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What is now known as MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) began about ten years ago with the name 'tag switching' as a proposal from Cisco to provide a series of additional capabilities to the traditional internet data transmission protocol. The goal was to replace the earlier frame relay and ATM protocols with something simpler, faster, easier to implement while getting rid of some little used complexity.

In the ensuing years MPLS has grown rapidly and appears to be the standard for the future. It is a data-carrying mechanism which emulates some properties of a circuit-switched network over a packet-switched network.

This book is a general introduction to MPLS aimed at the CTO, IT manager, network managers, and service provider product managers. It first presents a business case for using MPLS, and then gives a technical case. After this (about the first quarter of the book) the book provides more detailed technical information about MPLS, its capabilities, and uses.

All in all, this is an excellent start to a new and growing technology.

a great book to understand how to design networks in order to handle and fullfill different user groups requirements on a network and thus optimize your network

The Road to IP Telephony is a project manager's guide for a successful migration from TDM to IP Telephony. It's a must read for anyone involved with or interested in the project side of migrating from a traditional TDM environment to IP Telephony. This book will take you step by step through the project process and, I believe if followed, will ensure a successful implementation and migration to IP Telephony. Even if you are not on the project management side, reading this book will help you see the big picture and understand how the process will affect you. This book does not require an understanding of the technical issues involved, although the book does outline technical issues that need to be addressed during the migration.

One of the big industry buzz word is "Voice over IP". Companies that truly understand the benefits of leveraging their IP infrastructure will make the business decision to migrate from their traditional TDM infrastructure to IP Telephony. The Road to IP Telephony helps you understand the keys to a successful migration from TDM environment to IP Telephony.

I have come away from reading this book with three major keys for a successful migration. Below I have identified those keys:

The first keys to a successful migration are to have executive management fully behind the business decision and lead the company's transition to IP Telephony. This would include appointing a project manager over the migration that is not influenced by individual company departments. Technical departments such as Telecom and Network should provide the technical skills and support for the project but not the direction.

The second key to a successful migration is the successful migration of the Telecom and Network groups. Traditionally the Telecom and Network groups have been managed separately. Each group has its own characteristics that make merging the two groups difficult. The technology and operating process in the telecom environment is very static, while the technology and operating processes in the networking environment are constantly changing. It is crucial for not only management, but also both the telecom and network departments to understand the continued need for the skills that both departments bring to the table.

The third key to a successful migration is communication. It is critical that the company as a whole understands and has expectations set before beginning the transition. Migrating from a TDM environment to IP Telephony is NOT about simply replacing hardware. In order to be successful a paradigm shift will need to take place within the company. IP Telephony will allow your company to leverage its existing IP infrastructure adding features and services that will increase productivity and enhance the way you do business with your customers.

The Road to IP Telephony is a perfect example of how Cisco Systems successfully implemented their own IP Telephony solution into their own working environment. The author Stephanie Carhee, project manager over Cisco Systems migration from TDM to IP Telephony, does a superb job of identifying every aspect required for this project. Today, Cisco Systems does not have a single TDM switch in their enterprise. They rely solely on IP Telephony for all of their Voice needs. I believe Cisco's success was a direct result of the project management process outlined in this book.

In my personal experience, the past two companies that I have worked for made valiant attempts to migrate from TDM to IP Telephony but were unsuccessful. I believe the reason they were unsuccessful was not addressing the above keys to success. Ultimately this cost both companies a significant amount of money and left a very negative impression of IP Telephony. The current company I work for has also begun the paradigm shift towards IP Telephony. After reading this book I have reevaluated our current approach towards IP Telephony and believe we are closer to ensuring a successful migration from TDM to IP Telephony.

Although The Road to IP Telephony was written around a Cisco implementation it can and should be used by anyone wanting to guide their company into a successful migration to IP Telephony. It is a step by step project manager's guide for a successful migration from TDM to IP Telephony. I would highly recommend this book and this author to anyone involved with or considering a migration to IP Telephony.

Lammle does an excellent job of explaining complex networking concepts (particularly subnetting) in terms simple enough for someone with no previous exposure to networking to understand.

Unfortunately, some subjects were oversimplified, to the point that I felt underprepared for the CCNA test. If you are an excellent student, or you retain 100% of what you read, this book will get you a passing score on the exam. For the rest of us, I recommend Wendell Odom's CCNA Self Study Certification Library (Cisco Press - ISBN 1-58720-095-3). There's more to read, but you'll enter the exam more confident and better prepared.

