Junos Service Provider Switching (JSPX)

This course benefits individuals responsible for configuring, managing, and monitoring devices running Junos OS

• Describe the different Ethernet standards organizations. 

• Describe the Layer 2 services that are available on the MX Series 3D Ethernet Universal Edge Routers. 

• Describe the function of an Ethernet LAN. 

• Describe learning and forwarding in a bridging environment. 

• Describe Ethernet frame filtering. 

• Implement VLAN tagging. 

• Describe and implement MVRP. 

• Implement IRB. 

• Implement a Layer 2 firewall filter. 

• Describe the use of a routing instance. 

• Describe the function of a virtual router. 

• Describe the function of a virtual switch. 

• Describe the usage of logical systems. 

• Implement a virtual switch. 

• Describe interconnecting routing instances. 

• Describe the different IEEE VLAN stacking models. 

• Describe the components of provider bridging. 

• Configure and monitor provider bridging. 

• Explain the purpose of the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). 

• Describe the basic operation of STP, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (MSTP), and VLAN Spanning Tree Protocol (VSTP). 

• Configure and monitor STP, RSTP, MSTP, and VSTP. 

• Explain the purpose of bridge protocol data unit (BPDU), loop, and root protection. 

• Explain typical OAM features. 

• Describe the basic operation of link fault management (LFM). 

• Describe the basic operation of connectivity fault management (CFM). 

• Configure and monitor Ethernet OAM. 

• Describe the basic operation of Ethernet ring protection (ERP). 

• Configure and monitor ERP. 

• Describe the basic operation of LAGs and MC-LAGs. 

• Configure and monitor LAGs and MC-LAGs. 

• Describe the basic functionality of MX Series Virtual Chassis. 

• Describe a basic troubleshooting method. 

• List common issues that disrupt network operations. 

• Identify tools used in network troubleshooting. 

• Use available tools to resolve network issues.

Day 1

Course Introduction

Ethernet Switching and Layer 2

• Learn the Junos OS nomenclature 

• Learn the functions of an Ethernet LAN 

• Describe learning and forwarding in a bridging environment 

• Implement Layer 2 address learning and forwarding 

• Implement Layer 2 firewall filters

VLANs and IRBs 

• Configure and monitor VLANs 

• Automate VLAN administration 

• Configure and monitor IRBs 

Lab: Ethernet Switching and VLANs 

Virtual Switches 

• Describe the use of a routing instance 

• Configure and monitor virtual switches 

• Interconnect different routing instances 

• Explain the purpose of logical systems 

Lab: Virtual Switches 

Provider Bridging 

• Expanding the Bridged Network 

• Explaining How Provider Bridging Works 

• Configuring and Monitoring Provider Bridging 

Lab: Provider Bridging

Spanning-Tree Protocols 

• Summarize Spanning-Tree Protocols 

• Explain How Rapid STP Works 

• Review the Functions of Multiple STP 

• Identify VLAN STP Improvements 

Configuring Spanning-Tree 

• Configuring and Monitoring Spanning-Tree Protocols 

• Understanding BPDU, Loop, and Root Protection 

Lab: MSTP

Day 2

Ethernet OAM 

• Summarize Ethernet Operation, Administration, and Maintenance 

• Identify Capabilities in Link Fault Management 

• Review the Features of Connectivity Fault Management 

Configuring OAM 

• Configuring and Monitoring Ethernet OAM 

Lab: Ethernet OAM – LFM and CFM 

ERP and LAG 

• Summarize What ERP Does 

• Explain How to Configure and Monitor ERP 

• Provide an Overview of LAG 

• Explain How to Configure and Monitor a LAG 

Lab: High Availability and Network Optimization – ERP and LAG 

MC-LAG and Virtual Chassis 

• Provide a Brief Overview of MC-LAG 

• Explain How to Configure and Monitor an MC-LAG 

• Give a Brief Synopsis of the MX Virtual Chassis 

Lab: MC-LAG 

Troubleshooting and Monitoring 

• Identify Basic Approaches to Troubleshooting and Monitoring 

• Introduce Troubleshooting and Monitoring Tools 

• Review Troubleshooting Case Study: Network Congestion 

Lab: Troubleshooting and Monitoring J

• Basic networking knowledge and an understanding of the OSI model and the TCP/IP protocol suite 

• Completion of the Introduction to the Junos Operating System course prior to attending this class

JNCIS-SP exam topics are based on the content of the recommended instructor-led training courses, as well as the additional resources.

• Exam code: JN0-363

• Written exam

• Administered by Pearson VUE

• Exam length: 90 minutes

• Exam type: 65 multiple-choice questions

• Pass/fail status is available immediately

• Junos OS 21.2

The JNCIS-SP certification is valid for three years.

Exams can be purchased at an additional charge - please ask for details - and scheduled at https://home.pearsonvue.com/junipernetworks/

• Junos Layer 2 VPNs (JL2V) 

• Junos Layer 3 VPNs (JL3V) 

• Advanced Junos Service Provider Routing (AJSPR) 

• Junos Class of Service (JCOS) 

• Junos Multicast Routing (JMR)

Delegates will receive an official set of e-kit courseware approximately 1 week prior to the start of the course.