Skip to content

Implementing Cisco Switched Networks (Switch) Foundation Learning Guide - Foundation Learning for Switch 642-813

Best in textbook rentals since 2012!

ISBN-10: 1587058847

ISBN-13: 9781587058844

Edition: 2010

Authors: Erum Frahim, Balaji Sivasubramanian, Richard Froom

List price: $79.95
Blue ribbon 30 day, 100% satisfaction guarantee!
what's this?
Rush Rewards U
Members Receive:
Carrot Coin icon
XP icon
You have reached 400 XP and carrot coins. That is the daily max!

Description:

CCNP Authorized Self-Study Guide: Implementing Cisco Switched Networks (SWITCH)is the only Cisco authorized, self-paced foundational learning tool designed to help network professionals prepare for the brand new CCNP SWITCH exam from Cisco. This book covers all CCNP SWITCH exam objectives, including: " Building scalable multilayer switched networks " Creating and deploying global intranets " Implement basic troubleshooting techniques in environments that use Cisco multilayer switches for client hosts and services " Analyzing campus network designs " Implementing VLANs in campus networks " Implementing Spanning Tree, Inter-VLAN routing, and high availability in campus environments "…    
Customers also bought

Book details

List price: $79.95
Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: Cisco Press
Publication date: 7/19/2010
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 99998
Size: 7.50" wide x 9.50" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 2.442
Language: English