-sean henning

The most challenging thing a certification test-prep book faces is the way it invariably will be misused. There is an old saw about using the right tool for the job, which in essence tells us to use the correct planning, strategy, and action to get the result we want. The majority of people purchasing a book like this are planning to take the CCNA exam and want some help preparing. This makes sense, and this is why I myself purchased Lamle's book. While it worked, and I passed with a 901, I couldn't help but wonder how much more difficult it would have been without hands-on experience with the devices, protocols and processes themselves at work. I have not yet met anyone who studied for, and passed, the CCNA test without any prior hands-on network experience.

It makes me very nervous to read someone's review suggesting, "This is the only preparation you need". To pass the test, you will likely need some experience as well, and to avoid the Catch-22 of requiring experience to get the job, yet also the job to gain the experience, I would recommend seeking first a junior position in the field, where you can not only get the experience, but also the mentoring of senior networking staff.

However, once you pass the test and have the cert, we face another challenge: "Does the cert verify your ability to apply what you know?" Not really, but that's why you cannot stop learning and developing your skills set there. You will likely need the CCNA to get the interview for the Networking job you seek, but you will need interview skills to get the job, and you will need to be able to APPLY your technical knowledge to keep it. Lamle's book is one of the best prep books out there for the CCNA. But if you plan to have a long-term career in Networking, do not think for a moment that you can stop there. And I'm not just talking about the next level of Cisco Certification.

Buy this book and study it, but make sure you maintain a long-term professional skills development plan, and if you don't already have it, start building your experience in the field. You'll need it.

Good luck!

I studied and passed my CCNA with this book in first try, it covers thoroughly on all you need to know about the exam. The bonus questions are useful too, few of them are pretty similiar to my exam questions.

This book definitely helped me pass my CCNA. The material in this book will definitely provide you with the tools you need in order to configure Cisco equipment and pass the CCNA the first time.

I passed the exam with a 901 the first try.

Wow, what a great author Todd is. His explainations and descriptions make the book well worth the cost. I used it as a text book for 2 classes and the last 3 out of 4 semesters for the Cisco Networking Academy. I also used his study guide (sold seperately but worth the money).
I not only learned what I needed feel confident about taking the CCNA, I feel very confident about my abilities with Cisco Networking Appliances. Todd should write for Cisco in my opinion.
I do feel that there are some easier ways to subnet than in his examples, but I learned it his way and then my instructors way. I chose what worked for me, your experiences will be different. Ultimately I used the Cisco Networking Academy, this book, and the study guide. I really studied hard, taking good notes and I passed the CCNA the first time with flying colors. I think Todd's explainations were key to this. He really makes Frame and ISDN configuation and the technolgies clear, he makes RIP and IGRP understandable even though they were the first IGPs that I was introduced to (they are very obscure IMO and I have never seen them used in the real world). I will look forward to his next version for the upgraded CCNA exams, I am sure they will be great.

If you have purchased Sybex Study Guide, don't spend too much money for CCNA exam. This book is good but you don't need this one beside Sbex Study Guide. Use Test King and also Boson Router Simulator with Lammle's Study Guide, this set will be enough to pass the exam.
Good luck all of you...
Burak Sezer

This is an excellent prepatory source for the Cisco CCNA exam, and easily covers the vast majority of topics that are addressed on the exam. Like the other Sybex offering, as you might the book falls very short of being a useful guide to configuring Cisco routers in the real world, so don't study this book, pass the test, and assume you're a Cisco master! However, For those already reasonably knowledgeable abotu the fundamentals of networking, this book alone should be plenty sufficient to pass the exam.

I just passed CCNA on 11/5. This book provides a great guide to study from. If you know your basic OSI stuff and basic router configuration already this book will help you review material that you must know to pass the exam. I would also recommend the practice exam CD from Test Out!. The Test Out! exams are much more difficult than the real exam, so you can test with confidence if you have scored at least 85% on Test Out!. Good luck!

Passed with 978/1000. BUT this is not enough to pass alone. I recommend Todd's study guide in addition. A router sim is a necessity also. Good luck all!!

