Course Summary

This course provides comprehensive training on enterprise network design, implementation, and troubleshooting. Key topics include:

• Hierarchical Network Design: Learn the access, distribution, and core layers of network architecture.
• Switching Mechanisms: Compare TCAM, CAM, and various switching methods like process, fast, and Cisco Express Forwarding.
• Layer 2 Connectivity: Troubleshoot VLANs, trunking, and implement Spanning Tree Protocol for network redundancy.
• Link Aggregation: Address and resolve EtherChannel issues.
• Routing Protocols:
• EIGRP: Understand features, metrics, and path selection.
• OSPF: Optimize OSPFv2 and OSPFv3, focusing on route filtering for IPv4 and IPv6.
• EBGP: Implement external BGP for interdomain routing.
• Network Redundancy: Use HSRP and VRRP to ensure network reliability.
• Internet Connectivity: Implement both static and dynamic NAT.
• Virtualization: Explore virtualization of servers, switches, and network devices.
• Overlay Technologies: Implement VRF, GRE, VPN, and LISP for advanced network designs.
• Wireless Networking: Study RF characteristics, standards, deployment models, and AP management with WLCs. Troubleshoot wireless connectivity issues.
• Network Services and Tools: Utilize NTP, SNMP, and NetFlow for network management and troubleshooting.
• Network Security: Implement secure access controls, AAA, and understand enterprise security architecture.
• Cisco DNA Center: Learn about its role in network visibility, monitoring, and assurance.
• Cisco SD-Access and SD-WAN: Understand components and functionalities of these solutions.
• Multicast Protocols: Explore IGMP, PIM, and rendezvous points.
• Quality of Service (QoS): Learn about QoS features and their necessity in network performance.
• Network Programmability:
• Python Basics: Develop skills in scripting with Python.
• Programmability Protocols: Gain knowledge of NETCONF and RESTCONF.
• APIs: Explore APIs used in Cisco DNA Center and vManage.

Module 1: Examining Cisco Enterprise Network Architecture
• Understanding Cisco Switching Paths: Overview of switching paths in Cisco enterprise networks.
• Implementing Campus LAN Connectivity: Techniques for connecting devices in a campus LAN environment.
• Building Redundant Switched Topology: Creating redundant switch topologies to ensure network reliability.
• Implementing Layer 2 Port Aggregation: Aggregating multiple ports at Layer 2 to increase bandwidth and redundancy.

Module 2: Routing Protocols and Redundancy
• Understanding EIGRP: Basics of Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol.
• Implementing OSPF: Configuring Open Shortest Path First routing protocol.
• Optimizing OSPF: Techniques to enhance the performance of OSPF.
• Exploring EBGP: Introduction to External Border Gateway Protocol for inter-domain routing.
• Implementing Network Redundancy: Strategies for ensuring network availability and reliability.
• Implementing NAT: Network Address Translation for IP address management and security.

Module 3: Virtualization and VPNs
• Introducing Virtualization Protocols and Techniques: Overview of virtualization protocols and their applications.
• Understanding Virtual Private Networks and Interfaces: Basics of VPN technologies and their interfaces.

Module 4: Wireless Networking
• Understanding Wireless Principles: Fundamentals of wireless networking.
• Examining Wireless Deployment Options: Different approaches to deploying wireless networks.
• Understanding Wireless Roaming and Location Services: Managing wireless roaming and implementing location services.
• Examining Wireless AP Operation: Operation and management of wireless access points.
• Understanding Wireless Client Authentication: Techniques for authenticating wireless clients.
• Troubleshooting Wireless Client Connectivity: Methods for diagnosing and resolving connectivity issues in wireless networks.

Module 5: Network Protocols and Quality of Service
• Introducing Multicast Protocols: Basics of multicast protocols for efficient data distribution.
• Introducing QoS: Overview of Quality of Service concepts to manage network traffic.
• Implementing Network Services: Configuring network services to support various applications and requirements.

Module 6: Network Security and Automation
• Using Network Analysis Tools: Tools and techniques for analyzing network performance and issues.
• Implementing Infrastructure Security: Strategies to secure network infrastructure.
• Implementing Secure Access Control: Configuring access controls to protect network resources.
• Understanding Enterprise Network Security Architecture: Overview of security architecture in enterprise networks.
• Exploring Automation and Assurance Using Cisco DNA Center: Using Cisco DNA Center for network automation and assurance.
• Examining the Cisco SD-Access Solution: Understanding Cisco’s SD-Access for automated network management.
• Understanding the Working Principles of the Cisco SD-WAN Solution: Basics of Cisco SD-WAN for WAN management.

Module 7: Programmability and APIs
• Understanding the Basics of Python Programming: Introduction to Python programming for network automation.
• Introducing Network Programmability Protocols: Overview of protocols used for network programmability.
• Introducing APIs in Cisco DNA Center and vManage: Utilizing APIs for automation and management in Cisco DNA Center and vManage.

Before attending this course, you should have completed CCNA-Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions

350-401 ENCOR Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies Duration: 120 minutes Languages: English

Following your booking, a confirmation message will be sent to all participants, ensuring you're well-informed of your successful enrollment. Calendar placeholders will also be dispatched to assist you in scheduling your commitments around the course. Rest assured, all course materials and access to necessary labs or platforms will be provided no later than one week before the course begins, allowing you ample time to prepare and engage fully with the learning experience ahead.

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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