 Analyzing Cisco Wireless Architectures 5 topics +
- Autonomous AP Architecture
- Cloud-based AP Architecture
- Split-MAC Architectures
- Comparing Wireless LAN Controller Deployments
- Review All the Key Topics
29 Securing Wireless Networks 6 topics +
- Anatomy of a Secure Connection
- Wireless Client Authentication Methods
- Wireless Privacy and Integrity Methods
- WPA, WPA2, and WPA3
- Lesson Review
- Review All the Key Topics
30 Building a Wireless LAN 5 topics +
- Connecting a Cisco AP
- Accessing a Cisco WLC
- Connecting a Cisco WLC
- Configuring a WLAN
- Review All the Key Topics
31 Appendix A: Numeric Reference Tables +
32 Appendix B: Study Planner +
33 Appendix C: Topics from Previous Editions 5 topics +
- IPv4 Address Types
- Bandwidth and Clock Rate on Serial Interfaces
- Using traceroute to Isolate the Problem to Two Routers
- Troubleshooting Static IPv6 Routes
- Default Routes with SLAAC on Router Interfaces
34 Appendix D: Analyzing Ethernet LAN Designs 3 topics +
- Analyzing Collision Domains and Broadcast Domains
- Analyzing Campus LAN Topologies
- Analyzing LAN Physical Standard Choices
35 Appendix E: Subnet Design 2 topics +
- Choosing the Mask(s) to Meet Requirements
- Finding All Subnet IDs
36 Appendix F: Practice for Appendix E: Subnet Design 2 topics +
- Mask Design Practice Problems
- Practice Finding All Subnet IDs
37 Appendix G: Variable-Length Subnet Masks 3 topics +
- VLSM Concepts and Configuration
- Finding VLSM Overlaps
- Adding a New Subnet to an Existing VLSM Design
38 Appendix H: Spanning Tree Protocol Implementation 4 topics +
- Implementing STP
- Implementing Optional STP Features
- Implementing RSTP
- Command References
39 Appendix I: LAN Troubleshooting 4 topics +
- Troubleshooting STP
- Troubleshooting Layer 2 EtherChannel
- Analyzing the Switch Data Plane Forwarding
- Troubleshooting VLANs and VLAN Trunks
40 Appendix J: Troubleshooting IPv4 Routing Protocols 4 topics +
- Perspectives on Troubleshooting Routing Protocol Problems
- Interfaces Enabled with a Routing Protocol
- Neighbor Relationships
- Command References
41 Appendix K: Exam Topics Cross Reference 2 topics +
- CCNA 200-301 Exam Topic Order
- Course Lesson Order Versus CCNA 200-301 Exam Topics
42 Introduction 2 topics +
- About Cisco Certifications and CCNA
- Course Organization, Lessons, and Appendixes
43 Introduction to TCP/IP Transport and Applications 3 topics +
- TCP/IP Layer 4 Protocols: TCP and UDP
- TCP/IP Applications
- Review All the Key Topics
44 Basic IPv4 Access Control Lists 5 topics +
- IPv4 Access Control List Basics
- Standard Numbered IPv4 ACLs
- Practice Applying Standard IP ACLs
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
45 Advanced IPv4 Access Control Lists 4 topics +
- Extended Numbered IP Access Control Lists
- Named ACLs and ACL Editing
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
46 Security Architectures 5 topics +
- Security Terminology
- Common Security Threats
- Controlling and Monitoring User Access
- Developing a Security Program to Educate Users
- Review All the Key Topics
47 Securing Network Devices 4 topics +
- Securing IOS Passwords
- Firewalls and Intrusion Prevention Systems
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
48 Implementing Switch Port Security 4 topics +
- Port Security Concepts and Configuration
- Port Security Violation Modes
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
49 Implementing DHCP 4 topics +
- Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
- Identifying Host IPv4 Settings
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
50 DHCP Snooping and ARP Inspection 4 topics +
- DHCP Snooping
- Dynamic ARP Inspection
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
51 Device Management Protocols 5 topics +
- System Message Logging (Syslog)
- Network Time Protocol (NTP)
- Analyzing Topology Using CDP and LLDP
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
52 Network Address Translation 5 topics +
- Perspectives on IPv4 Address Scalability
- Network Address Translation Concepts
- NAT Configuration and Troubleshooting
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
53 Quality of Service (QoS) 6 topics +
- Introduction to QoS
- Classification and Marking
- Queuing
- Shaping and Policing
- Congestion Avoidance
- Review All the Key Topics
54 Miscellaneous IP Services 5 topics +
- First Hop Redundancy Protocol
- Simple Network Management Protocol
- FTP and TFTP
- Command References
- Review All the Key Topics
55 LAN Architecture 4 topics +
