200-301-VOL2.AE1
CCNA Certification Study Guide, Volume 2 (200-301)
Enroll in our CCNA Certification study guide (200-301) course to build a promising career in networking.
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- 25 Interactive Lessons and 164 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 514 Practice Test Questions and 2 Full Length Tests
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25Interactive Lessons
164Topics
33LiveLab
514Practice Test Questions
546Flashcards
546Glossary of terms
01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
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Our CCNA Certification study guide (200-301) is tailored to educate you about technical concepts and skills that form the backbone of networking. You’ll learn about addressing schemes (TCP/IP, IPv4, and IPv6), routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP), and network switching fundamentals (VLANs, inter-VLAN routing, and spanning tree protocols). Additionally, you’ll learn about network troubleshooting techniques and best practices for maintaining network performance and reliability. By the end of this course, you’ll be well-prepared to take the CCNA 200-301 exam.
- Understand network components, topologies, and physical infrastructure
- Master IP addressing, subnetting, and troubleshooting techniques
- Configure static and dynamic routing protocols (RIP and OSPF)
- Learn switching concepts, VLANs and inter-VLAN routing
- Implement security measures like access lists, NAT, and encryption
- Deploy and configure wireless networks, including security and management
- Explore concepts like virtualization, SDN, and automation tools
Target Career Roles
- Help Desk Technician
- Network Support Technician
- Entry-level Network Engineer
02 / Lessons & labs
See exactly what you will learn and practice
Lessons
25 Interactive Lessons · 164 topics01 Introduction 4 topics +
- Cisco’s Network Certifications
- What Does This Course Cover?
- CCNA Exam Overview
- CCNA Certification Exam 200-301 Objectives
02 Network Fundamentals 7 topics +
- Network Components
- Next-Generation Firewalls and IPS
- Network Topology Architectures
- Physical Interfaces and Cables
- Ethernet Cabling
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
03 TCP/IP 6 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Introducing TCP/IP
- TCP/IP and the DoD Model
- IP Addressing
- IPv4 Address Types
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
04 Easy Subnetting 3 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Subnetting Basics
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
05 Troubleshooting IP Addressing 3 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Cisco’s Way of Troubleshooting IP
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
06 IP Routing 8 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Routing Basics
- The IP Routing Process
- Configuring IP Routing
- Configuring IP Routing in Our Network
- Dynamic Routing
- Routing Information Protocol (RIP)
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
07 Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) 6 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) Basics
- Configuring OSPF
- OSPF and Loopback Interfaces
- Verifying OSPF Configuration
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
08 Layer 2 Switching 4 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Switching Services
- Configuring Catalyst Switches
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
09 VLANs and Inter-VLAN Routing 6 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- VLAN Basics
- Identifying VLANs
- Routing Between VLANs
- Configuring VLANs
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
10 Enhanced Switched Technologies 8 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
- Types of Spanning-Tree Protocols
- Modifying and Verifying the Bridge ID
- Spanning-Tree Failure Consequences
- PortFast and BPDU Guard
- EtherChannel
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
11 Access Lists 7 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Perimeter, Firewall, and Internal Routers
- Introduction to Access Lists
- Standard Access Lists
- Extended Access Lists
- Monitoring Access Lists
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
12 Network Address Translation (NAT) 7 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- When Do We Use NAT?
- Types of Network Address Translation
- NAT Names
- How NAT Works
- Testing and Troubleshooting NAT
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
13 IP Services 7 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Exploring Connected Devices Using CDP and LLDP
- Network Time Protocol (NTP)
- SNMP
- Syslog
- Secure Shell (SSH)
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
14 Security 12 topics · 7 LiveLab +
- Network Security Threats
- Three Primary Network Attacks
- Network Attacks
- Security Program Elements
- Layer 2 Security Features
- Authentication Methods
- Managing User Accounts
- Security Password Policy Elements
- User-Authentication Methods
- Setting Passwords
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
7 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
15 First Hop Redundancy Protocol (FHRP) 5 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Client Redundancy Issues
- Introducing First Hop Redundancy Protocol (FHRP)
- Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP)
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
16 Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) 4 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Virtual Private Networks
- GRE Tunnels
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
17 Quality of Service (QoS) 5 topics +
- Quality of Service
- Trust Boundary
- QoS Mechanisms
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
18 Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) 9 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Why Do We Need IPv6?
