CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide: Designing & Implementing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks

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• Authoritative coverage of every ENWLSD 300-425 and ENWLSI 300-430 exam topic, with all the context and practical examples you need
• Logical, well-organized, practical coverage: site surveys, infrastructure, mobility, WLAN high availability, FlexConnect, QoS, multicast, location, security, monitoring, and device hardening
• Covers all wireless network layers; conceptual/theoretical, and practical components; and the entire wireless network lifecycle
• Includes realistic practice tests, plus extensive proven features to help you review more efficiently
• By top experts in Cisco enterprise wireless networking
• For all candidates pursuing CCNP Enterprise certification with a focus on wireless technology

• Copyright 2021
• Dimensions: 7-3/8" x 9-1/8"
• Pages: 576
• Edition: 1st

• Book
• ISBN-10: 0-13-660095-6
• ISBN-13: 978-0-13-660095-4

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This official study guide helps you master all the topics on the CCNP Designing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (ENWLSD 300-425) exam and CCNP Implementing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (ENWLSI 300-430) exam, including

• Wireless Site Survey
• Wired and Wireless Infrastructure
• Mobility
• WLAN High Availability
• FlexConnect
• QoS on a Wireless Network
• Multicast
• Location Services and Advanced Location Services
• Security for Wireless Client Connectivity
• Monitoring
• Device Hardening

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CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide focuses specifically on the objectives for the CCNP Designing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (300-425 ENWLSD) exam and CCNP Implementing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (300-430 ENWLSI) exam. Wireless Networking Experts Jerome Henry, Robert Barton, and Dave Hucaby share preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics.

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• A test-preparation routine proven to help you pass the exams
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The official study guide helps you master all the topics on the CCNP Designing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (300-425 ENWLSD) exam and CCNP Implementing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (300-430 ENWLSI) exam, including

• Wireless Site Survey
• Wired and Wireless Infrastructure
• Mobility
• WLAN High Availability
• FlexConnect
• QoS on a Wireless Network
• Multicast
• Location Services and Advanced Location Services
• Security for Wireless Client Connectivity
• Monitoring
• Device Hardening

