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The CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) certification is an advanced-level credential offered by Cisco Systems, a prominent leader in networking technology. Designed for networking professionals aiming to further their skills and expertise, the CCNP certification validates your ability to plan, implement, verify, and troubleshoot complex networking solutions.

Course Description

CCNP-certified individuals demonstrate a deep understanding of networking technologies, protocols, and practices, making them highly valuable assets in designing and managing intricate network infrastructures. This certification is especially beneficial for those seeking to advance their careers in roles such as network engineer, network administrator, or network consultant.

The CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) certification is an advanced-level credential offered by Cisco that validates your expertise in planning, implementing, troubleshooting, and managing complex networking solutions.

The CCNP certification offers several specialized tracks, including CCNP Enterprise (formerly CCNP Routing and Switching), CCNP Security, CCNP Data Center, CCNP Service Provider, and CCNP Collaboration. Each track focuses on specific areas of networking technology.

The CCNP exams consist of multiple-choice questions, drag-and-drop questions, simulation-based questions, and other interactive question types. The format can vary depending on the specific exam and track you are taking.

There are no formal prerequisites to take the CCNP exam. However, having a strong foundation in networking concepts and potentially earning the CCNA certification is recommended before pursuing the CCNP certification.

To prepare for the CCNP exam, consider using Cisco's official study materials, practice exams, and training courses specific to your chosen track. Building hands-on experience through lab exercises and real-world scenarios is also crucial to understanding the concepts deeply.

What you'll learn

  • You will be ready to pass ENCOR exams v1.1 and get great hands on experience with our detailed labs. Anyone who wants to learn routing at professional level. Anyone who wants to prepare for the CCNP Enterprise certification exams. Anyone who wants to prepare for the CCNP exam

Requirements

  • CCNA Routing & Switching Knowledge CCNA 200-125 or CCNA 200-301 General understanding of how to manage network devices. Basic knowledge of how to implement LANs, network automation. General understanding of network fundamentals

Curriculam

Static Routing

Dynamic Routing
Default Routing
IP Addressing
Summarization (Auto and Manual)

EIGRP Features

EIGRP Update Process
Configuration and Verification of EIGRP Tables
EQUAL and UNEQUAL Metric Route Load Sharing
Summarization
EIGRP Metric Tuning
Manipulating Hello and Hold Timer
Static Neighbour configuration
Passive Interfaces
Authentication
Neighbour ship over WAN
EIGRP Stub features
Default Route with EIGRP
Route Filtering by using ACL
IP Prefix-list and Route-Map

OSPF Link State Features

Packet Types
OSPF Neighbours and Adjacencies on LAN and WAN,
LSA TYPES
OSPF Metric Calculation and Tuning
OSPF Network Types (Point-to-Point, BMA, NBMA)
OSPF Configuration and Verification Route Filtering

Special Areas (Stub, Totally Stubby, NSSA, Totally NSSA)

OSPF Virtual Link with Authentication / No Authentication,
Manipulating Hello and Dead Intervals

Redistribution Concepts and Process

Redistributing into EIGRP / OSPF / RIP

Redistribution with Route-Map / Distribute-list

Issues with Multiple Redistribution Points

Basics of Internet Routing and Addressing

Internet Route Aggregation
BGP ASNs (Public and Private ASNs)
Single Homed and Dual Homed
Single Multi homed and Dual Multi homed
Internal BGP: Next-hop Issue with IBGP
Split-Horizon
IBGP Mesh
Clearing BGP Peers (Inbound and Outbound Filtering)
IBGP Neighbours with Loopback Address
External BGP ebgp Neighbours with Loopback Address
BGP Update Messages and BGP States
Effect of Auto Summarization in BGP
BGP Path Attributes: Weight
Local Preference
As-path Pre-pend
Origin Codes
Multi Exit Discriminator
BGP Route Filtering and BGP PATH Selection Process

Enterprise Campus Network Design

Hierarchical Network Design
Layer 2 Switch Operation
Multi-Layer Switch Operation
Types of Multi-Layer Switch
Switching Tables: CAM / TCAM
Ethernet Concepts: Ethernet / Fast Ethernet / Gigabyte Ethernet
10 Gigabyte Ethernet / Metro Ethernet
Switch Port Cables and Connectors
Switch Port Configuration: Port Speed & Port Duplex Mode
VLAN and TRUNKS: VLAN Membership and Deployment
Trunk Encapsulation (ISL/Dot1q)
DTP and VLAN Trunking Protocol: VTP Domain / Modes / Advertisement
VTP Version and VTP Pruning