The Sybex CCNA 2.0 Study Guide written by Lammle is a gem to be sure, but it contains entirely too much content in relation to what is on the test. I highly recommend reading the whole study guide, BUT, whatever you choose to do, buy the Sybex CCNA Exam Notes and drink in every word. This 300 pp. paperback book contains the nuggets of knowledge that the Cisco exam will question you upon. So, to summarize, buy the Sybex CCNA 2.0 Study Guide and compliment it with the Sybex CCNA Exam Notes! Don't forget to get some good router time in there too. I spent maybe 30 hours on a router. Doing these things, I scored a 913/1000 without breaking a sweat!

Dotcom bust or not, the Internet is transforming the world around us.

It's been a bit since Net Ready was published and change is in the air. Nonetheless, the book stands the test of time in my opinion. The strategic frameworks and tools are very applicable with today's companies.

In Net Ready, the authors, managing directors at Cisco, ask the question "Is your business ready for the Net?" Amir Hartman and John Sifonis say it better be, and they aren't just talking about snazzy web sites. Instead, the two advocate weaving the net into the business core.

Net Ready is arranged in three segments:

Part I - Strategies for success in the Economy
Part II - Techniques for creating sustainable E-conomy value
Part III - Net readiness realities

Of particular interest are the four pillars of Net readiness.

Leadership
Governance
Competencies
Technology

How Net Ready are You? on page 32 to 34 will offer a quick assessment of your company's strengths as well as areas in need of attention.

I must add this book is directed toward top managers in organizations who are serious about conducting internet business. It's not about how to design "cool" web sites or how to sell stuff on the web. Instead, the book is about moving from mere e-commerce to e-business, that is, integrating various internet technologies into the heart of your enterprise.

Net Ready may be summed up by the statement "Get 'Net Ready' or get left in the dust." Although the dotcom bust made us sit up and take notice, it also gave us a chance to reflect. The Internet is revolutionizing economies, industries, and individual companies - just as the automobile did just over a hundred years ago. The decision is yours, you can get moving or get run over.

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Michael Davis - Editor, Byvation

Reads like a great road map for business. Cisco's philosophy comes through and makes us all wonder why our companies don't do the things that they do. It all makes perfect sense. Sifonis is wonderful and provides great insight to just another way to create a positive experience for the customer.

Good job, and I give you 5 stars

Having read this book when it first came out, I thought it fell a bit short on the impact of new business models, and that it focused too much on concepts that were no longer relevant for the new economy.

I must confess, I was wrong. The principles in Net Ready are very insightful and telling of why most companies have struggled with the digital efforts, especially the dot-coms.

This book gives wonderful insight into Cisco. The title should have been, "Cisco is Wonderful - We Love Cisco". Basically, if you're interested in "E-business", remember that the key word is "business." You don't need this book to learn business principles (and please, don't expect to learn anything earth shattering).

Would you like to mingle with genius? Then I suggest curling up with Net Ready: Strategies for Success in the E-conomy. Technophobes, technophiles, and everyone in between will be drawn into a provocative journey with 10,000-foot views and stunning strategic implications that prove to be profound, fascinating, and thought-provoking.

And all this insightful information is written with clarity and exquisitely-crafted language, resulting in a meaty read that is hard to put down. Consider this gem:

"Knowledge management..has fallen on hard times because of a fundamental problem... The problem is that people prefer to hoard knowledge rather than share it. We have studied centuries of human organizations and have found that people are addicted to accumulating information, much as they are addicted to accumulating wealth and power. People have found little percentage in sharing information or giving it away. In most organizations, knowledgement management initiatives shrivel in the face of unrecognized human aversion to sharing what is known to be true, and even worse for the organization, sharing what is known to be false. People will always share their knowledge of victories before they share knowledge of where the bodies are buried." (p.23)

The authors balance keen observations of the current state in many organizations with what it will take to enable any organization to be net-ready. The model they propose begins with four pillars of net readiness, which are leadership, governance, competencies, and technology. Then they describe eleven trends in e-business that have changed or will change virtually every facet of life as we know it. These trends will define not only business behavior but individual behavior as well.