Analyzing the Cisco Enterprise Campus Architecture
Introduction to Enterprise Campus Network Design
Regulatory Standards Driving Enterprise Architectures
Campus Designs
Legacy Campus Designs
Hierarchical Models for Campus Design
Impact of Multilayer Switches on Network Design
Ethernet Switching Review
Layer 2 Switching
Layer 3 Switching
Layer 4 and Layer 7 Switching
Layer 2 Switching In-Depth
Layer 3 Switching In-Depth
Understanding Multilayer Switching
Introduction to Cisco Switches
Cisco Catalyst 6500 Family of Switches
Cisco Catalyst 4500 Family of Switches
Cisco Catalyst 4948G, 3750, and 3560 Family of Switches
Cisco Catalyst 2000 Family of Switches
Nexus 7000 Family of Switches
Nexus 5000 and 2000 Family of Switches
Hardware and Software-Switching Terminology
Campus Network Traffic Types
Peer-to-Peer Applications
Client/Server Applications
Client-Enterprise Edge Applications
Overview of the SONA and Borderless Networks
Enterprise Campus Design
Access Layer In-Depth
Distribution Layer
Core Layer
The Need for a Core Layer
Campus Core Layer as the Enterprise Network Backbone
Small Campus Network Example
Medium Campus Network Example
Large Campus Network Design
Data Center Infrastructure
PPDIOO Lifecycle Approach to Network Design and Implementation
PPDIOO Phases
Benefits of a Lifecycle Approach
Planning a Network Implementation
Implementation Components
Summary Implementation Plan
Detailed Implementation Plan
Summary
Review Questions
Implementing VLANs in Campus Networks
Implementing VLAN Technologies in a Campus Network
VLAN Segmentation Model
End-to-End VLAN
Local VLAN
Comparison of End-to-End VLANs and Local VLANs
Mapping VLANs to a Hierarchical Network
Planning VLAN Implementation
Best Practices for VLAN Design
Configuring VLANs
VLAN Ranges
Verifying the VLAN Configuration
Troubleshooting VLANs
Troubleshooting Slow Throughput
Troubleshooting Communication Issues
Implementing Trunking in Cisco Campus Network
Trunking Protocols
Understanding Native VLAN in 802.1Q Trunking
Understanding DTP
Cisco Trunking Modes and Methods
VLAN Ranges and Mappings
Best Practices for Trunking
Configuring 802.1Q Trunking
Verifying Trunking Configurations
Troubleshooting Trunking
VLAN Trunking Protocol
VTP Pruning
VTP Versions
VTP Versions 1 and 2
VTP Version 3
VTP Messages Types
Summary Advertisements
Subset Advertisements
Advertisement Requests
VTP Authentication
Best Practices for VTP Implementation
Configuring VTP
Verifying the VTP Configuration
Troubleshooting VTP
Private VLANs
Private VLANs Overview
Private VLANs and Port Types
Private VLAN Configuration
Configuring Private VLANs in Cisco IOS
Verifying Private VLAN
Private VLAN Configuration Example
Single Switch Private Configuration
Private VLAN Configuration Across Switches
Port Protected Feature
Configuring Link Aggregation with EtherChannel
Describe EtherChannel
PAgP and LACP Protocols
PAgP Modes
LACP Modes
Configure Port Channels Using EtherChannel
Guidelines for Configuring EtherChannel
Layer 2 EtherChannel Configuration Steps
Verifying EtherChannel
EtherChannel Load Balancing Options
Summary
Review Questions
Implementing Spanning Tree
Evolution of Spanning Tree Protocols
Spanning Tree Protocol Basics
STP Operation
Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol
RSTP Port States
RSTP Port Roles
Rapid Transition to Forwarding
RSTP Topology Change Mechanism
Bridge Identifier for PVRST+
Compatibility with 802.1D
Cisco Spanning Tree Default Configuration
PortFast
Configuring the PortFast Feature
Configuring the Basic Parameters of PVRST+
Multiple Spanning Tree
MST Regions
Extended System ID for MST
Configuring MST
Spanning Tree Enhancements
BPDU Guard
BPDU Filtering
Root Guard
Preventing Forwarding Loops and Black Holes
Loop Guard
UDLD
Comparison Between Aggressive Mode UDLD and Loop Guard
Flex Links
Recommended Spanning Tree Practices
Troubleshooting STP
Potential STP Problems
Duplex Mismatch
Unidirectional Link Failure
Frame Corruption
Resource Errors
PortFast Configuration Error
Troubleshooting Methodology
Develop a Plan
Isolate the Cause and Correct an STP Problem
Document Findings
Summary
References
Review Questions
Implementing Inter-VLAN Routing
Describing Inter-VLAN Routing
Introduction to Inter-VLAN Routing
Inter-VLAN Routing Using an External Router (Router-on-a-Stick)
External Router: Advantages and Disadvantages
Inter-VLAN Routing Using Switch Virtual Interfaces
