ICND1 and ICND2 break down
If you haven’t decided what CCNA test to take, read this post first.
The author created this free CCENT and CCNA study guide by collecting various free multimedia resources from the network, including a lot of youtube videos. Also check out the CCNA Lab for the labs corresponding to this tutorial, and verify your knowledge with pre-make Practice Exams .
Do It Yourself (DIY) is the best way of learning TCP/IP network, therefore, I highly recommend you to download wireshark and packet tracer. With wireshark, you can capture your network traffic and see exactly what’s going on under the hood; with packet tracer, you can set up LAN and WAN virtually and do experiments on them.
Good luck with your CCENT and CCNA test!
(CCENT – ICND1)
Lesson 1
Introduction to Networking and the Networking Models
Cover the theory needed for the exam, to accelerate Cisco networking career and for troubleshooting experience
* What is A Network
* The OSI Model
* The Data Transmission Process
* The TCP/IP Model
* TCP And UDP
* IP and ICMP protocols
* Ports, Sockets and Port Numbers
* TCP/IP Applications
* Network Topology
Lesson 2
Ethernet Standards and Cable Types
The CCNA Exam will Hammer You with Questions About Ethernet… so this course breaks down everything you need to know about cable types. this is also crucial for setting up and running a network in the real world.
* What is a LAN
* Ethernet Types And Standards
* The Need For And Operation of CSMA/CD
* Ethernet Frame
* Ethernet Addressing
* Host-to-Host Communication
* Ethernet Connectors and Cable Types
* Pins And Transmissions
* Crosstalk
Lession 3
Switching
I Explain How (and WHY) Switches Work… in theory, for real world application and for the exam.
* Ethernet LAN Segments
* Repeaters, Hubs, Bridges, Switches and Routers
* MAC address learning and filter/forward decisions
* Frame Processing Methods
* Virtual LANs
* Cisco Three-Layer Switching Model
* Introduction to STP
* Basic Switch Security
Lesson 4
Common Router and Switch Commands
Typical Switch (And Router) Commands are Broken Down. This information is necessary both on exam day and also when working in the real world as a network admin, as these commands are used daily.
* Video Lab – Packet Tracer Interface Overview
* Physical Connections and Passwords
* Cisco IOS software overview
* Physical Side of Cisco Switches
* User, Enable and Privilege Modes
* Basic Switch managment commands
* Switch/Router passwords configurations
* Telnet and SSH
* Switch Port Security Defaults, Options and Configurations
* Banners, “logging synch”, and “exec-timeout”
* Keystroke Shortcuts and Manipulating History
Lesson 5
IP Addressing and the Routing Process
This section covers must know (and memorize) fundamentals, which are needed for the exam and necessary for future videos: binary math, subnetting, and working with network and port address translations.
* IP Addressing and Binary Conversions
* IP Address Classes
* Private IP Address Ranges
* CIDR network address
* Intro to the Routing Process
* Routing Process Continued — Behind the “PING”
* Basic Router management commands
* Switch/Router Interfaces and Physical Ports
Lesson 6
ARP, DNS and DHCP
This section will teach you these fundamental protocols which are necessary for use within any network.
* DNS Process
* The ARP RARP and DHCP Process
* Broadcast, Multicast, and Unicast
* Intro to Security Device Manager (SDM)
Lesson 7
Memory Components and Config Files
This video introduces the student to basic password and security configurations, as well as assigning privilege levels; so, it’s really the foundation for their knowledge of router security as well as the basic password recovery process.
* ROM, RAM, NVRAM, And Flash
* The Boot Process
* Setup Mode
* Configuration Files and IOS Upgrading
* The Configuration Register
Lesson 8
Intro to Wireless Networks (WLANs)
Learn the standards of wireless, which relates to all wireless, not just Cisco. This is the fastest evolving and growing field. It’s also necessary to memorize this information for the exam.
* Wireless LAN overview
* Wireless Standards
* Spread Spectrum
* Antena Types
* CA vs. CD
* SSID, MAC Address Authentication, WEP, WPA, and WPA2
Lesson 9
Binary Math and Subnetting
Fundamentals for the exam. Also, essential for IP addressing and IP address conservation. #1 topic that causes otherwise well prepared students to fail CCNA.
* Decimal > Binary, Binary > Decimal
* Subnetting Basics
* Four common subnetting scenarios
Lesson 10
Static Routing and RIP – Part 1
More fundamentals for the exam, and you will see the work done over a Cisco router. You will learn how to manually set up routing. This video will pave the way for future exam and real world success.
* Static Routing Theory
* Floating Static Routing
* RIP Routing Theory
* Video Lab -Static Routing and RIP Routing
Lesson 11
Wide Area Networks (WANs)
Learn to link routers with other routers for communication.
* What is a WAN
* Physical Side of WANs
* WAN interface of Cisco Router and WAN Cabling
* HDLC and PPP
* Intro to Frame Relay
* NAT and PAT
* Video Lab – Internet Connections with NAT and PAT
* Video Lab – Router as DHCP Server
* Intro to ATM
* Modems and DSL Variations
* WAN Trouble-shooting
Lesson 12
Introduction to Network Security
You will learn about network attackers and intruders, how they get in, and how to keep your network save by keeping them out.