- The Benefits and Uses of IPv6
- IPv6 Addressing and Expressions
- How IPv6 Works in an Internetwork
- IPv6 Routing Protocols
- Configuring IPv6 on Our Internetwork
- Configuring Routing on Our Internetwork
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
19 Troubleshooting IP, IPv6, and VLANs 8 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Endpoints
- Servers
- IP Config
- Troubleshooting IP Network Connectivity
- Troubleshooting IPv6 Network Connectivity
- Troubleshooting VLAN Connectivity
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
20 Wireless Technologies 8 topics +
- Wireless Networks
- Basic Wireless Devices
- Wireless Principles
- Nonoverlapping Wi-Fi channels
- Radio Frequency (RF)
- Wireless Security
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
21 Configuring Wireless Technologies 10 topics +
- WLAN Deployment Models
- Setting Up a Wireless LAN Controller (WLC)
- Joining Access Points (APs)
- Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC)
- WLC Port Types
- WLC Interface Types
- AP Modes
- AP and WLC Management Access Connections
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
22 Virtualization, Automation, and Programmability 8 topics +
- Virtual Machine Fundamentals
- Virtualization Components
- Virtualization Features
- Virtualization Types
- Virtualization Solutions
- Automation Components
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
23 SDN Controllers 10 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Traditional Network Monitoring Systems (NMS)
- Traditional Network Configuration Managers (NCMs)
- Traditional Networking
- Introduction to SDN
- Separating the Control Plane
- Controller-Based Architectures
- SDN Network Components
- DNA Center Overview
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
24 Configuration Management 9 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Team Silos
- DevOps
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Ansible
- Ansible Tower/AWX
- Puppet
- Chef
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
25 Appendix A: Additional Content +
Hands-On Labs Our edge
33 LiveLabs- Showing Cisco IOS File Systems Configuration on a Router
- Configuring a CIDR-Based IP Network
- Viewing the IP Address, Mask, and Default Router Settings on Windows
- Viewing the IP Address, Mask, and Default Router Settings on Linux
- Using the show ip route Command
- Configuring OSPF
- Using the show Command
- Implementing Port Security
- Configuring Interfaces as Trunk Ports
- Creating a New VLAN and Placing Switch Ports into that VLAN
- Configuring Port Fast and Rapid Spanning Tree
- Creating and Applying an ACL at the CLI Using Named Access List Configuration
- Adding to and Displaying a Numbered ACL Configuration
- Configuring Network Address Translation
- Setting the Date, Time, Timezone, and Daylight Savings Time
- Seeing Severity 3 and 5 Messages at the Console and Severity 3 Only in the Buffer
- Configuring Syslog and Viewing Settings on a Router
- Disabling the Timestamp and Enabling a Sequence Number in Log Messages
- Using dig for Passive Reconnaissance
- Using nslookup for Passive Reconnaissance
- Performing ARP Spoofing
- Spoofing MAC Address
- Configuring DHCP Snooping
- Encrypting IOS Passwords with the service password-encryption Command
- Encoding a Password as Type 5 (MD5)
- Configuring HSRP
- Configuring GRE Tunnels
- Enabling IPv6 Routing and Routing Protocols
- Configuring Static Routing
- Configuring VLANs
- Configuring SNMPv3
- Creating and Running a Playbook
- Creating an ansible.cfg File
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03 / Exam details
CCNA Certification Study Guide, Volume 2 (200-301) Details
Get certified for the Cisco CCNA certification exam with the CCNA Certification Study Guide, Volume 2 (200-301) course and lab. The CCNA course and lab cover the CCNA 200-301 exam objectives and provides an understanding of the topics such as access points, controllers (Cisco DNA Center and WLC), endpoints, servers, virtualization fundamentals, Cisco Wireless Architectures, and AP modes, and more.
Questions
100-120
(per exam)
Duration
120 minutes
(per exam)
Passing Score
800-850
(on a scale of 1000)
Exam Fee
USD 300
(per exam)
Delivered by
Pearson VUE
(in-person or online)
Question Format
Simlet Testlet Simulation Drag-and-drop...
single/multiple choice, performance-based
Practice Tests
514 Practice Questions
(mapped to official exam objectives)
Certification
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04 / FAQs
Questions before you start
How can I best prepare for the CCNA 200-301 exam? +
Utilize our Cisco CCNA Certification training course to prepare for the 200-301 exam. It includes gamified test preps, hands-on labs, and video lessons to reinforce your concepts and enhance your skills.
What are the prerequisites for taking the CCNA exam (200-301)? +
There are no formal prerequisites. However, having a basic understanding of networking concepts and hands-on experience is recommended.
Is this course suitable for beginners? +
Yes, the course caters to both beginners and individuals with some networking experience.
What career opportunities are available after obtaining a CCNA certification? +
With a CCNA certification, you can pursue roles such as Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Systems Administrator, and IT Support Specialist.
How does the CCNA certification impact salary prospects? +
The CCNA certification significantly boosts your earning potential. A Cisco-certified professional typically earn between $60,000 and $90,000 annually on average.
What is the job outlook for CCNA-certified professionals?+
The demand for networking professionals is expected to grow, with a positive job outlook for those holding a CCNA certification. This is due to the increasing reliance on network infrastructure in various sectors. It will make you a more competitive candidate for promotions and advanced roles within your organization.
Can the CCNA certification lead to further certifications and specialization?+
Yes, the Cisco CCNA certification is a foundational credential that leads to more advanced certifications like CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) and CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert).
What are the prerequisites for this exam?+
There is no formal requirements for taking the new exam. However, Cisco recommends that the candidate should have:
- An understanding of all exam topics
- Good grasps of network fundamentals
- One or more years of experience with computer networking and Cisco equipments
What is the exam registration fee?+
USD 300
Where do I take the exam?+
What is the format of the exam?+
- Simlet
- Testlet
- Simulation
- Drag-and-drop
- Fill-in-the-blank
- Multiple choice (single and multiple answers)
How many questions are asked in the exam?+
The exam contains 100-120 questions.
What is the duration of the exam?+
120 minutes
What is the passing score?+
800-850
(on a scale of 300-1000)
What is the exam's retake policy?+
The policies for retaking exams are as follows:
- Candidates who fail an Associate, Professional, or Specialist exam must wait a period of five (5) calendar days, beginning the day after the failed attempt, before they may retest for the same exam.
- Candidates who fail any Cisco Certified Internetwork Experts (CCIE) certification or Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) written exam must wait for a period of 15 calendar days, beginning the day after the failed attempt, before retaking the same exam.
- Once passed, a candidate must wait a minimum of 180 days before taking the same exam with an identical exam number.
- Candidates who violate these policies are in violation of the agreement. Such conduct is strictly prohibited as described in the Cisco certification and confidentiality agreement.
Where can I find more information about this exam?+
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