Ace the CCNP CLSC exam! Covering all official CCNP CLSC test objectives, CCNP Cisco LAN Switch Configuration Study Guide (Exam 640-404) draws on Cisco Systems Distinguished Training Partner Global Knowledge's100,000+ hours of training experience to deliver the ultimate CLSC study partner. Prepared by actual CCIEs and complete with Certification Exercises modeled after classroom labs, Exam Watch warnings that alert you to trick questions, experienced How to Take the Exam pointers, and more ù this unmatched tool shows you how to: *Segment your Lan physically to reduce the number of nodes competing for bandwidth *Assign clients to VLANs, track them between switches, and integrate them with traditional backbone networks *Integrate a Catalyst 5000 series switch to maximize topology while minimizing congestion *Navigate the Catalyst Network Management Processor (NMP) Image Command Line Interface *Configure a set of Catalysts to implement a highly redundant network with multiple virtual LANs *Much more!
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Don't Let the Real Test Be Your First Test! Prepare to pass the CCNP Cisco LAN Switch Configuration exam - while gaining practical knowledge of Cisco technology for on-the-job success - using this comprehensive, 100% curriculum-based training system. Built on the proven training methodology of Cisco Distinguished Training Partner Global Knowledge, this study guide/CD-ROM package uses expert teaching techniques from the company that trains more than 200,000 It professionals each year. The CCNP Cisco LAN Switch COnfiguration Study Guide covers the topics you need to review for exam 640-404, including how to: Segment your LAN physically to reduce the number of nodes competing for available bandwidth; Assign clients to VLANs, track them between switches, and integrate them with traditional backbone networks; Place the Catalyst 5000 series switch in your network to maximize topology while minimizing bottlenecks and congestion; Navigate the Catalyst Network Management Processor (NMP) Image Command Line Interface; Configure a set of Catalysts to implement a highly redundant network with multiple virtual LANSs. Use the four embedded RMON groups in their Ethernet ports to aid in network management; Implement and troubleshoot the FDDI card in both trunked and non-trunked environments; Implement ClearChannel architecture in the 1900 series and 2920 Catalyst switches.