Book Description
Master hands-on CCNA skills with a network simulator that lets you build your own network, with up to 200 devicesGain hands-on experience for all CCNA exam topicsSelect from 45 different router and switch modelsLearn with integrated content from the number-One selling CCNA Certification Library written by Wendell Odom

Cisco CCNA Network Simulator is a boxed software product derived from the previously self-published Boson NetSim from Boson Software. It provides users with a means to develop hands-on skills at the CCNA level without the investment in expensive hardware. The software, which includes the Boson Router Simulator, was designed to give users the skills needed to pass the new CCNA 800 series exams (640-801, 640-811, and 640-821). The combination of Cisco IOS and Catalyst simulated command line interface (CLI) establishes a foundation of knowledge that is integral to CCNA success, both in taking the CCNA exams and in one's daily job as a CCNA professional. The title includes a drag-and-drop Network Designer that supports up to 200 devices using 45 different device models, including 40 different router models and 2 Catalyst switch models. Users can have up to 200 active Telnet sessions configuring devices inside the simulator. This unique feature allows users to create their own lab topologies, freeing them for the first time from the configurations locked in place by the software vendor. Currently no other network simulation package offers this much versatility and support.

Cisco CCNA Network Simulator also includes a comprehensive lab menu that contains more than 100 structured labs for users to run. More than 20 advanced-level labs from Wendell Odom's CCNA texts allow users to perform complex tasks on networks that combine all the various CCNA technologies.

Boson Software, Inc. is a software company specializing in products for test preparation and the development of hands-on skills. Boson is a Cisco Learning Partner, and offers practice tests on every major certification in the IT industry, as well many outside the IT market. Boson Software is headquartered in Tampa, FL.

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From the Publisher
The most powerful router simulation software for hands-on CCNA 640-801 skills enhancement Design a network with up to 200 routers and switches Choose from 45 different router and switch models Learn from over 100 CCNA labs Cisco CCNA Network Simulator helps you develop and practice hands-on skills without the investment in expensive lab hardware. This state-of-the-art simulator software, reviewed by six CCIE® engineers, allows you to Design networks with the drag-and-drop Boson Network Designer that simulates up to 200 devices using 45 different device models—all with no upgrade required. Practice your networking skills with more than 100 structured labs, including 37 standalone labs, 20 sequential labs, 26 scenario labs, and 22 advanced labs. Experience actual network device response as each simulated routing and switching protocol maintains its own routing and bridging table for true-to-life routing and switching simulation. Reinforce your knowledge with excerpts from the best-selling CCNA INTRO and ICND Exam Certification Guides by Wendell Odom. Cisco CCNA Network Simulator is part of a recommended study program from Cisco Systems® that includes simulation and hands-on training from authorized Cisco Learning Partners and self-study products from Cisco Press. Cisco CCNA Network Simulator Closest Competitor Number of Included Labs 105 84 Lab Grading Function yes no Integrated Program Tutorial yes no Add Your Own Labs to the Lab Menu System yes no Load/Save Entire Network Snapshot with Configs yes no Load/Save Individual Router/Switch Device Configs yes yes Load Real Router/Switch Device Configs yes no Telnet to a Device with Any Standard Telnet Program yes no Telnet to a Device Using Simulated Terminal Server yes no Different Device Models for Making Custom Network 45 4 Total Simultaneous Devices in the Same Network 200 13 Router Simulator engine and Network Designer both support 45 different Cisco device models, including the following families of routers and switches: Cisco 800 Series Routers Cisco 1000 Series Routers Cisco 1600 Series Routers Cisco 1700 Series Routers Cisco 2500 Series Routers Cisco 2600 Series Routers Cisco 3600 Series Routers Cisco 4500 Series Routers Cisco 1900 Series Switches Cisco 2950 Series Switches Slot-Based Devices with Capability to Change Modules Hosts with Friendly CLI and Integrated Help Minimum Software Requirements: IBM-PC 100% Compatible at 500 MHz or faster Windows® 98 or Me with 64 MB RAM Windows 2000® or XP with 128 MB RAM NOT supported: Windows 95, NT, or Server CD-ROM disk drive 4x or faster 100 MB of free disk space TCP/IP installed Adobe® Acrobat® Reader version 5.0 or higher Internet Explorer version 6.0 or higher Video card capable of 800x600 resolution with 8-bit (256) colors Internet access for immediate registration

About the Author

Boson Software, Inc. is a software company specializing in products for test preparation and the development of hands-on skills. Boson is a Cisco Learning Partner, and offers practice tests on every major certification in the IT industry, as well as many outside the IT market. Boson Software is headquartered in Tampa, FL.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Cisco CCNA Network Simulator is a boxed software product derived from the previously self-published Boson NetSim from Boson Software. It provides users with a means to develop hands-on skills at the CCNA level without the investment in expensive hardware. The software, which includes the Boson Router Simulator, was designed to give users the skills needed to pass the new CCNA 800 series exams (640-801, 640-811, and 640-821). The combination of Cisco IOS and Catalyst simulated command line interface (CLI) establishes a foundation of knowledge that is integral to CCNA success, both in taking the CCNA exams and in their daily job as a CCNA professional. The title includes a drag-and-drop Network Designer that supports up to 200 devices using 45 different device models, including 40 different router models and 2 Catalyst switch models. Users can have up to 200 active telnet sessions configuring devices inside the simulator. Currently no other network simulation packages offer this much versatility and support. This unique feature allows users to create their own lab topologies, freeing them for the first time from the configurations locked in place by the software vendor. Cisco CCNA Network Simulator also includes a comprehensive lab menu that contains more than 100 structured labs for users to run. More than 20 advanced-level labs from Wendell Odom's CCNA texts allow users to perform complex tasks on networks that combine all the various CCNA technologies.