Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks (SWITCH) 2.0

The course CISCO IP Switched Networks is intended for participants who wish to gain the knowledge and skills needed to create an efficient and expandable enterprise network. The course focus is on Layer 2 and multilayer switch functions including VLANs, trunks, inter-VLAN routing, port aggregation, spanning tree, first hop redundancy, as well as network security and high availability features.

40 hours
40 hours
1 - 12

code:CISCO.SWITCH

Objectives Topics Participants Methodology

  • Objectives

    Upon completing this course, the learner will be able to meet these overall objectives:

    • Describe the hierarchical campus structure, basic switch operation, use of SDM templates, PoE, and LLDP
    • Implement VLANs, trunks, explain VTP, implement DHCP in IPv4 and IPv6 environment, and configure port aggregation
    • Implement and optimize STP mechanism that best suits your network - PVSTP+, RPVSTP+, or MSTP
    • Configure routing on a multilayer switch
    • Configure NTP, SNMP, IP SLA, port mirroring, and verify StackWise and VSS operation
    • Implement First Hop redundancy in IPv4 and IPv6 environments
    • Secure campus network according to recommended practices
       

  • Topics

    Module 1:
    Basic Concepts and Network Design

    • Analyzing Campus Network Structure
    • Comparing Layer 2 and Multilayer Switches
    • Using Cisco SDM Templates
    • Implementing LLDP
    • Implementing PoE

    Module 2:
    Campus Network Architecture

    • Implementing VLANs and Trunks
    • Introducing VTP
    • Implementing DHCP
    • Implementing DHCP for IPv6
    • Configuring Layer 2 Port Aggregation

    Module 3:
    Spanning Tree Implementation

    • Implementing RSTP
    • Implementing STP Stability Mechanisms
    • Implementing Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol

    Module 4:
    Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing

    • Implementing Inter-VLAN Routing Using a Router
    • Configuring a Switch to Route

    Module 5:
    Implementing High Availability Networks

    • Configuring Network Time Protocol
    • Implementing SNMP Version 3
    • Implementing IP SLA
    • Implementing Port Mirroring for Monitoring Support
    • Verifying Switch Virtualization

    Module 6:
    First Hop Redundancy Implementation

    • Configuring Layer 3 Redundancy with HSRP
    • Configuring Layer 3 Redundancy with VRRP
    • Configure VRRP With Load Balancing
    • Configuring Layer 3 Redundancy with GLBP
    • Configuring First Hop Redundancy for IPv6

    Module 7:
    Campus Network Security

    • Implementing Port Security
    • Implementing Storm Control
    • Implementing Access to External Authentication
    • Mitigating Spoofing Attacks
    • Securing VLAN Trunks
    • Configuring Private VLANs

    Labs: A list of labs will be handed out at the commence of the course. Labs are delivered using a virtual environment as well as CISCO devices

  • Participants

    • Network engineers and technicians
    • Support engineers
    • Systems engineers
    • Network analysts
    • Senior network administrators
    • Security Specialists
    • Anyone involved in planning, implementing, verifying, and troubleshooting switch-based solutions in enterprise networks
    • Individuals who wish to gain the CCNP Certification

  • Methodology

    • Lectures
    • Discusions
    • Labs
    • Exercises
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