- Analyzing Campus LAN Topologies
- Small Office/Home Office
- Power over Ethernet (PoE)
- Review All the Key Topics
56 WAN Architecture 4 topics +
- Metro Ethernet
- Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS)
- Internet VPNs
- Review All the Key Topics
57 Cloud Architecture 4 topics +
- Server Virtualization
- Cloud Computing Services
- WAN Traffic Paths to Reach Cloud Services
- Review All the Key Topics
58 Introduction to Controller-Based Networking 4 topics +
- SDN and Controller-Based Networks
- Examples of Network Programmability and SDN
- Comparing Traditional Versus Controller-Based Networks
- Review All the Key Topics
59 Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA) 4 topics +
- SDA Fabric, Underlay, and Overlay
- DNA Center and SDA Operation
- DNA Center as a Network Management Platform
- Review All the Key Topics
60 Understanding REST and JSON 3 topics +
- REST-Based APIs
- Data Serialization and JSON
- Review All the Key Topics
61 Understanding Ansible, Puppet, and Chef 3 topics +
- Device Configuration Challenges and Solutions
- Ansible, Puppet, and Chef Basics
- Review All the Key Topics
62 Appendix A: Numeric Reference Tables +
63 Appendix B: Topics from Previous Editions 9 topics +
- Cisco Device Hardening
- Implementing DHCP
- Troubleshooting with IPv4 ACLs
- Implementing HSRP
- Gateway Load Balancing Protocol (GLBP)
- Implementing Simple Network Management Protocol
- Analyzing LAN Physical Standard Choices
- Metro Ethernet
- MPLS VPNs
64 Appendix C: Exam Topics Cross-Reference 2 topics +
- CCNA 200-301 Exam Topic Order
- Course Lessons, with Exam Topics Covered in Each
65 Appendix D: Study Planner +
66 Appendix E: Previous Edition ICND1 Lesson 35: Managing IOS Files 4 topics +
- Managing Cisco IOS Images and Upgrades
- Password Recovery
- Managing Configuration Files
- Command References
03 / Exam details
CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Details
Prepare for the Cisco CCNA certification exam with the CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide. The CCNA course covers the CCNA 200-301 exam objectives and teaches you how to work with network fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, IP services, security fundamentals, and automation and programmability. The course has the best CCNA exam practice questions, flashcards, and other interactive resources that will prepare you for the CCNA exam.
Questions
100-120
(per exam)
Duration
120 minutes
(per exam)
Passing Score
800-850
(on a scale of 1000)
Exam Fee
USD 300
(per exam)
Delivered by
Pearson VUE
(in-person or online)
Question Format
Simlet Testlet Simulation Drag-and-drop...
single/multiple choice, performance-based
Practice Tests
1145 Practice Questions
(mapped to official exam objectives)
Certification
pearson-200-301
Cisco credential
04 / FAQs
Questions before you start
What are the prerequisites for this exam?+
There is no formal requirements for taking the new exam. However, Cisco recommends that the candidate should have:
- An understanding of all exam topics
- Good grasps of network fundamentals
- One or more years of experience with computer networking and Cisco equipments
What is the exam registration fee?+
USD 300
Where do I take the exam?+
What is the format of the exam?+
- Simlet
- Testlet
- Simulation
- Drag-and-drop
- Fill-in-the-blank
- Multiple choice (single and multiple answers)
How many questions are asked in the exam?+
The exam contains 100-120 questions.
What is the duration of the exam?+
120 minutes
What is the passing score?+
800-850
(on a scale of 300-1000)
What is the exam's retake policy?+
The policies for retaking exams are as follows:
- Candidates who fail an Associate, Professional, or Specialist exam must wait a period of five (5) calendar days, beginning the day after the failed attempt, before they may retest for the same exam.
- Candidates who fail any Cisco Certified Internetwork Experts (CCIE) certification or Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) written exam must wait for a period of 15 calendar days, beginning the day after the failed attempt, before retaking the same exam.
- Once passed, a candidate must wait a minimum of 180 days before taking the same exam with an identical exam number.
- Candidates who violate these policies are in violation of the agreement. Such conduct is strictly prohibited as described in the Cisco certification and confidentiality agreement.
Where can I find more information about this exam?+
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