CCNP 2.0: Routing Exam 640-503 (Hardcover)

Network professionals seeking the brand-new CCNP 2.0 certification must pass Cisco's new Routing Exam (640-503) replaces the earlier Advanced Cisco Router Configuration Exam. In this book, one of the world's leading Cisco networking trainers offers start-to-finish coverage of every exam objective -- including extensive labs and scenarios that deliver real, hands-on practice! Begin by reviewing the key challenges associated with building scalable, reliable, secure Cisco enterprise networks. Understand the causes of network congestion, and your options for preventing it; then review each type of queuing available for controlling internetwork traffic, including Weighted Fair, Priority, and Custom Queuing. Walk through setting up and maintaining standard and extended access lists for controlling TCP/IP traffic; and managing IPX and AppleTalk traffic. Next, review routing protocols in depth, including Link State, Distance Vector, and Hybrid protocols; and master Variable Length Subnet Masking and Network Address Translation. The book includes in-depth coverage of Cisco's powerful EIGRP and OSPF protocols, including configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance; techniques for providing ISP connectivity with both BGP and static/default routes; and routing optimization. You'll also find a full chapter on Dial-on-Demand Routing.