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August 1, 2007
CCNA Update
Well, it looks as though Cisco has finally done a MAJOR update to their famous CCNA program. This update will indeed make it more difficult to attain a CCNA...and for good reason! Many people are just getting their CCNA certification and stopping (not moving on to the CCNP, CCSP, or whatever). So...Cisco decided, if that's all your going to do, then we'll make it so you really have an idea of what you're doing!
I've been contracted to write the new CCNA Exam Cram / Exam Prep series and to record the new CBTNuggets CCNA series, so I've been researching what is new for quite some time...Here's the scoop:
The CCNA certification has been split into two exams: ICND1 and ICND2. Because they have added so much information, Cisco has released a lower-level cert to the CCNA: the Cisco Certified Entry Level Tech (CCENT). If you pass the ICND1 exam, you get this new certification. Passing ICND1 and ICND2 gives you the CCNA certification.
ICND1 really focuses on the smaller network environment. You'll need to know the basics of routing, switching, and wireless technology. Also new to the scene is the Cisco Security Device Manager (SDM) graphic interface for managing your routers. Most of what the CCENT-certified person is able to do is done in the GUI. Command-line is typically used for verification.
ICND2 is where the rubber meets the road. Much of what used to be only in the CCNP track has moved into this exam - it is primarily focused around things like Access-lists, VLANs, Rapid STP, and NAT. Not to mention some advanced routing protocol config (OSPF / EIGRP).
So, my suggestion? If you haven't gotten your CCNA, get it soon! The current exams expire on November 6th. After that, it will be much more difficult to get your CCNA.
You can get more info about any of these tests from Cisco's CCNA Certification website: http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/le3/le2/le0/le9/learning_certification_type_home.html
Posted by JC at August 1, 2007 11:20 AM
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Is it 640-802, 803 ?
Posted by: Phil at August 17, 2007 7:53 AM
can u tell what kind Lab we need for CCENT??
Posted by: Mark at August 20, 2007 10:23 PM
Hi Jeremy, i found your blog accidentaly. I was just looking for some info regarding policy-based nat configurations on PIX.
Basically i want to thank for your CBT Nuggets, i learned ISA 2004 with that nugget, it was VERY helpfull, interactive and interesting, you did a great job, me and my friends enjoyed that material a lot!
Right i'm working in a Juniper reseller company, so i get to work a lot with Juniper (former Netscreen) firewalls, personally i think they are much more productive and easier to work with than cisco Pix. Anyway i'm focusing on on cisco, microsoft and juniper, and I hope more CBT Nuggets from you in the future!
P.S.: If you need any Juniper info i will be more than happy to provide it to you, Just contact me on my email.
Posted by: Ernesto Ovcharenko at October 16, 2007 7:27 AM
Please mr Cioara can i have the exam prep book for ccna 640 802?
Posted by: roger zendong at April 6, 2008 4:27 AM
Hi Jeremy,
I would like to know if it will be enought to pass the exams for CCNA just remembering everything from your CBT nuggets training or do I need to read more material than that? And if yes what book is up to day? (04/09/2008) Thanks a lot. By the way I really like your training program. YOu are an excellent teacher.
Posted by: Libor at April 9, 2008 7:55 AM
hi jeremy
i'm algerian and i studied english only for undertunding you in cbt nuggets...
i want to thank you...i'm not certified yet but with your videos i'm sure i will have the ccna and who know maybe more...
"las but not least" it was very informative for me "i like to thank you for reading"
ps: if you come in algeria email me and i will do my best for any things...
Posted by: MOHAMMED AMINE DIB at April 30, 2008 12:29 PM
Hi Jeremy
please i need technical support to configure a VPN
thanks
Abiola
Posted by: Olaleye Abiola at May 13, 2008 1:10 AM
how can i get free learning materials like cisco academy for ccna exam preparation?kenyan
Posted by: nick at July 16, 2008 2:03 AM
Jeremy,
Wow I have been looking for this opportunity to be able to send u a mail like this. I really like your CBT nuggets, they re cool and each time I need references I go back to the CD that I cant get from any other IT centre here in my country.
Thank You.
Posted by: Damilola at August 8, 2008 11:35 AM
Hi Jeremy,
My name is Yagnesh and i am from India. I am currently preparing for my CCNA. Also i am working as a systems engineer. I would like to know if its possible anyhow to combine the bandwidth of two or more PPPoE ADSL connection into one and use it as if it was a single high speed internet. I thought of putting 2 ADSL modem connecting to internet at similar bandwidth connected to a Router and the same router connects to a cisco switch. So what i would do is give all my pc gateway ip of the interface of router to which switch connects. Pls guide me on this.
Posted by: Yagnesh Chauhan at August 25, 2008 11:41 PM
Hi Jeremy,
One more help i need from you. The matter is i live here in Oman (Muscat) which is a gulf country. Here everyone in gulf they have blocked SIP protocol and also one cannot have voice chats or something so just because Omantel here wants to earn heavy profits on outgoing international calls. Can You help me with some bypass proxy server or something that works so that i can overcome this omantel hurdle and make the best use of technology. Any help will be highly appreciated.
Posted by: Yagnesh Chauhan at August 25, 2008 11:48 PM
Hi Jeremy,
well I guess I'm another in a growing army of Ciaoraites that just passed my CCNA this afternoon !
many thanks for the training and endless enthusiasm in the CBT Nuggets.
Roll on CCNP !!
Kind regards,
Brian
Posted by: Brian in Ireland at October 10, 2008 10:06 AM
Jeremey you do a fantastic job on the Cisco material. I love your enthusiastic style as well as picking up those tiny helpful little tid bits like the "do" command whilst in global config mode! I mean how cool is that! Sounds silly but makes life alot quicker to configure a switch/router when you know all the handy shortcuts!!
Posted by: Shawn Harry at November 14, 2008 2:24 PM
Jeremy,
I am here at work and I am watching the BCMSN CBT Nugget videos, specifically the wireless one and in it you mentioned that you live out in the PHX area of Arizona. I am looking to move out there early next year and wanted to know maybe if you would be able to share with me your insights into the companies in that area or even what the IT industry is like? I would very much appreciate any advice you would be able to share with me about the Greater Phoenix area. Thanks!
Posted by: Charles Thompson at November 17, 2008 11:36 AM
hi, good mooning my name is babangida simon iam from nigeria country , my comment here, is just because i like how cisco network peogram is helping people in nigerian country.
so may god help you by progresing:Ament
Posted by: babangida at December 2, 2008 5:31 AM