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Summary

This is all you need to become successfully certified at Cisco CCNA. Before starting, here are some essential things you need to know. After this, we’ll guide you through everything until you become a network expert with CCNA 200-301 v1.1.

This course includes online lessons, tests, and exams to ensure full preparation.

CCNA 200-301 (Cisco Certified Network Associate) is one of the most popular IT certifications globally. Employers in Poland and abroad highly value it. This certificate confirms your technical knowledge and practical skills in the installation, configuration, and management of medium-sized ICT networks. Recognized worldwide, it is the basic certificate for every network operator and highly recommended for anyone in the IT industry.

If you have decided to pursue Cisco certification, this is the ideal site for you.

Learning CCNA from scratch is a great step if you want to succeed as a network technician. Of course, you should know Cisco. And what is Cisco? Cisco holds a very large market share in routers and switches — over 80% in some markets. Therefore, networking is almost synonymous with Cisco. If you want to be taken seriously as a network engineer, it makes sense to have a Cisco certification. Let’s get started with CCNA!

What is Networking?

Networking involves the creation, design, and use of computer networks, including physical components (cabling, hubs, bridges, switches, routers, etc.), selection and use of telecommunications protocols, network management software, and the establishment of policies and procedures for network operation. If you want to learn Cisco from zero, stay with us.

Before Starting the CCNA Course

Before beginning the CCNA from zero, we recommend visiting our Introduction to CCNA Certification page and regularly checking this blog for updates.

Cisco introduced an update to CCNA 200-301 v1.1 in 2024. In 2025, we have updated CCNA 1 with progress on CCNA 2 and CCNA 3. Check the link above for small changes in CCNA 200-301 v1.1.

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Learn Cisco Networks – CCNA 200-301 v1.1 – What You Need to Know

Some time ago, Cisco modified its exam model, moving from major updates every three years to smaller annual updates.

Annual updates are incremental, with around 10% of the exam content changing. These are indicated by X.1, X.2, and X.3, and every three years, all changes consolidate into a major update labeled Y, followed by Y.1, and so on.

While the reasoning behind this change can be debated, we must focus on preparing as best as possible.

This course covers CCNA 200-301 v1.1, effective from August 2024.

What’s New in CCNA 200-301 v1.1?

New topics in CCNA 1.1 include:

Generative AI (how it affects networks)
Cloud network administration
Basic machine learning concepts for networking

New program elements related to the above include:

2.8 Describe access to network device management (Telnet, SSH, HTTP, HTTPS, console, TACACS+/RADIUS, and cloud management)
6.4 Explain AI (generative and predictive) and machine learning in network operations

These changes reflect the direction of the industry, especially for IT professionals following current trends.

Note: There are no new protocols or services to configure. You also won’t need to learn any new Cisco hardware or software to address these technologies. It’s mainly theory and understanding how it affects your role as a network engineer.

Minor Additions

Some terms were added to topics without representing actual new content:

2.5.d Root guard, loop guard, BPDU filter, and BPDU protection (already implied in other program elements, e.g., 5.7 Security functions at Layer 2)
2.5.b Port states (forwarding/blocking) → 2.5.b Port states and roles

Other Changes

Some program wording has changed slightly but can be considered minor:

1.7 Describe the need for private IPv4 addressing → 1.7 Describe private IPv4 addressing
1.2.f In the installation and in the cloud → 1.2.f On-premises and cloud
4.5 Describe the use of syslog functions, including facilities and severity levels → 4.5 Describe the use of syslog functions, including facilities and levels

What Has Been Removed?

No major topics have been removed. Some minor topics may have been consolidated under general headings such as “routing.” Cisco reserves the right to test other topics not explicitly listed.

Cisco DNA Center has been removed from:

1.1.e Controllers (Cisco DNA Center and WLC)
6.4 Compare traditional campus device management with Cisco DNA Center-enabled device management → replaced with AI concepts.

