MP9003: Network and Database (General) - Hardware and the OSI Reference Model > Cisco Related Series by MindLeaders CCNA 640-801

This course explains the hardware used in Cisco networking. It examines early bus networks and how they have been enhanced and expanded to become the robust networks used today. This course also discusses the hardware components of a network, and token passing topologies. 

Topics:
Understanding Early Bus Networks
Pushing Distance Limitations with Repeaters
Pushing Station Limitations with Bridges
Layer 3 Expansion and Routing Protocols
The Development of 10BASE-T Wiring
Layer 2 Switches
Token Passing Topologies

Objectives:
Describe Ethernet operation
Explain store and forward bridging
Identify the strengths and weaknesses of a star topology versus a bus topology
Identify hardware typical of Layers 1 through 3 of the OSI model
Explain the functions of and differences of bridges and Layer 2 switches
Describe the operational differences and functions of Layer 1, 2, and 3 devices

Duration:
2 Hours