Cisco CCNA Training

Cisco CCNA Training

In 3 Days or Less, You'll Learn How To Install, Operate, and Troubleshoot a Small to Medium Enterprise Branch Network... And Have the Knowledge to Pass the
Cisco CCNA 640-802 Exam... Guaranteed!

"The instructions from Chris Bryant are excellent. I recently took the 640-802 exam and passed. I feel more confident working on Cisco network devices... And I received a bonus (at work)
for passing the exam."

- Victor Kimaro, Train Signal Student

By Chris Bryant
CCIE #12933, CCNA, CCNP

Once upon a time, I was in your shoes. Yes, I know how difficult it is to get started with Cisco studies. But stick to it and I promise, the challenges will pay off handsomely. The CCNA is Cisco's entry level certification exam, but it is not easy. And since the CCNA covers a wide array of topics, I have designed this course to help you tackle those diverse challenges.

The key to exam and job success is in the details. And most of those details are hard won from real world experience. Everything I am going to teach you, I wish someone would have taught me when I first started studying for my CCNA. At least you can benefit from my hard won experience and hopefully not repeat the same mistakes.

As with all Train Signal courses, I break down the theory and "real world" application of Cisco Networking. This exciting course contains nearly 29 hours of video instruction where I break down networking theory as you work hands on with real Cisco routers & switches... and build your own working network!

"Am I Qualified To Take This Cisco CCNA Course?"

YES! If you have a basic understanding of Cisco Routers and Switches, then this course can fill in any gaps and build an even stronger foundation for more advanced concepts.
YES! If you have Network+ Certification or on-the-job experience (but without certification), this course is for you.

NOTE: Although Cisco does not have prerequisites for the CCNA exam, this course requires a certain level of understanding, and is not ideal for a complete beginner to networking.

Cisco CCNA Training Course Outline

"Everyone has a different method/style of learning best. If learning via self-paced method, then I would highly recommend
Train Signal's Cisco CCNA material..."

- Marlon Deerr, Train Signal Student

Video 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
  • Why Use Networking Models?
  • TCP And UDP - Part 1
  • TCP And UDP - Part 2
  • Ports
  • Sockets
  • Port Numbers
Video 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.

  • The Need For And Operation of CSMA/CD
  • Ethernet Types And Standards
  • Pins And Transmissions
  • Crosstalk
  • Cable Types
  • Ethernet Addressing
  • Intro to WAN Cabling and a Cable Type Review
Video 3

Switching

I Explain How (and WHY) Switches Work... in theory, for real world application and for the exam.

  • Repeaters, Hubs and Bridges
  • Building the MAC Table
  • "Flood, Filter or Forward?"
  • Frame Processing Methods
  • Virtual LANs
  • Cisco Three-Layer Switching Model
  • Introduction to STP
  • Basic Switch Security
  • Port Security Defaults, Options and Configurations
Video 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.

  • Physical Connections and Passwords
  • Telnet and SSH
  • User, Enable and Privilege Modes
  • Enable Password vs. Enable Secret
  • "privilege level 15"
  • Physical Side of Cisco Switches
  • Assigning an IP Address and Default Gateway To The Switch
  • Speed, Duplex, and "Interface Range"
  • Banners, "logging synch", and "exec-timeout"
  • Keystroke Shortcuts and Manipulating History
Video 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
  • Intro to the Routing Process
  • Keeping Subnets On One "Side" of the Router
Video 6

ARP, DNS and DHCP

This section will teach you these fundamental protocols which are necessary for use within any network.

  • One Destination, Two Destination Addresses
  • DNS and DHCP Process
  • The ARP Process
  • Routers, Broadcasts, and Proxy ARP
  • Configuring DHCP on a Cisco Router With SDM
Video 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
  • Startup And Running Configuration Files
  • The COPY Command
  • IOS Upgrading
  • The Configuration Register
Video 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 Network Types
  • Standards and Ranges
  • Spread Spectrum
  • Antenna Types
  • CA vs. CD
  • SSIDs and MAC Address Authentication
  • WEP, WPA, and WPA2
Video 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.

  • "The Secret" (Of Binary Success, That Is)
  • Decimal > Binary, Binary > Decimal
  • Subnetting Basics
  • Calculating Number of Valid Subnets
  • Prefix Notification
  • Calculating Number of Valid Hosts
  • Calculating Number of Valid IP Addresses in a Given Subnet
  • Calculating the Subnet Number of a Given IP Address
  • Meeting Stated Design Requirements
Video 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 and Labs
  • RIP Routing Theory and Labs
  • "show ip protocols", "show ip route rip", "debug ip rip", And More!
Video 11

Wide Area Networks (WANs)

Learn to link routers with other routers for communication.

  • Physical Side of WANs
  • Directly Connecting Cisco Routers Via Serial Interfaces
  • HDLC and PPP
  • Intro to Frame Relay
  • RFC 1918 Addresses, NAT and PAT
  • Intro to ATM
  • Modems and DSL Variations
Video 12

Troubleshooting

95% of work in the real world is troubleshooting, so it's necessary for real world success.

  • Where to Begin
  • Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP)
  • L1 and L2 Troubleshooting
  • LAN Troubleshooting
  • WAN Troubleshooting
  • Telnet and SSH Review and Maintenance Commands
  • Administrative Distance
  • Extended Ping and Traceroute
  • The Real Key to Troubleshooting
Video 13

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.

  • Firewalls and Proxy Servers
  • The Attacker's Arsenal
  • Intro to PIX, ASA, IDS, and IPS
  • Viruses, Worms, and Trojan Horses
  • Preventing Virus Attacks
  • One Final Cisco "Secret"
(ICND2)

Introduction to ICND2

  • Videos Introduction
  • Instructor's Introduction
  • Exam Types
REVIEW FROM CCENT - Video 3

Switching

This Video expands on the CCENT Video, covering advanced topics found on the ICND2 and in the real world.