CCNA 1 V1.1 Course | CCNA 200-301

Module 1: Networking Today - CCNA 1

Module 2: Basic Switch and End Device Configuration - CCNA 1

Module 3: Protocols and Models - CCNA 1

Module 4: Physical Layer - CCNA 1

Module 5: Number Systems - CCNA 1

Module 6: Data Link Layer - CCNA 1

Module 7: Ethernet Switching - CCNA 1

Module 8: Network Layer - CCNA 1

Module 9: Address Resolution - CCNA 1

Module 10: Basic Router Configuration - CCNA 1

Module 11: IPv4 Addressing - CCNA 1

Module 12: IPv6 Addressing - CCNA 1

Module 13: ICMP - CCNA 1

Module 14: Transport Layer - CCNA 1

Module 15: Application Layer - CCNA 1

Module 16: Network Security Fundamentals - CCNA 1

Module 17: Build a Small Network - CCNA 1

CCNA 2 V1.1 Course | CCNA 200-301

Module 1: Basic Device Configuration - CCNA 2

Module 2: Switching Concepts - CCNA 2

Module 3: VLANs - CCNA 2

Module 4: Inter-VLAN Routing - CCNA 2

Module 5: STP Concepts - CCNA 2

Module 6: EtherChannel - CCNA 2

Module 7: DHCPv4 - CCNA 2

Module 8: SLAAC and DHCPv6 - CCNA 2

Module 9: FHRP Concepts - CCNA 2

Module 10: LAN Security Concepts - CCNA 2

Module 11: Switch Security Configuration - CCNA 2

Module 12: WLAN Concepts - CCNA 2

Module 13: WLAN Configuration - CCNA 2

Module 14: Routing Concepts - CCNA 2

Module 15: IP Static Routing - CCNA 2

Module 16: Troubleshoot Static and Default Routes - CCNA 2

CCNA 3 V1.1 Course | CCNA 200-301

Module 1: Single-Area OSPFv2 Concepts - CCNA 3

Module 2: Single-Area OSPFv2 Configuration - CCNA 3

Module 3: Network Security Concepts - CCNA 3

Module 4: ACL Concepts - CCNA 3

Module 5: ACLs for IPv4 Configuration - CCNA 3

Module 6: NAT for IPv4 - CCNA 3

Module 7: WAN Concepts - CCNA 3

Module 8: VPN and IPsec Concepts - CCNA 3

Module 9: QoS Concepts - CCNA 3

Module 10: Network Management - CCNA 3

Module 11: Network Design - CCNA 3

Module 12: Network Troubleshooting - CCNA 3

Module 13: Network Virtualization - CCNA 3

Module 14: Network Automation - CCNA 3

The range of material includes:

1. Explain the role and function of network components

Routers
L2 and L3 switches
Next-generation firewalls and IPS
Access points
Controllers (Cisco DNA Center and WLC)
Endpoints
Servers
PoE

2. Describe characteristics of network topology architectures

2 tier
3 tier
Spine-leaf
WAN
Small office/home office (SOHO)
On-premises and cloud

3. Compare physical interface and cabling types

Single-mode fiber, multimode fiber, copper
Connections (Ethernet shared media and point-to-point)

4. Identify interface and cable issues (collisions, errors, mismatch duplex, and/or speed)

5. Compare TCP to UDP

6. Configure and verify IPv4 addressing and subnetting

7. Describe private IPv4 addressing

8. Configure and verify IPv6 addressing and prefix

9. Describe IPv6 address types

Unicast (global, unique local, and link local)
Anycast
Multicast
Modified EUI 64

10. Verify IP parameters for Client OS (Windows, Mac OS, Linux)

11. Describe wireless principles

Nonoverlapping Wi-Fi channels
SSID
RF
Encryption

12. Explain virtualization fundamentals (server virtualization, containers, and VRFs)

13. Describe switching concepts

MAC learning and aging
Frame switching
Frame flooding
MAC address table

2.1 Configure and verify VLANs (normal range) spanning multiple switches

2.1.a Access ports (data and voice)
2.1.b Default VLAN
2.1.c InterVLAN connectivity

2.2 Configure and verify interswitch connectivity

2.2.a Trunk ports
2.2.b 802.1Q
2.2.c Native VLAN

2.3 Configure and verify Layer 2 discovery protocols (Cisco Discovery Protocol and LLDP)

2.4 Configure and verify (Layer 2/Layer 3) EtherChannel (LACP)

2.5 Interpret basic operations of Rapid PVST+ Spanning Tree Protocol

2.5.a Root port, root bridge (primary/secondary), and other port names
2.5.b Port states (forwarding/blocking)
2.5.c PortFast
2.5.d Root guard, loop guard, BPDU filter, and BPDU guard