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Table of Contents

    Introduction xxiv
Part I Wireless Design (ENWLSD) 3
Chapter 1 Wireless Design Requirements 4
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 5
    Foundation Topics 7
    Following a Design Process 7
    Evaluating Customer Requirements 8
    Evaluating Client Requirements 10
    Choosing AP Types 15
    Evaluating Security Requirements 16
    AP Deployment Models 17
    Summary 22
    Exam Preparation Tasks 22
    Review All Key Topics 23
    Define Key Terms 23
Chapter 2 Conducting an Offsite Site Survey 24
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 24
    Foundation Topics 26
    The Effect of Material Attenuation on Wireless Design 26
    Common Deployment Models for Different Industries 28
    Designing with Regulations in Mind 33
    Choosing the Right Survey Type 37
    A Survey of Wireless Planning Tools 38
    Conducting a Predictive Site Survey 39
    Summary 41
    References 41
    Exam Preparation Tasks 42
    Review All Key Topics 42
    Define Key Terms 42
Chapter 3 Conducting an Onsite Site Survey 44
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 45
    Foundation Topics 46
    Performing a Walkthrough Survey 46
    Performing a Layer 1 Survey 49
    Performing a Layer 2 Survey 54
    Performing a Post-Deployment Onsite Survey 62
    Summary 64
    References 64
    Exam Preparation Tasks 65
    Review All Key Topics 65
    Define Key Terms 65
Chapter 4 Physical and Logical Infrastructure Requirements 66
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 67
    Foundation Topics 68
    Physical Infrastructure Requirements 68
    Logical Infrastructure Requirements 76
    CAPWAP Flow 76
    Summary 81
    References 82
    Exam Preparation Tasks 82
    Review All Key Topics 82
    Define Key Terms 82
Chapter 5 Applying Wireless Design Requirements 84
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 85
    Foundation Topics 87
    Defining AP Coverage 87
    Expanding Coverage with Additional APs 94
    Designing a Wireless Network for Data 98
    Designing a Wireless Network for High Density 99
    Designing a Wireless Network for Voice and Video 105
    Designing a Wireless Network for Location 107
    Summary 108
    Exam Preparation Tasks 108
    Review All Key Topics 108
    Define Key Terms 109
Chapter 6 Designing Radio Management 110
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 110
    Foundation Topics 113
    Understanding RRM 113
    Flexible Radio Assignment (FRA) 128
    Localizing RRM with RF Profiles 130
    Optimizing AP Cell Sensitivity with RxSOP 132
    Summary 134
    Exam Preparation Tasks 134
    Review All Key Topics 135
    Define Key Terms 135
Chapter 7 Designing Wireless Mesh Networks 136
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 137
    Foundation Topics 138
    Mesh Network Architecture and Components 138
    Site Preparation and Planning 142
    Mesh Convergence and Traffic Flows 147
    Cisco Wi-Fi Mesh Configuration 152
    Daisy-Chaining Wireless Mesh Links 155
    Workgroup Bridges 158
    Summary 161
    References 161
    Exam Preparation Tasks 162
    Review All Key Topics 162
    Define Key Terms 162
Chapter 8 Designing for Client Mobility 164
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 164
    Foundation Topics 167
    Roaming Review 167
    Organizing Roaming Behavior with Mobility Groups 171
    Optimizing AP Selection for Client Roaming 176
    Optimizing Security Processes for Roaming 179
    Summary 186
    Exam Preparation Tasks 186
    Review All Key Topics 186
    Define Key Terms 187
Chapter 9 Designing High Availability 188
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 188
    Foundation Topics 190
    Making Controller Connectivity More Resilient 192
    Designing High Availability for APs 193
    Designing High Availability for Controllers 197
    Summary 201
    Exam Preparation Tasks 201
    Review All Key Topics 201
    Define Key Terms 202
Part II Wireless Implementation (ENWLSI) 205
Chapter 10 Implementing FlexConnect 206
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 208
    Foundation Topics 210
    Remote Office Wireless Deployment Modes 210
    FlexConnect Overview and Requirements 212
    Implementing FlexConnect with AireOS 215
    FlexConnect High Availability and Resiliency 222
    FlexConnect ACLs 225
    FlexConnect Smart AP Image Upgrades 228
    Implementing FlexConnect with IOS-XE Controllers 230
    A Summary of FlexConnect Best Practices Recommendations 236
    Office Extend 237
    Summary 238
    References 239
    Exam Preparation Tasks 239
    Review All Key Topics 239
    Define Key Terms 240
Chapter 11 Implementing Quality of Service on a Wireless Network 242
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 243
    Foundation Topics 244
    An Overview of Wireless QoS Principles 244
    Implementing QoS Policies on the Wireless Controller 256
    Implementing QoS for Wireless Clients 267
    Implementing Application Visibility and Control 270
    Summary 277
    References 277
    Exam Preparation Tasks 278
    Review All Key Topics 278
    Define Key Terms 278
Chapter 12 Implementing Multicast 280
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 280
    Foundation Topics 283
    Multicast Overview 283
    Implementing mDNS 293
    Implementing Multicast Direct 297
    Summary 300
    References 300
    Exam Preparation Tasks 300
    Review All Key Topics 301
    Define Key Terms 301
Chapter 13 Location Services Deployment 302
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 303
    Foundation Topics 304
    Indoor Location 304
    Deploying Location Services 312
    Tracking Clients, RFID Tags, Rogues, and Interferers 320
    Customizing Location Services 324
    Summary 328
    References 328
    Exam Preparation Tasks 329
    Review All Key Topics 329
    Define Key Terms 329
Chapter 14 Advanced Location Services Implementation 330
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 331
    Foundation Topics 332
    CMX and DNA Spaces Services and Licenses 332
    Implementing Analytics 334
    Implementing Guest Portals 342
    Implementing WIPS on MSE 351
    Ensuring Location Operational Efficiency 356
    Summary 364
    References 364
    Exam Preparation Tasks 364
    Review All Key Topics 364
    Define Key Terms 365
Chapter 15 Security for Wireless Client Connectivity 366
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 367
    Foundation Topics 369
    Implementing 802.1X and AAA on Wireless Architectures 369
    Implementing Client Profiling 380
    Wireless Client Profiling Principles 380
    Configuring Local Client Profiling on the Wireless Controller 382
    Implementing BYOD and Guest 385
    Summary 398
    References 399
    Exam Preparation Tasks 399
    Review All Key Topics 399
    Define Key Terms 400
Chapter 16 Monitoring and Troubleshooting WLAN Components 402
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 403
    Foundation Topics 405
    Using Reports on Cisco Prime Infrastructure and DNAC 405
    Managing Alarms on Cisco Prime Infrastructure and DNAC 416
    Troubleshooting Client Connectivity 422
    Troubleshooting and Managing RF Interferences 434
    Summary 436
    References 437
    Exam Preparation Tasks 437
    Review All Key Topics 437
    Define Key Terms 438
Chapter 17 Device Hardening 440
    Do I Know This Already? Quiz 441
    Foundation Topics 442
    Implementing Device Access Controls 442
    Implementing Access Point Authentication 450
    Implementing CPU ACLs on the Wireless Controller 454
    Summary 456
    References 456
    Exam Preparation Tasks 457
    Review All Key Topics 457
    Define Key Terms 457
Chapter 18 Final Preparation 458
    Getting Ready 458
    Tools for Final Preparation 459
    Chapter-Ending Review Tools 462
    Suggested Plan for Final Review/Study 462
    Summary 462
Appendix A 802.11ax 464
Appendix B Software-Defined Access with Wireless 472
Appendix C RRM TPC Algorithm Example 482
Appendix D Answers Appendix 496
Appendix E CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Exam Updates 508
Glossary 511
Appendix F Study Planner (online)


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