Cisco TCP/IP Routing Professional Reference [Paperback]

Chris Lewis (Conductor)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 9, 2000 | ISBN-10: 0072125578 | ISBN-13: 978-0072125573 | Edition: 3

The third edition of this work has been updated and expanded to include the latest information on Cisco's next generation of routers. All configurations and examples have been revised to reflect the latest IOS versions.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

An absolute gem of a reference guide, Cisco TCP/IP Routing Professional Reference brings the empyreal realm of routers and protocols solidly to earth. The author provides excellent analogies coupled with practical tips, making this book suitable for those new to the strange terrain of Cisco routers and TCP/IP networking as well as for the seasoned pro. It also boasts what may be the clearest explanation we've encountered of the seven-layer Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model, an oft-repeated instance in which the author nimbly avoids technobabble.

The first two chapters lay the groundwork for operating Cisco routers within the context of the TCP/IP protocol suite and are absolute must-reads for networking novices. From there, he dives headlong into such nitty-gritty subjects as configuring Cisco routers and implementing popular WAN technologies like Frame Relay and ISDN.

The book wraps up with two exceedingly practical chapters: the first examines how to build a TCP/IP router-based network and covers such key issues as management and security; the second is devoted exclusively to troubleshooting. Not only does the author break down troubleshooting OSI layer by OSI layer, but he also liberally sprinkles the text with practical advice. A shining installment, Cisco TCP/IP Routing Professional Reference marks yet another entry in McGraw-Hill's rapidly improving catalog of computing titles. --Sarah L. Roberts-Witt --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Back Cover

The Most Trusted Guide to Cisco Routers and TCP/IP. Now in an Updated Third Edition!

"This is a valuable reference that no networking pro should be without! This should have been in the box from Cisco." Jerry Curtis, Staff Writer, Windows NT User Group

See why thousands of networking professionals turn to Cisco TCP/IP Routing Professional Reference, time and time again for reliable hands-on guidance to implementing TCP/IP over Cisco routers. This practical reference features complete coverage on topics from router and protocol basics and security concerns to supporting legacy networks and performance troubleshooting, plus much more. Clearly written and packed with easy-to-follow instructions, this one-stop manual contains solutions appropriate for novices and seasoned professionals alike. And like the previous editions, you'll find more in this book than in current Cisco documentation. All configurations are fully updated to reflect the latest technological advancements and current versions of Cisco IOS 11 and 12.

New coverage includes:

• Added section on VPNs, including VPN implementation, management, and security
• Coverage of IOS firewall features
• New material on Cisco hardware
• Updated configuration examples for implementation on a 2600 platform and IOS versions 11 and 12

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Product Details

• Paperback: 544 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill/OsborneMedia; 3 edition (June 9, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0072125578
• ISBN-13: 978-0072125573
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #849,686 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars For beginners, October 13, 2000

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Jeremy - See all my reviews

This review is from: CISCO TCP/IP Routing Professional Reference, Revised and Expanded (Paperback)

I reviewed this book earlier and gave it a bad rating, probably my expectations were high. Some of the guys I lended the book to, who are beginners in the field, right out of school and have not actually worked on the routers find this book helpful because of its basic coverage of cisco IOS features.

It starts from the very basic configurations tasks and moves on to adding other IOS features such as routing protocols and access-lists. It talks about configuring IP addresses along with little theory, serial, ethernet, tunnel and loopback interfaces and encapsulation types.

However it does not cover all the knobs provided by IOS to fine tune the protocols such as OSPF, BGP etc. It covers the legacy protocols as well. There is no coverage of IS-IS at all and that's the sticking point. There is a vast amount of ISP deployment of IS-IS and the author ignores this fact. There are no troubleshooting tidbits regarding the routing protocols, such as how to avoid and fix routing loops etc.

So if you are just starting in cisco routers, you can use this book. Keep in mind that for hands-on practise and doing excercises in the book you'll need 3 cisco baby routers (2500 series).

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars TCP/IP go to reference manual!, August 1, 2000

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Michael J Woznicki "Michael J Woznicki" (Holland, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cisco TCP/IP Routing Professional Reference (Paperback)

If you are looking for a book on TCP/IP and only TCP/IP this is not the book you need, but if you are working towards any Cisco Certification that this book is a must have. Completely breaking down TCP/IP and relating it to the CISCO IOS has this book getting the top rating.

Lewis's expertise in the area of TCP/IP is what makes this book the handy reference you need by your side. The author is detailed, accurate and complete. While this book is not tailored to specific exam it will aid in any Cisco Certification you are planning to take.

The is an abundance of figures, diagrams, actual router screen shots, tables, and router commands to give you the one go to reference manual. In just over 480 pages Lewis takes nothing for granted making sure you have the most up to date information right at your fingertips.

The book covers IOS version 11 and 12 as well as a detailed breakdown of TCP/IP in a Cisco environment, WAN technologies, troubleshooting, VPN and firewalls. Overall an excellent book, however the one drawback maybe the price.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best book on TCP/IP and routers, September 17, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: CISCO TCP/IP Routing Professional Reference, Revised and Expanded (Paperback)

Chris is simply the best author. He gives you what you need to know. He teachs how and why things are done. I recommend this book to anyone serious about learning CISCO routers and IP routing.