2.6 Describe Cisco Wireless Architectures and AP modes

2.7 Describe physical infrastructure connections of WLAN components (AP, WLC, access/trunk ports, and LAG)

2.8 Describe network device management access (Telnet, SSH, HTTP, HTTPS, console, TACACS+/RADIUS, and cloud managed)

2.9 Interpret the wireless LAN GUI configuration for client connectivity, such as WLAN creation, security settings, QoS profiles, and advanced settings

3.1 Interpret the components of a routing table

3.1.a Routing protocol code
3.1.b Prefix
3.1.c Network mask
3.1.d Next hop
3.1.e Administrative distance
3.1.f Metric
3.1.g Gateway of last resort

3.2 Determine how a router makes a forwarding decision by default

3.2.a Longest prefix match
3.2.b Administrative distance
3.2.c Routing protocol metric

3.3 Configure and verify IPv4 and IPv6 static routing

3.3.a Default route
3.3.b Network route
3.3.c Host route
3.3.d Floating static

3.4 Configure and verify single area OSPFv2

3.4.a Neighbor adjacencies
3.4.b Point-to-point
3.4.c Broadcast (DR/BDR selection)
3.4.d Router ID

3.5 Describe the purpose, functions, and concepts of first hop redundancy protocols

4.1 Configure and verify inside source NAT using static and pools

4.2 Configure and verify NTP operating in client and server mode

4.3 Explain the role of DHCP and DNS within the network

4.4 Explain the function of SNMP in network operations

4.5 Describe the use of syslog features including facilities and levels

4.6 Configure and verify DHCP client and relay

4.7 Explain the forwarding per-hop behavior (PHB) for QoS, such as classification, marking, queuing, congestion, policing, and shaping

4.8 Configure network devices for remote access using SSH

4.9 Describe the capabilities and functions of TFTP/FTP in the network

5.1 Define key security concepts (threats, vulnerabilities, exploits, and mitigation techniques)

5.2 Describe security program elements (user awareness, training, and physical access control)

5.3 Configure and verify device access control using local passwords

5.4 Describe security password policies elements, such as management, complexity, and password alternatives (multifactor authentication, certificates, and biometrics)

5.5 Describe IPsec remote access and site-to-site VPNs

5.6 Configure and verify access control lists

5.7 Configure and verify Layer 2 security features (DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, and port security)

5.8 Compare authentication, authorization, and accounting concepts

5.9 Describe wireless security protocols (WPA, WPA2, and WPA3)

5.10 Configure and verify WLAN within the GUI using WPA2 PSK

6.1 Explain how automation impacts network management

6.2 Compare traditional networks with controller-based networking

6.3 Describe controller-based, software-defined architecture (overlay, underlay, and fabric)

6.3.a Separation of control plane and data plane
6.3.b Northbound and Southbound APIs

6.4 Explain AI (generative and predictive) and machine learning in network operations

6.5 Describe characteristics of REST-based APIs (authentication types, CRUD, HTTP verbs, and data encoding)

6.6 Recognize the capabilities of configuration management mechanisms, such as Ansible and Terraform

6.7 Recognize components of JSON-encoded data

When is the New Exam?

The CCNA 200-301 v1.1 exam is currently active as of August 2024 and will remain the main exam version. Cisco updates annually, so minor content adjustments may occur, but the exam version remains 200-301 v1.1.

You can prepare for the exam using the latest study guides, labs, and online practice tests aligned with the v1.1 curriculum.

FAQs – CCNA 200-301 v1.1

How long does it take to prepare for CCNA 200-301 v1.1?

Preparation time varies, but a dedicated study plan of 3–5 months is typical for most learners.

Is CCNA 200-301 v1.1 recognized internationally?

Yes, it is recognized worldwide and is considered the fundamental certificate for network professionals.

Do I need prior experience to take this course?

No, this course is designed for beginners, starting from zero knowledge.

What topics are emphasized in the new CCNA 200-301 v1.1 exam?

Wi-Fi basics, security fundamentals, AI, and automation/SDN are the most notable topics.

Can I practice with labs and simulations online?

Yes, this course provides online tests, simulations, and practical exercises.

CCNA 200-301 v1.1