They also detail techniques for creating sustainable e-conomy value, which include product and market transformation, business process transformation, and industry transformation. The authors, who are from Cisco, illustrate the key points with provocative and exciting details from a broad range of businesses and industries. Unlike many books which use the same stale case studies, the authors provide plenty of fresh examples. In discussing brand equity and channel equity, they cite 7-Eleven, which

"harnesses this channel equity not only to expand the notion of convenience beyond bread and milk, but also to create a whole array of financial services. Consumers trust 7-Eleven's channel equity when they buy money orders, make cash transfers, and engage in a growing number of financial services...In Japan, for example, 7-Eleven has partnered with a company that allows consumers to print books on demand at convenience stores." (p. 291)

In addition to these examples of successful e-business initiatives and the history of their development, the authors scatter "Net Ready Strategies" throughout the book, which provide very concrete examples to stimulate your thinking about the future of your own business.

If you are interested and excited about future possibilities, read this book; you won't be able to put it down!

I never understand why Cisco does not want to publish some newer editions of this invaluable book! I bought this item as a reliable and recommended supplementary resource to brush up on my switching skills for R&S CCIE lab test 2007-2008, yet found it almost "useless". Explaining some concepts in more details than other Cisco press books, this book suffers from a big problem: almost all examples are presented in an old fashion which makes them unusable for new exams where "set based" and other dated CAT commands can no longer be thought of as valid exam topics. Needless to say, the same problem will be experienced by readers when they try to get them implemented in real world. It sounds like a big drawback especially when it comes to CCIE lab preparation tools, as this book is supposed to be. What I needed for the test was a concise well-designed structure in terms of main concepts e.g. STP (it did have) and many complex and reliable configuration samples which I never could find in this edition (back in years ago, not surprising at all).
By the way, If you are a great Set-to-IOS converter, you might enjoy those examples.

Nails Spanning Tree protocols (particularly in Cisco switching networks) more thoroughly than any other text except possibly Perlman. Unfortunately this book was published in 1999! I think it's about time to drop the MPoA and token-ring information, and cut this book down to 400 pages or dramatically expand the coverage of all permutations of Ethernet switching. More than half the book is irrelevant to most users, and is thus grossly overpriced. Without this I'd give it five. One hopes that with Cisco's new Ethernet switching platform being released to replace the Catalyst 6500s, this book will eventually follow, because I will definitely buy it.

Cisco LAN Switching by Kennedy Clark and Kevin Hamilton is considered a definitive guide to Cisco switching - and rightly so. The book contains an exhaustive presentation on all aspects of switching - from the basics of switching technologies, to the protocols and algorithms used in campus switching, to real-world designs of campus switching environments. All this with an added bonus of tidbits of humor thrown into the discussion of serious, no-nonsense topics!

The book is surprisingly well written and easy to understand for readers who have a basic understanding of switching and routing in the Cisco world. The formatting in the book follows the standard Cisco layout for advanced level books. The headings, diagrams, tables, and notes are laid out in a clear and easy-to-scan format. Each chapter ends with review questions for those who wish to test their understanding of the material - these can prove particularly useful for the readers who may be studying for one of the Cisco certifications. The index is a crucial part of any technical book. Those of us working in the field can appreciate the importance of having a detailed and useful index when trying to put out fires at the workplace. This book offers a comprehensive, detailed index - spanning over 30 pages -- which provided me with useful knowledge on the topic(s) that I was trying to look up.

While the book claims to be a switching resource for those studying for the advanced Cisco certifications, I personally selected the book in order to help me in my work environment. It has served its purpose very well. The sample configurations given throughout the book for various situations were particularly helpful in tying the theory to the practical and especially helped in troubleshooting some of the issues I encounter every day. Presentation of the inner workings of some of the advanced material like the Spanning Tree protocol was surprisingly detailed and practical, while being easy to understand at the same time. I have not read any other book that covers this topic effectively with such detail.

The only suggestion I have for the authors is to look into writing an updated edition. Some of the topics - like layer 3 switching - do not seem to cover the latest switch types offered by Cisco. For example, the Cisco 3550 layer 3 switch, a popular and important milestone in the Cisco switching hierarchy, is not covered in any significant detail.

Overall, the authors present the material in a very well thought-out way, making sure that readers at all (reasonable) levels can understand the topics. At the same time, the material is not fluffy like some other books; it is a detailed, no-nonsense study of the important field of campus switching.

CiscoPress's "Cisco LAN Switching" by Clark and Hamilton is one of the classics of Networking. For years, this book has been considered the "Bible" or the "Source" for LAN switching topologies.

