The 7 Best CCNA Certification Books

IT networking is an emerging field, with plenty of job options. Any tech-savvy person or an enthusiast looking for a secure and well-rewarding career in IT can opt for computer networking as their profession.

Interestingly, all candidates irrespective of their academic disciplines can start their journey into IT networking.

Cisco, the IT networking tools giant, has several courses on offer for young graduates and postgraduates who are looking for a wonderful career in IT and networking.

If you are interested in making a successful career in computer networking, CCNA can be your stepping stone to a brighter future.

CCNA is an entry-level program for IT aspirants who want to make a career in this field. It can be also called a foundation program in IT networking.

It introduces necessary networking concepts to candidates, besides offering them hands-on training on Cisco gadgets, switches, racks, and other tools.

However, if you are aiming for a CCNA certification, you should get yourself enrolled at Network Bulls, Gurgaon, Asia’s largest Cisco-certified training institute for further help.

The institute not only provides necessary training and theoretical knowledge but also encourages you to take the CCNA certification exam and pass it on your first attempt.

CCNA Certification: How to Start Preparing for the Exam? 

Studying CCNA means you are securing your future. But you need to prepare well for your exam. The CCNA course has huge potential in India and abroad. After completing CCNA certification, you can expect a good job at an MNC or IT firm for the post of a network administrator, network associate, junior network engineer, network security specialist, and technical consultant among others.

CCNA stands for Cisco Certified Network Associate. It introduces you to the concept of networking principles that every network professional is expected to know. The certification exam will test your overall knowledge and understanding of the core principles of networking and proficiency in handling various tools.

If you wish to complete your certification, getting a qualifying mark in Cisco’s 200-301 CCNA test is mandatory.

Here Are the Top CCNA Certification Books to Boost Your Exam Preparation

1. CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Library

The CCNA 200-301 Official Certification Guide Library is the most popular book or study material for CCNA aspirants. It contains all essential information relating to study materials necessary for passing the CCNA certification exam with flying grades.

The book is available in two volumes:

Volume I: Deals with topics relating to IT networking tools like routers, switches, ethernets, various cables, and network racks.

Volume II: Deals with wireless networks, principles, configuration, and best practices.

In this book, most of the relevant topics are explained in lucid and simple language along with necessary data, images, figures, and statistics.

2. CCNA Preparation Library (640-801)

This book is also certified by Cisco for learners and CCNA aspirants. The library helps you prepare for two basic concepts that are generally tested on the CCNA exam. Through this book, you can prepare well for the CCNA certification exam.

The two tutorials will be named as follows:

Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices – Part 1: It focuses on simple topics like ethernet LANs, wireless LANs, proper network management, and setting up a simple network.

Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices – Part 2: In part two, all introductory concepts explained in part one will be illustrated more with images, examples, and necessary guidelines for practice at labs.

3. CCNA Certification Exam Guide (640-607)

It can be another good choice for CCNA students. The book has described the necessary process and tips for setting up VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) and STP (Spanning Tree Protocol) along with their other details. The book can also enhance your knowledge of Cisco IoS software, transmission protocol, IP address settings, packet exchange, and much more.

4. CCNA Study Guide (640-802)

Many students have benefitted from reading this book. Apart from covering essential networking topics, the book also includes practice questions to prepare yourself well for the CCNA certification exam. The book covers all essential topics relating to the Cisco network and protocols. The book consists of several chapters on transmission control, Cisco’s wireless technologies, IPv6, subnet masks, and others.

Some Other Books You Can Use for Extended Learning

1. CCNA Practical Studies 

This book can be your best guide especially when you are just a few days away from the CCNA certification exam. It helps you prepare for both CCNA exams (codes): 640–607 and 640–801. It improves your overall knowledge while making you more skilled with hands-on network training and guidance at labs. This guide also teaches you about the remote access lab environment and full details about the CCNA exam syllabus.

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2. Routing Protocols and Concepts

This guide can come in handy when candidates want to specifically focus on hardware and network protocols relevant to applicable devices. Here each topic has been explained with a lot of examples and helpful images. After reading this book, you can also become proficient in setting up a network and disabling the same as per need. 

Other chapters included in the book are Routing Version protocol Version 1, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Dynamic, Distance Vector, and others.

3. LAN Switching and Wireless

LAN Switching and wireless can be your comprehensive guide for exam preparation. Starting from knowing the necessary LAN devices and protocols for wireless connectivity, this book touches on all relevant concepts that a CCNA certificate holder is expected to know. The book will also enhance the readers’ knowledge of STP, VLANs, WANs, Networking, and LANs.

In Conclusion

There’s no dearth of good books in the market for preparing yourself for the CCNA certification exam. However, at the time of examination, many CCNA candidates often get overwhelmed and make a wrong selection of books. This article was an attempt to help CCNA candidates know which books can be their best guides for the CCNA certification exam.

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