SWITCH – Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks v2.0

In this course, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to create an efficient and expandable enterprise network. You will focus 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.

For self-paced learning, you will have access to this course for 12 months from the purchase date.

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Components of the Cisco Enterprise Campus Architecture including the operation of Layer 2 and multilayer switches
Switching Database Manager (SDM) templates and how they are used
Implementing device features including LLDP and PoE
VLANs and trunks and how VTP works
Configuring a device to be a DHCP server and relay agent, for both IPv4 and IPv6
Configuring Layer 2 and Layer 3 port aggregation
Different types of spanning tree protocols and mechanisms, including STP, RSTP, and MST
Implementing inter-VLAN routing on both a router and a multilayer switch
Network high availability including NTP, SNMPv3, IP SLA, port mirroring, and switch virtualization
First hop redundancy protocols for IPv4 and IPv6 including HSRP, VRRP, and GLBP
Implementing network security features including port security, storm control, DHCP snooping, IP source guard, dynamic ARP inspection, VLAN ACLs, and private VLANs
Using an external authentication server in your network, including implementing IEEE 802.1x

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Classroom Live Outline

1. Basic Concepts and Network Design

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

2. Campus Network Architecture

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

3. Spanning Tree Implementation

Implementing RSTP
Implementing STP Stability Mechanisms
Implementing Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol

4. Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing

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

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

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

7. Campus Network Security

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

1. Basic Concepts and Network Design

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

2. Campus Network Architecture

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

3. Spanning Tree Implementation

Implementing RSTP
Implementing STP Stability Mechanisms
Implementing Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol

4. Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing

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

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

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

7. Campus Network Security

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

1. Basic Concepts and Network Design

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

2. Campus Network Architecture

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

3. Spanning Tree Implementation

Implementing RSTP
Implementing STP Stability Mechanisms
Implementing Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol

4. Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing

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

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

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

7. Campus Network Security

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

Supplemental Assets

Mentoring: Mentors are available to help you with your studies for the certification exams. You can reach them by entering a Mentored Chat Room or by using the Email My Mentor service.

Class Notes / Study Guides: Printable study guide and class notes are intended to support your transfer of knowledge and skills from courses to the workplace. Use these to follow along with instruction, review prior to certification exams, or to reference on the job.

Test Prep Exams: Practice tests will help you prepare for a certification exam. You can take a test prep exam in Study Mode (where you receive feedback after each question) or in Certification Mode (designed to mimic a certification exam) as many times as you want.

Lab Simulations: Task-based multipath scenarios provide realistic practice of technology subjects or applications.

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Classroom Live Labs

Lab 1: Discovering the Network and Investigating the CAM

Lab 2: Configuring VLANs, Trunking, and DHCP

Lab 3: Configuring DHCPv6

Lab 4: Configuring EtherChannels

Lab 5: Troubleshooting Common Trunking and EtherChannel Issues

Lab 6: Configuring STP and RSTP

Lab 7: Troubleshooting RSTP

Lab 8: Configuring MST

Lab 9: Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing on Routers

Lab 10: Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing on Multilayer Switches

Lab 11: Configuring NTP

Lab 12: Configuring Cisco IOS IP SLAs

Lab 13: Configuring HSRP

Lab 14: Configuring VRRP

Lab 15: Configuring GLBP

Lab 16: Configuring HSRP for IPv6

Taking ICND1 v2.0 and ICND2 v2.0 (or CCNAX v2.0) is highly recommended
Know how to:
- Configure network fundamentals, including the ability to establish Internet, LAN, and WAN connectivity using both IPv4 and IPv6
- Operate and support a medium-sized LAN that has multiple switches, including VLANs, trunking, and spanning tree functionality
- Troubleshoot IPv4 and IPv6 connectivity issues
- Configure and troubleshoot EIGRP and OSPF, for both IPv4 and IPv6
- Configure devices for SNMP, Syslog, and NetFlow
- Manage network device security, Cisco device configurations, Cisco IOS images, and licenses

Network engineers and technicians
Support engineers
Systems engineers
Network analysts
Senior network administrators
Anyone involved in planning, implementing, verifying, and troubleshooting switch-based solutions in enterprise networks

This course can be purchased using Cisco Learning Credits (CLCs).

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SWITCH - Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks v2.0

Classroom Live Outline

1. Basic Concepts and Network Design

2. Campus Network Architecture

3. Spanning Tree Implementation

4. Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing

5. Implementing High Availability Networks

6. First Hop Redundancy Implementation

7. Campus Network Security

1. Basic Concepts and Network Design

2. Campus Network Architecture

3. Spanning Tree Implementation

4. Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing

5. Implementing High Availability Networks

6. First Hop Redundancy Implementation

7. Campus Network Security

1. Basic Concepts and Network Design

2. Campus Network Architecture

3. Spanning Tree Implementation

4. Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing

5. Implementing High Availability Networks

6. First Hop Redundancy Implementation

7. Campus Network Security

Supplemental Assets

Classroom Live Labs

Lab 1: Discovering the Network and Investigating the CAM

Lab 2: Configuring VLANs, Trunking, and DHCP

Lab 3: Configuring DHCPv6

Lab 4: Configuring EtherChannels

Lab 5: Troubleshooting Common Trunking and EtherChannel Issues

Lab 6: Configuring STP and RSTP

Lab 7: Troubleshooting RSTP

Lab 8: Configuring MST

Lab 9: Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing on Routers

Lab 10: Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing on Multilayer Switches

Lab 11: Configuring NTP

Lab 12: Configuring Cisco IOS IP SLAs

Lab 13: Configuring HSRP

Lab 14: Configuring VRRP

Lab 15: Configuring GLBP

Lab 16: Configuring HSRP for IPv6

Lab 1: Discovering the Network and Investigating the CAM

Lab 2: Configuring VLANs, Trunking, and DHCP

Lab 3: Configuring DHCPv6

Lab 4: Configuring EtherChannels

Lab 5: Troubleshooting Common Trunking and EtherChannel Issues

Lab 6: Configuring STP and RSTP

Lab 7: Troubleshooting RSTP

Lab 8: Configuring MST

Lab 9: Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing on Routers

Lab 10: Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing on Multilayer Switches

Lab 11: Configuring NTP

Lab 12: Configuring Cisco IOS IP SLAs

Lab 13: Configuring HSRP

Lab 14: Configuring VRRP

Lab 15: Configuring GLBP

Lab 16: Configuring HSRP for IPv6

Training Exclusives

Cisco Digital Learning

Course Delivery