RFC 2131, DHCP offers IP address and other parameters to IP hosts. DHCP is a server/client setup where clients are given network addresses and other configuration parameters to dynamically configured hosts. DHCP supports three mechanisms for IP address allocation: Static/Automatic allocation – Server leases a permanent IP address to a …
Read More »Cisco Changes up the CCNP Requirements (Again)
Well its seems that, in their constant efforts to improve the certification path for candidate engineers, Cisco has once again changed up the requirements for CCNP and CCNP re-certification. From the press release Cisco states: Cisco has updated its Cisco CCNP® certification for network engineers through a comprehensive process involving …
Read More »How to Build Your Cisco Router Lab
Author: Cisco Kits The Cisco router lab is one of the most difficult labs to build because it touches on so many different pieces of equipment. When you are building your Cisco CCNP lab, it is pretty easy as three Cisco routers and three Cisco switches will put you in …
Read More »The New King of Certifications – Cisco Certified Architect
Well it was bound to happen. The CCIE has been de-throwned. No longer is the CCIE the pinnacle of certifications. There is a new cert in town and its name is Cisco Certified Architect. I’m actually kind of surprised its taken Cisco this long to come out with a certification …
Read More »Passing Cisco Exams with Pass4Sure or TestKing? DON’T!
Need to Pass a Cisco Exam? We checked out both TestKing and Pass4Sure exams for study help. Between the two, our review shows which one is slightly better test for passing Cisco Exams. Pass4Sure? or TestKing?
Read More »Getting Excellent Training for the CCIE
This week I’m in class to prepare for the Routing and Switching CCIE. Like many of you out there I’m sure, you have studied on your own for this big Kahuna of all certifications. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve prepared for the written only to have life …
Read More »The 7 Layer OSI Reference Model
Today I’m going to get back to basics and discuss the 7 layer OSI reference model and how it applies to networking. Most experienced network engineers know the OSI model all to well and most if not all certifications will expect you to know it. So lets unwrap this 7 …
Read More »WebLinks for study and help
For those that are studying for their various Cisco certifications I have a few helpful links. These are in no way inclusive but have definitely helped me while studying for tests. Sadikhov forums Cisco IOS Packaging Cisco IOS reference guide Cisco Price List Waynes World
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