CCNP Switching Exam Certification Guide

A study guide for taking the Cisco-certified network professional (CCNP) switching exam #640-504. Quizzes at the beginning of each chapter assess areas of strength and weakness, and direct the reader to the appropriate sections for study. Topics include campus network design models, VLANs and trunking, redundant switch links, multilayer switching, configuring multicast networks, and the hot standby router protocol. The CD-ROM contains an exam simulation for practice. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

David Hucaby, CCIE(r) No. 4594, is a lead network engineer for the University of Kentucky, where he designs, implements, and maintains campus networks using Cisco products. Prior to his current position, David was a senior network consultant providing design and implementation expertise focused on Cisco-based VPN and IP telephony solutions.

Tim Boyles is the director of network architecture for @Link Networks, a national CLEC that specializes in broadband data and communications solutions for small and medium-sized networks. Prior to his current position, Tim worked as a senior consultant for Lucent Networkcare, where he was responsible for the implementation of large switch-based networks. Tim has multiple vendor certifications, including CCNP.