Cisco Related Series by MindLeaders CCNA 640-801 Series: Hardware and the OSI Reference Model
Product Code: ccna02 Time: 2.0 hour(s) CEUs: Available

Summary:

This course explains the hardware used in Cisco networking. It examines early bus networks and how they have been enhanced and expanded to become the robust networks used today. This course also discusses the hardware components of a network, and token passing topologies.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe Ethernet operation
  • Explain store and forward bridging
  • Identify the strengths and weaknesses of a star topology versus a bus topology
  • Identify hardware typical of Layers 1 through 3 of the OSI model
  • Explain the functions of and differences of bridges and Layer 2 switches
  • Describe the operational differences and functions of Layer 1, 2, and 3 devices


Topics:

  • Understanding Early Bus Networks
  • Pushing Distance Limitations with Repeaters
  • Pushing Station Limitations with Bridges
  • Layer 3 Expansion and Routing Protocols
  • The Development of 10BASE-T Wiring
  • Layer 2 Switches
  • Token Passing Topologies

Technical Requirements:

200MHz Pentium with 32MB Ram. 800 x 600 minimum screen resolution. Windows 98, NT, 2000, or XP. 56K minimum connection speed, broadband (256 kbps or greater) connection recommended. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher required. Flash Player 7.0 or higher required. JavaScript must be enabled. Netscape, Firefox and AOL browsers not supported.

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