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Topics on the Exam
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What Is on the Remote Access Exam?
The Remote Access exam evaluates the knowledge of network administrators and specialists
who must configure and maintain a RAS and the associated peripheral components that
accompany it. Candidates attempting to pass the Remote Access exam must perform the
following tasks:
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List and describe the remote access alternatives available and discuss the inherent
advantages and disadvantages of each access method
·
Configure the RAS for ISDN BRI and PRI access and asynchronous modem connectivity
·
Use the appropriate debugging utilities to troubleshoot a connection
·
Connect remote office routers to central office routers by dial-up WAN connections and
demonstrate end-to-end connectivity
·
Implement simple (local router) security and centralized (AAA) security methods
·
Distinguish the correct router platform for various sites relating to growth, throughput,
and performance
·
Configure dial-on-demand and bandwidth-on-demand functions to minimize WAN costs
·
Establish backup dial links to protect against primary line loss
·
Configure and troubleshoot a Frame Relay connection using subinterfaces
·
Configure a reverse Telnet session and maintain the modems used for the RAS device
·
Provide queuing for congested links, and quality of service (QOS) for the customer
Topics on the Exam
Table 1-3 outlines the various topics that you are likely to encounter on the exam. The topics
represent a detailed list for areas of focus, but are not intended as a list of test question topics.
In fact, each listed topic can have subitems. For example, knowing that ISDN BRI stands for
"Integrated Services Digital Network Basic Rate Interface" might not be enough knowledge for
the test!
Table 1-3 lists the exam topics in the order in which they are found within this book.