SVI: Advantages and Disadvantages
Routing with Routed Ports
Routed Port: Advantage and Disadvantages
L2 EtherChannel Versus L3 EtherChannel
Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing
Inter-VLAN Configuration with External Router
Implementation Planning
Inter-VLAN Configuration with SVI
Implementation Plan
Switch Virtual Interface Configuration
SVI Autostate
Configuring Routed Port on a Multilayer Switch
Verifying Inter-VLAN Routing
Troubleshooting Inter-VLAN Problems
Example of a Troubleshooting Plan
Configuration of Layer 3 EtherChannel
Routing Protocol Configuration
Verifying Routing Protocol
Implementing Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol in a Multilayer Switched Environment
DHCP Operation
Configuring DHCP and Verifying DHCP
Configure DHCP on the Multilayer Switch
Configure DHCP Relay
Verifying DHCP Operation
Deploying CEF-Based Multilayer Switching
Multilayer Switching Concepts
Explaining Layer 3 Switch Processing
CAM and TCAM Tables
Distributed Hardware Forwarding
Cisco Switching Methods
Route Caching
Topology-Based Switching
CEF Processing
CEF Operation and Use of TCAM
CEF Modes of Operation
Address Resolution Protocol Throttling
Sample CEF-Based MLS Operation
CEF-Based MLS Load Sharing
Configuring CEF and Verifying CEF Configuration
CEF-Based MLS Configuration
CEF-Based MLS Verification
Troubleshooting CEF
Summary
Review Questions
Implementing High Availability and Redundancy in a Campus Network
Understanding High Availability
Components of High Availability
Redundancy
Technology
People
Processes
Tools
Resiliency for High Availability
Network-Level Resiliency
High Availability and Failover Times
Optimal Redundancy
Provide Alternate Paths
Avoid Too Much Redundancy
Avoid Single Point of Failure
Cisco NSF with SSO
Routing Protocols and NSF
Implementing High Availability
Distributed VLANs on Access Switches
Local VLANs on Access Switches
Layer 3 Access to the Distribution Interconnection
Daisy Chaining Access Layer Switches
StackWise Access Switches
Too Little Redundancy
Implementing Network Monitoring
Network Management Overview
Syslog
Syslog Message Format
Configuring Syslog
SNMP
SNMP Versions
SNMP Recommendations
Configuring SNMP
IP Service Level Agreement
IP SLA Measurements
IP SLA Operations
IP SLA Source and Responder
IP SLA Operation with Responder
IP SLA Responder Timestamps
Configuring IP SLA
Implementing Redundant Supervisor Engines in Catalyst Switches
Route Processor Redundancy
Route Processor Redundancy Plus
Configuring and Verifying RPR+ Redundancy
Stateful Switchover (SSO)
Configuring and Verifying SSO
NSF with SSO
Configuring and Verifying NSF with SSO
Understanding First Hop Redundancy Protocols
Introduction to First Hop Redundancy Protocol
Proxy ARP
Static Default Gateway
Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP)
HSRP States
HSRP State Transition
HSRP Active Router and Spanning Tree Topology
Configuring HSRP
HSRP Priority and Preempt
HSRP Authentication
HSRP Timer Considerations and Configuration
HSRP Versions
HSRP Interface Tracking
HSRP Object Tracking
HSRP and IP SLA Tracking
Multiple HSRP Groups
HSRP Monitoring
Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol
VRRP Operation
VRRP Transition Process
Configuring VRRP
Gateway Load Balancing Protocol
GLBP Functions
GLBP Features
GLBP Operations
GLBP Interface Tracking
GLBP Configuration
GLBP with VLAN Spanning Across Access Layer Switches
Cisco IOS Server Load Balancing
Cisco IOS SLB Modes of Operation
Configuring the Server Farm in a Data Center with Real Servers
Configuring Virtual Servers
Summary
Review Questions
Securing the Campus Infrastructure
Switch Security Fundamentals
Security Infrastructure Services
Unauthorized Access by Rogue Devices
Layer 2 Attack Categories
Understanding and Protecting Against MAC Layer Attack
Suggested Mitigation for MAC Flooding Attacks
Port Security
Port Security Scenario 1
Port Security Scenario 2
Configuring Port Security
Caveats to Port Security Configuration Steps
Verifying Port Security
Port Security with Sticky MAC Addresses
Blocking Unicast Flooding on Desired Ports
Understanding and Protecting Against VLAN Attacks
VLAN Hopping
VLAN Hopping with Double Tagging
Mitigating VLAN Hopping
VLAN Access Control Lists
Configuring VACL
Understanding and Protecting Against Spoofing Attacks
Catalyst Integrated Security Features
DHCP Spoofing Attack
DHCP Snooping
