Course Summary

Course Objectives
After you successfully complete this course, expect to be able to:

Explain Networking Fundamentals
Install and configure devices running the ArubaOS-CX Network Operating System
Describe and configure VLANs
Explain, describe and configure Spanning Tree Protocol
Understand when to use VRRP and how to configure it
Explain and configure Link Aggregation
Understand and configure IP Routing
Understand and configure OSPFv2 – Single Area
Describe and configure Switch Stacking using VSF
Describe Aruba ESP platform and product portfolio
Perform AP onboarding
Explain how Aruba’s wireless networking solutions meet customers’ requirements
Explain fundamental WLAN technologies, RF concepts, and 802.11 Standards
Recognize and explain Radio Frequency Bands and channels, and the standards used to regulate them
Describe the concept of radio frequency coverage and interference and successful implementation and diagnosis of WLAN systems
Identify and differentiate antenna technology options to ensure optimal coverage in various deployment scenarios
Describe RF power technology including, signal strength, how it is measured and why it is critical in designing wireless networks
Control secure access to the WLAN using Aruba Firewall Policies and Roles
Perform network monitoring functions and troubleshooting

Networking Fundamentals
Defines networking, LAN, WAN and their components
Explains OSI model & encapsulation
Discusses different types of physical media
Compares unicast, multicast, and broadcast
Explains TCP/IP stack
Discusses different types of networking devices
Switching Fundamentals
Explains how to connect to and access a switch
Describes initial switch setup
Describes how to and configure VLANs, tagging, and IP addressing
Explains how to use LLDP and ICMP for network discovery and diagnosis
Explains how to configure link aggregation to improve performance/resiliency
Basic IP Setup
Discusses Inter-VLAN routing
Explains DHCP relay
Discusses static IP routing
Explains how to configure single-area OSPF
Network Redundancy
Discusses Spanning Tree
Explains VRRP and VSX
VSF
Describes VSF
Explains how to configure VSF
Describes Auto-VSF
Explains VSF MAD
Introduction to Aruba Solutions
Discusses ESP
Introduces Aruba switching products
Introduces Aruba WLAN portfolio
Introduces to Aruba Central
Introduces to Aruba ClearPass
Central for Device Management
Explains how to perform device onboarding
Describes how to create Central Groups
Describes UI config mode
Describes template config mode
Describes Central licensing
Device Profiling and AP onboarding
Describes the use of device profiling
Describes LLDP and MAC profiling
Explains how to connect AP to Aruba Central
Explains how to perform initial AP setup
WLAN Fundamentals
Describe the fundamentals of 802.11, RF frequencies and channels
Explain RF Patterns and coverage including SNR
Roaming Standards and QOS requirements
Describe aspects of RF design
Explains how to configure WLANs
Implementing Secure WLANs
Explain AAA
Describe 802.1X authentication
Explain how to configure secure WLANs
Discuss roles and access rules
Guest Access
Describe guest access
Explain how to setup captive portal authentication
Describe how to configure guest WLANs
WLAN Security
Describe WLAN security
Explain certificates
Describe cloud authentication
Monitoring and Maintenance
Explains the use Aruba Central monitoring capabilities
Describe how to identify LED status
Explain how to perform firmware upgrades
Describe how to enable SNMP on devices
Describe AI Insights
Describe Alerts & Reports
Explain UXI
Troubleshooting
Describe how to perform password recovery and factory reset procedures
Explain Central connectivity troubleshooting
Describe how to enable spectrum analysis
Explore Central Troubleshooting tools

It is recommended that candidates have foundational networking experience or attend Aruba's Essentials eLearning series to glean knowledge on Aruba's Campus Access design solution.

Exam type Proctored Exam duration 1 hour 30 minutes Exam length 60 questions Passing score 67% Delivery languages English

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Our comprehensive training package includes all the necessary materials and resources to facilitate a full learning experience. Enrollees will be provided with detailed course content, encompassing a wide array of topics to ensure a thorough understanding of the subject matter. Additionally, participants will receive a certificate of completion to recognize their dedication and hard work. It's important to note that while the course fee covers all training materials and experiences, the examination fee for certification is not included but can be purchased separately.

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