* The need for network security
* Classes of Hacker Attacks
* Firewalls and Proxy Servers
* The Attacker’s Arsenal
* Intro to PIX, ASA, IDS, and IPS
* Viruses, Worms, and Trojan Horses
* Preventing Virus Attacks
Lesson 13
Troubleshooting
95% of work in the real world is troubleshooting, so it’s necessary for real world success.
* Cisco Discovery protocol (CDP)
* L1 and L2 Troubleshooting
* Telnet and SSH Maintenance Commands
* Administrative Distance
* Extended Ping and Traceroute
(ICND2)
Introduction to ICND2
* Videos Introduction
* Instructor’s Introduction
* Exam Types
Lesson 1
Switching II
* Switch Basic Concept Review
* STP
* Root Bridges, Root Ports, and Designated Ports
* STP Timers and Port States
* Portfast
* VLANs and Trunking
* Access and Trunk Port Comparison
* VTP
* “Router on a Stick”
* RSTP and PVST
* Etherchannels
Video 2
PTP WAN Links, HDLC, PPP, and Frame Relay
This will help you when working on real production networks. All topics are shown being configured on live equipment. Frame Relay is a major topic on the exam and in the real world.
* HDLC vs. PPP
* PPP Features
* PAP and CHAP
* Frame Relay Introduction
* Frame Relay LMI Theory
* Frame Relay Configs, DLCIs, Frame Maps, and Inverse ARP
* Frame Sub-Interfaces3
* Split Horizon
* Frame Relay LMI Show, Debug, and Lab
* FECN, BECN, DE bits
* PVC Status Meanings
Lesson 3
Static Routing and RIP
This video expands on the CCENT video, covering advanced topics found on the ICND2 and in the real world.
* Static Routing Theory and Configuration
* Distance Vector Protocol Behavior – Split Horizon and Route Poisoning
* RIP Theory and Version Differences
* The Joy of “show ip protocols”
* RIP Limitations
* RIP Timers
* Floating Static Routes
Lesson 4
OSPF
OSPF is an Internet protocol. In this video you will look at types of OSPF and how to configure on a live network. Experience with OSPF is necessary for the CCNA, for the real world, and to build upon for CCNP & CCIE.
* Link State Routing Protocol Concepts and Basics
* The DR and BDR
* Hello Packets
* Troubleshooting Adjacency Issues
* Hub-and-Spoke NBMA OSPF Networks
* Broadcast Networks
* The OSPF RID
* OSPF Router Types
* Advantages of OSPF
* Point-to-Point OSPF Networks
* Default-Information Originate (always?)
* OSPF Authentication
Lesson 5
EIGRP
Learn the theory and practice with labs to learn this hybrid routing protocol which has increased operational efficiency from it predecessor. Learn the capabilities and attributes.
* Introduction to EIGRP
* Successors and Feasible Successors
* EIGRP vs. RIPv2
* Basic Configuration
* Wildcard Masks
* Load Sharing (Equal and Unequal-cost)
* EIGRP, RIPv2, and Autosummarization
* Passive vs. Active Routes
Lesson 6
IP Version 6 and NAT
Learn the basic theory and routing protocol. You will need to know the basics for the CCNA exam and for working with networks. IP Version 6 is everywhere and becoming more prevalent, so understanding this material is vital for future success.
* IPv6 Theory and Introduction
* Zero Compression and Leading Zero Compression
* IPv6 Reserved Addresses
* The Autoconfiguration Process
* OSPF v3 Basics
* Transition Strategies
* NAT Theory and Introduction
* Static NAT Configuration
* Dynamic NAT Configuration
* PAT Configuration
Lesson 7
VPNs and IPSec
Learn key terminology & definitions for the exam.
* Definitions and Tunneling Protocols
* Data Encryption Technologies
* Key Encryption Schemes
* IPSec, AH and ESP
* A VPN in Your Web Browser
Video 8
ACLs and Route Summarization
Learn to configure and control ACLs to get them to do what you want for the exam and in the real world. Learn the basic breakdown and how to summarize routes. Learn common commands for working with RIP & EIGRP.
* ACL Login and the Implicit Deny
* Standard ACLs and Remarks
* “Host” and “Any”
* The Order of the Lines
* Extended ACLs
* Named ACLs
* Telnet Access, Placing ACLs, and Blocking Pings
* Dynamic and Time-Based ACLs
* Port Number Review
* Route Summarization with RIP and EIGRP
See also 640-822 ICND1 Exam Topics (Blueprint)



Nice blog..
Rikie Kartadie
November 14, 2009
Great,good materials!!!
But ,as I know there no VLAN, Frame Relay,ATM on 640-822 ICND1 exam.
Also,when (ICND2) are going to be ready?:)
Mike Soha
March 13, 2010
There are VLAN commands test for ICND1, so … For the ICND2, it may not be ready recently,
kl2217
March 16, 2010
ahhhh this page is soo good thank your….studying for my icnd1 ftw
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April 5, 2011
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November 12, 2011
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thank you
December 23, 2011
came accross a CCENT question i didn’t find on your site and wanted to forward it on:
Question 91 of 110.
Which command clears a specific extended dynamic translation entry from the NAT translation table?
(Choose the 1 best answer)
A. clear ip nat translation *
B. clear ip nat translation inside
C. clear ip nat translation outside
D. clear ip nat translation protocol outside
nik
February 9, 2012