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This is the eBook edition of the CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide. This eBook does not include access to the Pearson Test Prep practice exams that comes with the print edition.

CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert 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. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly.

CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide focuses specifically on the objectives for the Cisco CCNP ENWLSD 300-425 exam and the Cisco CCNP ENWLSI 300-430 exam. Wireless networking experts Robert Barton, Jerome Henry, 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.

This complete study package includes

• A test-preparation routine proven to help you pass the exams
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• An online interactive Flash Cards application to help you drill on Key Terms by chapter
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Well regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this official study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that ensure your exam success.

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

Jerome Henry, CCIE No. 24750, is a Principal Engineer in the Office of the Wireless CTO at Cisco Systems. Jerome has more than 15 years' experience teaching technical Cisco courses, in more than 15 countries and four languages, to audiences ranging from bachelor's degree students to networking professionals and Cisco internal system engineers. Focusing on his wireless and networking experience, Jerome joined Cisco in 2012. Before that time, he was consulting and teaching about heterogeneous networks and wireless integration with the European Airespace team, which was later acquired by Cisco to become its main wireless solution. He then spent several years with a Cisco Learning Partner, developing networking courses and working on training materials for emerging technologies.

Jerome is a certified wireless networking expert (CWNE No. 45), has developed multiple Cisco courses, and authored several wireless books and video courses. Jerome holds more than 150 patents, is a member of the IEEE, where he was elevated to Senior Member in 2013, and also represents Cisco in multiple Wi-Fi Alliance working groups. With more than 10,000 hours in the classroom, Jerome was awarded the IT Training Award Best Instructor silver medal. He is based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.

Robert Barton, CCIE No. 6660, is a Distinguished Architect with Cisco and has worked in the wireless field for over 20 years, assisting with some of the largest Wi-Fi deployments globally. He graduated from the University of British Columbia with a degree in engineering physics and is a registered professional engineer. Rob holds dual CCIEs, in Routing and Switching and Security, and is a CCDE. Rob also holds patents in the areas of wireless communications, IoT, segment routing, and AI/machine learning. Rob is also a regular presenter at Cisco Live and has been inducted into Cisco's Distinguished Speaker Hall of Fame. Rob is located in Vancouver, Canada, where he lives with his wife and two teenage children.

David Hucaby, CCIE No. 4594, CWNE No. 292, is a lead network engineer for University of Kentucky HealthCare, where he focuses on wireless networks in a large medical environment. David holds bachelor's and master's degrees in electrical engineering. He has been authoring Cisco Press titles for 20 years. David lives in Kentucky with his wife, Marci, and two daughters.

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…