Having written that, I feel that LAN Switching had covered a topic to a degree where it wasn't necessary to write another book on the same subject. Most Cisco Networkers live at Layer 3, and moving down to Layer 2 (and, in particular) STP is both a mystery and, perhaps, beneath them (both literally and figuratively - on the OSI stack). For a lot of people, Layer 2 is plug-n-play (dangerous indeed!). As Cisco's main switching workhorses (6500s) increase in functionality - the lines between layer 2 and layer 3 start to get hazy. But fear not - the layers are still distinct! LAN Switching does a superb job at dissecting the vagaries of STP - along with discussing VTP and trunking.

For 99% of people requiring LAN skills (both CCIE candidates and networkers), this will be the resource to put on their bookshelf. And "Cisco LAN Switching" by Clark and Hamilton will fill this role nicely for them.

I give this book 5 pings out of 5:
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This book provides great information on the core switching concepts. The Spanning tree section is excellent. Unfortunately the text's age is starting to show. Most of the examples are in CatOS.

I was looking for an objective and well written book introducing the Cisco product line and I found it. I had originally found the 2nd edition in the library and enjoyed it so much I ordered it on Amazon and found that there was a very recent 4th edition.

The authors know their Cisco networking and are not afraid to mention some of the shortcomings of Cisco along with the many positive points. It's also nice to read a data book by authors who have a sense of humor. Sometimes the dryness of the writing of most data guides is exhausting. The authors should be congratulated on a fine series of books. Thank you.

Toby and Anthony Velte have done a superb job on this book. I have been an IT professional for over 12 years. I have owned an ISP and consulted with many companies regarding their network infrastructures. The title of this book almost made me pass it up. I'm glad I didn't. I found myself reading this book and looking forward to the next chapter. This book is a good overview of Cisco Fusion architectures, and how to apply it in a real, pragmatic way. It was refreshing how complex technologies and ideas were made simple by good writing. This book is pure candy for an IT professional and a must read for any network engineer or designer. I'll be keeping my eyes open for any other books authored by Toby and Anthony Velte.

reading what you 5 starts given guys, I have nothing else to say other that I agree with you give

This is a very practical book. If you are just entering the field of networking or would like to get a broad yet solid coverage of Cisco technologies, including firewalls, switches and routers, this book is an excellent choice! There are many certification oriented books on the market, and Cisco online publications may be hard to grasp sometimes (especially for novice users)... This book definitely fills the gap. You start off with the introduction to Cisco. Chapter two gives you a short networking primer. Subnetting can be a killer, so you may actually need some additional help outside this book. So step by step, whether it is about protocols, appliances, topologies, network design, security - you will learn and understand a lot! I also appreciate the authors including excellent illustrations, making the book even easier to "digest". This book is must have!

An awful lot of computer books seem to leave out the first forty pages that should give you an introduction of just what it is that we are trying to do with this piece of hardware or software. This whole book, all 768 pages of it can be considered the first forty pages of any Cisco or Networking book that you might otherwise want to read.

This book talks about the internet, not about how to surf to a web page, but about the underlying structure - the backbone, the protocols, the way a message gets from here to there and back. The orientation is, as you might guess from the title, towards Cisco equipment. But I doubt that there are very many ISPs that don't have at least one Cisco box.

The book covers the Cisco philosophy on routers, switches, quality of service, security, wireless, content delivery, protocols, network management, network design, and finally even how to troubleshoot Cisco networks.

This is not a manual or certification cram guide for say the Cisco 12000 series router. This is the first forty pages of the manual on those products. And after reading the first forty pages, you might know if you need a Series 12000, or a Series 800. You'll at least be able to understand the manuals on these pieces of equipment.

Excellent book. I'd like to see the same thing on PC's, mainframes, clustering, and on and on.

... the publisher would be totally honest about the scope and depth of this book and alter the title to read "Cisco TCP/IP Routing Basic Reference".

When I was first dropped into the position of having to know routing, and knew nothing, I was lucky enough to begin with this book. One of the most concise and readable basic level introductions to networking and routing that I have ever seen. This book is a wonderful beginning level text for those of you who have never seen or worked with a Cisco router before but will be doing so shortly.

My one complaint is the use of the word "Professional" in the title. This text is nowhere near the technical level or depth of what I would consider required to be considered a professional in the field of networking, much less to be considered as a professional when it comes to working with Cisco equipment. But like I said, one of the best introductary level books I've come across.

PJZ

This book does not provide the theory behind the technology and will not prepare you for certification either.

