The official self-study test preparation guide for the Cisco CCNP BCMSN exam 642-811This best-selling study guide helps you master all the topics on the new CCNP BCMSN exam, including:Switch operation and configurationVLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP)Aggregating Switch LinksSpanning Tree Protocol (STP)Multilayer switchingRouter redundancy and load balancingMulticastingQuality of service (QoS)IP telephonySecuring switch accessSwitch security with virtual LANs (VLANs)CCNP BCMSN Exam Certification Guide is a best-of-breed Cisco exam study guide that has been completely updated to focus specifically on the objectives for the new CCNP BCMSN exam. Respected author David Hucaby shares preparation hints and tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual and hands-on knowledge. This new edition is organized in a modular fashion, segmenting larger chapters into smaller, more easily digestible components. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics. CCNP BCMSN Exam Certification Guide presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. "Do I Know This Already?" quizzes open each chapter and allow you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section. Chapter subject lists make referencing easy and Foundation Summary tables give you a quick refresher whenever you need it. Challenging chapter-ending review questions help you assess your knowledge and reinforce key concepts. Scenario-based exercises help you think about exam objectives in real-world situations, thus increasing recall during exam time. The companion CD-ROM contains a powerful new testing engine that allows you to focus on individual topic areas or take complete, timed exams. The assessment engine also tracks your performance and provides feedback on a module-by-module basis, providing question-by-question remediation to the text and laying out a complete study plan for review. Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this book helps you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the exam the first time. CCNP BCMSN Exam Certification Guide 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. To find out more about instructor-led, e-learning, and hands-on instruction offered by authorized Cisco Learning Partners worldwide, please visit www.cisco.com/go/authorizedtraining.Companion CD-ROMThe CD-ROM contains more than 300 practice questions for the BCMSN exam, including simulation-based questions. It also contains the full text in electronic format.This volume is part of the Exam Certification Guide Series from Cisco Press. Books in this series provide officially developed exam preparation materials that offer assessment, review, and practice to help Cisco Career Certification candidates identify weaknesses, concentrate their study efforts, and enhance their confidence as exam day nears.