
CCNA 200-301 Portable Command Guide, 6th edition
Published by Cisco Press (March 19, 2026) © 2026
- Scott D. Empson
Title overview
The CCNA 200-301 Portable Command Guide summarises all Cisco CCNA 201-301 certification-level Cisco IOS Software commands, keywords, command arguments, and associated prompts, providing you with tips and examples of how to apply the commands to real-world scenarios. Throughout, configuration examples give you a better understanding of how these commands are used in simple network designs.
This edition has been fully updated to reflect the latest Cisco CCNA 200-301 certification objectives and new technologies shaping today's enterprise networks, including automation, programmability, and security-driven design. Whether you're preparing for the exam or working in the field, you'll find this guide an indispensable resource for verifying commands, recalling configuration steps, and applying Cisco best practices.
New and updated coverage includes:
- Network Fundamentals: IPv4/IPv6 addressing, subnetting, VLSM, summarisation, cabling, interfaces, and CLI essentials
- LAN Switching Technologies: VLANs, trunking, inter-VLAN routing, STP, EtherChannel, CDP, LLDP, and verification commands
- Routing Technologies: Static and dynamic routing, single-area OSPFv2 and OSPFv3 configuration, route summarisation, and neighbor adjacency
- IP Services: DHCP, NAT, NTP, SNMP, Syslog, and device management fundamentals
- Security Fundamentals: Secure device access, port security, ACLs, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, and device hardening
- Wireless Technologies: WLAN configuration, security settings, and basic troubleshooting for access points
Key features:
- Quick, portable reference for all CCNA-level Cisco IOS commands
- Logical topic organisation for fast lookup and practical learning
- Real-world configuration examples and verification output
- 'Create Your Own Journal' section for personalised notes and lab results
- Ideal for last-minute review before the CCNA exam