ARP Spoofing Attack
Preventing ARP Spoofing Through Dynamic
ARP Inspection
IP Spoofing and IP Source Guard
Configuring IPSG
Securing Network Switches
Neighbor Discovery Protocols
Cisco Discovery Protocol
Configuring CDP
Configuring LLDP
CDP Vulnerabilities
Securing Switch Access
Telnet Vulnerabilities
Secure Shell
VTY ACLs
HTTP Secure Server
Authentication Authorization Accounting (AAA)
Security Using IEEE 802.1X Port-Based Authentication
Configuring 802.1X
Switch Security Considerations
Organizational Security Policies
Securing Switch Devices and Protocols
Configuring Strong System Passwords
Restricting Management Access Using ACLs
Securing Physical Access to the Console
Securing Access to vty Lines
Configuring System Warning Banners
Disabling Unneeded or Unused Services
Trimming and Minimizing Use of CDP/LLDP
Disabling the Integrated HTTP Daemon
Configuring Basic System Logging
Securing SNMP
Limiting Trunking Connections and Propagated VLANs
Securing the Spanning-Tree Topology
Mitigating Compromises Launched Through a Switch
Troubleshooting Performance and Connectivity
Techniques to Enhance Performance
Monitoring Performance with SPAN and VSPAN
Using SPAN to Monitor the CPU Interface of Switches
Monitoring Performance with RSPAN
Monitoring Performance with ERSPAN
Monitoring Performance Using VACLs with the Capture Option
Troubleshooting Using L2 Traceroute
Enhancing Troubleshooting and Recovery Using Cisco IOS Embedded Event Manager
Performance Monitoring Using the Network Analysis Module in the Catalyst 6500 Family of Switches
Summary
Review Questions
Preparing the Campus Infrastructure for Advanced Services
Planning for Wireless, Voice, and Video Application in the Campus Network
The Purpose of Wireless Network Implementations in the Campus Network
The Purpose of Voice in the Campus Network
The Purpose of Video Deployments in the Campus Network
Planning for the Campus Network to Support Wireless Technologies
Introduction to Wireless LANs (WLAN)
Cisco WLAN Solutions as Applied to Campus Networks
Comparing and Contrasting WLANs and LANs
Standalone Versus Controller-Based Approaches to WLAN
Deployments in the Campus Network
Controller-Based WLAN Solution
Traffic Handling in Controller-Based Solutions
Traffic Flow in a Controller-Based Solution
Hybrid Remote Edge Access Points (HREAP)
Review of Standalone and Controller-Based WLAN Solutions
Gathering Requirements for Planning a Wireless Deployment
Planning for the Campus Network to Support Voice
Introduction to Unified Communications
Campus Network Design Requirements for Deploying VoIP
Planning for the Campus Network to Support Video
Voice and Video Traffic
Video Traffic Flow in the Campus Network
Design Requirements for Voice, Data, and Video in the Campus Network
Understanding QoS
QoS Service Models
AutoQoS
Traffic Classification and Marking
DSCP, ToS, and CoS
Classification
Trust Boundaries and Configurations
Marking
Traffic Shaping and Policing
Policing
Congestion Management
FIFO Queuing
Weighted Round Robin Queuing
Priority Queuing
Custom Queuing
Congestion Avoidance
Tail Drop
Weighted Random Early Detection
Implementing IP Multicast in the Campus Network
Introduction to IP Multicast
Multicast IP Address Structure
Reserved Link Local Addresses
Globally Scoped Addresses
Source-Specific Multicast Addresses
GLOP Addresses
Limited-Scope Addresses
Multicast MAC Address Structure
Reverse Path Forwarding
Multicast Forwarding Tree
Source Trees
Shared Trees
Comparing Source Trees and Shared Trees
IP Multicast Protocols
PIM
Automating Distribution of RP
Auto-RP
Bootstrap Router
Comparison and Compatibility of PIM Version 1 and Version 2
Configuring Internet Group Management Protocol
IGMPv1
IGMPv2
IGMPv3
IGMPv3 Lite
IGMP Snooping
Preparing the Campus Infrastructure to Support Wireless
Wireless LAN Parameters
Configuring Switches to Support WLANs
Preparing the Campus Network for Integration of a Standalone WLAN Solution
Preparing the Campus Network for Integration of a Controller-Based WLAN Solution
Preparing the Campus Infrastructure to Support Voice
IP Telephony Components
Configuring Switches to Support VoIP
Voice VLANs
QoS for Voice Traffic from IP Phones
Power over Ethernet
Additional Network Requirements for VoIP
Preparing the Campus Infrastructure to Support Video
Video Components
Configuring Switches to Support Video
Summary
Review Questions
Appendix A
9781587058844 TOC 5/20/2010