Network Design and Case Studies (CCIE Fundamentals) (2nd Edition) [Hardcover]

Cisco Systems Inc. (Author), Tom Thomas (Author), Atif Khan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 19, 1999 | ISBN-10: 1578701678 | ISBN-13: 978-1578701674 | Edition: 2 Sub

Authorized preparation materials for CCIE candidates.Cisco CCIE Fundamentals: Network Design and Case Studies, Second Edition offers a comprehensive collection of updated configuration scenarios and design recommendations. By reading this book, you will gain insight into the implementation of practical internetworking strategies that are flexible enough to fit a variety of situations. You will learn to identify features and capabilities of routers and switches that meet specific internetworking requirements. This book will also help you begin the process of mastering the technologies and protocols necessary to become an effective Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE).This two-part book is the compilation of design and configuration examples authored and previously released by Cisco Systems. Numerous subject matter experts have revised and restructured each chapter and added coverage of several new topics, such as IP multicasting, network management, switching architectures, CIP design and configuration, and ATM. The design guide portion of this book is intended to support the network engineer who designs and implements router-based or switched internetworks. Practical design recommendations include coverage of large-scale networks with IGPs and BGP, ATM, APPN, DLSw+, DDR, ISDN, LAN switching, multicast networks, and more. The case study portion of this book presents real-world configurations that complement the design material. Implementation and troubleshooting advice is offered for EIGRP and OSPF redistribution, ATM, DDR, ISDN, network security, and HSRP. * Prepare for the CCIE lab exam while mastering essential protocols and technologies * Learn new design and configuration strategies for ATM, IP multicasting, network management, switching architectures, CIP, and network security * Implement practical networking techniques to build scalable, reliable, and secure networks * Learn to identify key technologies and appropriate implementations for your internetwork design * Isolate and solve problems easier with detailed configuration examples and case studies

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From the Back Cover

Authorized preparation materials for CCIE candidates.Prepare for the CCIE lab exam while mastering essential protocols and technologiesLearn new design and configuration strategies for ATM, IP multicasting, network management, switching architectures, CIP, and network securityImplement practical networking techniques to build scalable, reliable, and secure networksLearn to identify key technologies and appropriate implementations for your internetwork designIsolate and solve problems easier with detailed configuration examples and case studiesCisco CCIE Fundamentals: Network Design and Case Studies, Second Edition offers a comprehensive collection of updated configuration scenarios and design recommendations. By reading this book, you will gain insight into the implementation of practical internetworking strategies, identify features and capabilities of routers and switches, and begin the process of mastering the technologies and protocols necessary to become an effective Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE).This two-part book is the compilation of design and configuration examples authored and previously released by Cisco Systems. Numerous subject matter experts have revised and restructured each chapter and added coverage of several new topics.The design guide portion of this book is intended to support the network engineer who designs and implements router-based or switched internetworks. Practical design recommendations include coverage of large-scale networks with IGPs and BGP, ATM, APPN, DLSw+, DDR, ISDN, LAN switching, multicast networks, and more. The case study portion of this book presents real-world configurations that complement the design material. Implementation and troubleshooting advice is offered for EIGRP and OSPF redistribution, ATM, DDR, ISDN, network security, and HSRP.

About the Author

Cisco Systems, Inc., is the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet. Cisco solutions, which include industry-leading publications from Cisco Press, educate and provide competitive advantage to customers through more efficient and timely exchange of information, leading to cost savings, process efficiencies, and closer business relationships. These solutions form the networking foundation for many organizations worldwide.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1000 pages
• Publisher: Cisco Press; 2 Sub edition (October 19, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1578701678
• ISBN-13: 978-1578701674
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.7 x 2.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,451,765 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Case studies - nothing more., November 13, 2000

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Ruslan Moskalenko - See all my reviews

This review is from: Network Design and Case Studies (CCIE Fundamentals) (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

It's really just a case studies book. If you want to look at typical examples how people use Cisco equipment - it's a right choice. But if you want to dig deeper in some particular area, or if you want to learn networking background you should read something else.

I like this way to explain purpose of this book. Let's imagine you met a good Cisco guy and he let you stand behind him and watch how he does his job for a little bit. You can grab some tricks, get some vision of the process, but he is not trying to teach you. It's a good addition to the strong theoretical background but not a replacement.

14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Want to design a Cisco Internetwork? This book is for you, February 22, 2000

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Tariq Saleem - See all my reviews

This review is from: Network Design and Case Studies (CCIE Fundamentals) (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

Full of some very usefull case studies, this book has good approach towards network design. As a candidate for CCNP, I used this book to get some additional knowledge, from a practical point of view.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Book - but not study material, January 31, 2001

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Chad A. Simmons (Enfield, CT United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Network Design and Case Studies (CCIE Fundamentals) (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

This is definately not a book to use to study for your CCIE, but it contains an amazing amount of information on a wealth of different topics from Routing protocols(including BGP4), APPN, SNA, ATM, Multicast, etc. It will sit on my desk as a great reference.