It shows you how to do a few things that the "author" wants to show you and NEVER goes into detail about them. The author will "see little point" in going into something and tell you nothing about it.

This book is definitely a beginner level that will not drown you.

On the back cover, the book reads:

'Make the most of the leading router technology with the in-depth manual you never got from cisco!'

I hope you noticed the word 'in-depth' then I wonder why when I tried to get some IS-IS information, on page 120 all the writer has to say is said in a paragraph and the last line reads:

'Nothing more will be said of Integrated IS-IS, because I recommend that if you want to use a link state protocol, you use OSPF.'

HAAA need I say more about this book!

Chris, it is none of your damn business to tell the reader what to use or not. When you took the task of writing a book on cisco tcp/ip, then you had better covered IS-IS 'in-depth'. When I pick up a book to read about satanism, it does not neccessarily mean that I'm planning to adopt satanism. I might just be reading for the sake of getting to know what satanism is all about, right?

I reviewed this book earlier and gave it a bad rating, probably my expectations were high. Some of the guys I lended the book to, who are beginners in the field, right out of school and have not actually worked on the routers find this book helpful because of its basic coverage of cisco IOS features.

It starts from the very basic configurations tasks and moves on to adding other IOS features such as routing protocols and access-lists. It talks about configuring IP addresses along with little theory, serial, ethernet, tunnel and loopback interfaces and encapsulation types.

However it does not cover all the knobs provided by IOS to fine tune the protocols such as OSPF, BGP etc. It covers the legacy protocols as well. There is no coverage of IS-IS at all and that's the sticking point. There is a vast amount of ISP deployment of IS-IS and the author ignores this fact. There are no troubleshooting tidbits regarding the routing protocols, such as how to avoid and fix routing loops etc.

So if you are just starting in cisco routers, you can use this book. Keep in mind that for hands-on practise and doing excercises in the book you'll need 3 cisco baby routers (2500 series).

If you are looking for a book on TCP/IP and only TCP/IP this is not the book you need, but if you are working towards any Cisco Certification that this book is a must have. Completely breaking down TCP/IP and relating it to the CISCO IOS has this book getting the top rating.

Lewis's expertise in the area of TCP/IP is what makes this book the handy reference you need by your side. The author is detailed, accurate and complete. While this book is not tailored to specific exam it will aid in any Cisco Certification you are planning to take.

The is an abundance of figures, diagrams, actual router screen shots, tables, and router commands to give you the one go to reference manual. In just over 480 pages Lewis takes nothing for granted making sure you have the most up to date information right at your fingertips.

The book covers IOS version 11 and 12 as well as a detailed breakdown of TCP/IP in a Cisco environment, WAN technologies, troubleshooting, VPN and firewalls. Overall an excellent book, however the one drawback maybe the price.

The information contained in this book is fairly basic for anyone but a complete beginner. There is no coverage of IP routing protocols. If you want to take it a step (or two) further, check out "Cisco IOS for IP Routing" by Andrew Colton. That book will get you up to speed with dynamic IP routing and should give at least the CCNP level information on Cisco routing.

Take a decent user manual, remove 3 scoops of details, add 1 scoop of errors, 2 scoops of ambiguities, and puff to 5 times its volume with repetitions, disorganization, and verbosity, and you've got this turkey.

See _The Switch Book_ by Rich Seifert if you want to know how switches work. See _Upgrading and Repairing Networks_ by Terry Ogletree for a good general primer.

Took the test yesterday and it was a breeze!Cisco books ,no holds
barred,made it so easy!OoPs!Some hands-on with Cisco Routers can
help really get you pass that interview too !Good Luck!

The book didn't change, except for the cover. I compared the 640-507 book with the new one for 640-607 and the info is, page-for-page, exactly the same. You can turn to page XX in one book and the exact same info is on page XX of the other book. See, the ICND material didn't change. The only thing that Cisco changed was the format of the test (640-607 has the material weighted differently; Cisco.com might explain this better) and (I think) the passing score is higher. So, if you want to study for the new test, use the same ICND book, but the NEW Cisco Press study guide for 607 instead of the old 507 guide.

There is a new version of this book being advertised by Cisco Press under the same ISBN number for exam 640-607... this is *not* it!!! Still useful, but it's plain as day on the cover, this book is for 640-507, not the new exam.

What do you use for 640-607? Dunno since Cisco Press is giving the wrong ISBN... tell the world when you find out :)