  • Repeaters, Hubs and Bridges
  • Building the MAC Table
  • "Flood, Filter or Forward?"
  • Frame Processing Methods
  • Virtual LANs
  • Cisco Three-Layer Switching Model
  • Introduction to STP
  • Basic Switch Security
  • Port Security Defaults, Options and Configurations
REVIEW FROM CCENT - Video 9

Binary Math and Subnetting

  • "The Secret" (Of Binary Success, That Is)
  • Decimal > Binary, Binary > Decimal
  • Subnetting Basics
  • Calculating Number of Valid Subnets
  • Prefix Notification
  • Calculating Number of Valid Hosts
  • Calculating Number of Valid IP Addresses in a Given Subnet
  • Calculating the Subnet Number of a Given IP Address
  • Meeting Stated Design Requirements
Video 1

Switching II

  • 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
Video 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
Video 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
Video 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
Video 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
Video 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
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Meet Your Certified Instructor Chris Bryant

(CCIE #12933, CCNA, CCNP)

Chris Bryant Chris Bryant has over 10 years of extensive experience in both the practical and theoretical sides of Cisco and Networking technologies.

You will benefit greatly from Chris' detailed instruction and passion for helping others; especially since Chris has recently been "down the Cisco road", passing his CCNA, CCNP & finally the extremely grueling CCIE!

Take advantage of Chris Bryant's vast experience, wealth of knowledge and all-around good advice that will help you pass the exams (with flying colors!) AND develop the hands-on skills that the market demands.

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I bought your Cisco CCNA course to expand my I.T. skills and to get certified. I'm also a repeat customer.

Buying your product has helped me understand more about Cisco products. I am more comfortable dealing with routers more than ever. Buying your CCNA product has greatly enhanced my overall  I.T. skills.

Before buying your product, my skills were limited to Microsoft Products. After taking your CCNA course, It gave me hands-on experience that I could not have received elsewhere. I can now say my I.T. skills not only covered Microsoft products, it also covers Cisco products which means better jobs and better salary.

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I purchased the product to further enhance my skills in my current position and o prepare for obtaining my CCNA certification. This product has helped me tremendously and is still doing so to this day. I think the main reason is because I consider myself a visual learner and it helps tremendously to see the instructor performing examples while discussing the topic.

Aditionally, I think the video for this course was great because the instructor did a great job presenting the 'basics.'

-Jason Phillip
"I recently took the 640-802 exam and passed. I feel more confident working on Cisco network devices..."
I purchased the CCNA course because I wanted to study to pass the exam, and also to improve hands on skills. The instructions from Chris Bryant are excellent - I have been able to answer any subnetting or VLSM questions right the first time.

The material was presented in such as way as to provide real life scenarios of what happens in networks, and sometimes even the slightest omissions could result in problems.

I recently took the 640-802 exam and passed. I feel more confident working on Cisco network devices.  I received a bonus for passing the exam. I look forward to starting on 642-901 soon, and plan on trying Chris Bryant's video training.

Also, as I look forward to a Professional certification, particularly for CCVP I have yet to find sources that offer CD training. I would like to be notified when course material becomes available. Worth every penny.

-Victor Kimaro
"I'm confident that I will pass my CCNA exam with your CCNA Training..."
I like your delivery methods in that you can see straight away the output from the routers and switches. And I also like Chris's teaching method. Clear and concise and covers everything you need for Job, Exam success.

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-Eamonn Kiely
"...Chris Bryant’s style of teaching is so good that I have decided to seek my CCIE in the not too distant future..."
My boss is impressed with my desire to master networking at a high level. Even before passing my exam my boss is giving me network tasks to perform that will serve to solidify my CCNA training.

My confidence level handling network related issues at the desktop has improved profoundly. Lastly, Chris Bryant’s style of teaching is so good that I have decided to seek my CCIE in the not too distant future.

-Tom Walke
"Everyone has a different method/style of learning best. If learning via self-paced method, then I would highly recommend Train Signal’s Cisco CCNA material..."
The main reason I purchased the Cisco CCNA was for gaining/improving hands-on skills but also for preparing for certification for  the Cisco CCNA. I find your trainers and method of teaching to be effective in style and approach. I particularly like the fact that I can go back to individual modules to either brush up on something or learn something I may not have quite gotten the first time through.

I am currently studying for my CWNA exam of which I am using your TrainSignal material. I have not yet scheduled an exam time for the CCNA, however I have already benefited from this material. I found the section on IP Addressing to be good refresher. His method of explaining the ISO model I found to be well done as well. I am confident that it will help me achieve my goal towards the CCNA because it looks to have good coverage of the exam requirements, plus the trainer really does appear to know his stuff and explains it in an understandable way.

Everyone has a different method/style of learning best. If learning via self-paced method, then I would highly recommend TrainSignal’s Cisco CCNA material.

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-Marlon Deerr
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Your courses are very good and I wanted to learn networking. I am not a good reader and would much rather watch videos.

I am 60 years old and have a dead end job. At least I may have new networking skills that I may be able to market some day. I am taking the BSCI course from you and will go all the way to CCNP. I passed the CCNA test on the first shot. And will be taking the BSCI exam soon.

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About four years ago I stumbled into the field of IT (with no prior experience whatsoever). Up until this point, I have basically trained myself by reading hundreds and hundreds of pages from books and documentation. Needless to say, this method takes a lot of time and committment. But the more I read, is the more I fell in love with the concepts of networking.

What's my point? You guys make the learning process (as it relates to networking) almost too damn easy! And for that I am freaking ectstatic. Just think about how much farther along I could have been, had I only known about TrainSignal from the beginning.

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