Switch Port Aggregating with Ether Channel

Ether Channel Load Balancing
Ether Channel Negotiation Protocol (PAgP, LACP)

STP Concept

BPDU (CBPDU, TCN BPDU)
STP States
STP Timers
Types of STP: CST/PVST /PVST+
STP Root Bridge Placement and Configuration
STP Customization
Modifying STP Timers
PORTFAST / UPLINKFAST / BACKBONEFAST
Protecting STP: ROOTGUARD / BPDUGUARD / LOOPGUARD/ UDLD

Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol

BPDU & Convergence in RSTP
Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol
MST Region
Instances with MST

Type of Interfaces in MLS

Inter VLAN Routing in MLS
Multi-Layer Switching with CEF

HSRP / VRRP / GLBP

Supervisor and Route Processor Redundancy
Configuring Redundancy Modes & Supervisor Synchronization
Non Stop Forwarding

Correct path selection

Troubleshoot and Resolve OSPF problems
Neighbour advances
Hello and Dead timers
OSPF area
Interface MTU
Network types
Neighbour states
OSPF topology database
Troubleshoot and Resolve EIGRP problems
Neighbour adjancies
AS number
Load balancing
Troubleshoot and Resolve interVLAN
Connectivity
Encapsulation
Subnet
Native VLAN
Native VLAN
Subnet
Native VLAN
Port mode trunk status
Troubleshoot and Resolve ACL issues
Statistics
Permitted networks
Direction
Troubleshoot and Resolve WAN implementation issues
Serial interfaces
PPP
Frame relay
Troubleshoot etherchannel problems

FAQ

The CCNP certification showcases your advanced networking skills and expertise, making you a sought-after professional for roles that involve designing, implementing, and managing complex network solutions. It demonstrates your commitment to staying current with industry-leading technologies.

The number of exams required varies depending on the specific CCNP track you choose. Some tracks require passing multiple exams, while others may have fewer. Each track has its own set of associated exams.

Yes, the CCNP certification is valid for three years. To maintain your CCNP certification status, you can either pass a higher-level Cisco certification exam or renew through Continuing Education activities, earning a specified number of Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Cisco offers online proctoring for many of its certification exams, including some CCNP exams. This allows you to take the exam from your own location while being monitored by a proctor remotely. However, the availability of online proctoring can vary by exam and location.

Yes, CCNP certifications are globally recognized and respected in the networking industry. Cisco's reputation and the comprehensive nature of CCNP training make it valuable to organizations worldwide.

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Training Course Features

Assessments
Assessments

Every certification training session is followed by a quiz to assess your course learning.

Mock Tests
Mock Tests

The Mock Tests Are Arranged To Help You Prepare For The Certification Examination.

Lifetime Access
Lifetime Access

A lifetime access to LMS is provided where presentations, quizzes, installation guides & class recordings are available.

24x7 Expert Support
24x7 Expert Support

A 24x7 online support team is available to resolve all your technical queries, through a ticket-based tracking system.

Forum
Forum

For our learners, we have a community forum that further facilitates learning through peer interaction and knowledge sharing.

Certification
Certification

Successfully complete your final course project and Edtia will provide you with a completion certification.

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The cost of the CCNA certification exam can vary based on your location and the specific version of the exam. It's recommended to check the official Cisco website for the most accurate and up-to-date pricing information.

There are no formal prerequisites for taking the CCNA certification exam. However, having a basic understanding of networking concepts can be beneficial.

The passing score for the CCNA certification exam is typically in the range of 800 to 850 out of a total of 1000 points. The exact passing score can vary based on the difficulty of the exam version.

Yes, you can retake the CCNA exam if you do not pass it on your first attempt. There is no waiting period to retake the exam, but you must pay the exam fee each time you take it.

The CCNA certification can open doors to various job opportunities in networking, such as network administrator, network technician, or support engineer. It's a recognized industry standard that validates your skills and knowledge.

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