Cisco Data Center

Course Description

The Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU) training helps you prepare for entry-level data center roles. In this training, you will learn the foundational knowledge and skills you need to configure Cisco® data center technologies, including networking, virtualization, storage area networking, and unified computing. You will get an introduction to Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (Cisco ACI), automation and cloud computing. You will get hands-on experience with configuring features on Cisco Nexus Operating System (Cisco NX-OS) and Cisco Unified Computing System (Cisco UCS).

This training does not lead directly to a certification exam, but it does cover foundational knowledge that can help you prepare for several Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) and other professional-level data center trainings and exams. This training also earns you 25 Continuing Education (CE) credits toward recertification

How You'll Benefit

This training will help you:
Prepare for entry-level job roles in the high-demand area of data center environments
Prepare for trainings that support the CCNP Data Center certification exams
Gain knowledge and hands-on skills through Cisco’s unique combination of lessons and hands-on practice using enterprise-grade Cisco learning technologies, data center equipment, and software
Earn 25 CE credits toward recertification

Who Should Enroll

Data Center Designers
Data Administrators
Data Center Engineers
Systems Engineers
Technical Solutions Architects
Network Architects
Cisco Integrators and Partners
Server Administrators
Network Managers
Storage Administrators
Program Managers
Project Managers

Course Objectives

Describe the foundations of data center networking
Describe Cisco Nexus products and explain the basic Cisco NX-OS functionalities and tools
Describe Layer 3 first-hop redundancy
Describe Ethernet port channels and vPCs
Introduce switch virtualization
Introduce machine virtualization
Describe network virtualization
Compare storage connectivity options in the data center
Describe Fibre Channel communication between the initiator server and the target storage
Describe Fibre Channel zone types and their uses
Describe NPV and NPIV
Describe data center Ethernet enhancements that provide a lossless fabric
Describe FCoE
Describe data center server connectivity
Describe Cisco UCS Manager
Describe the purpose and advantages of APIs
Describe Cisco ACI
Describe Nexus Dashboard
Describe the basic concepts of cloud computing

Course Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this training. However, the knowledge and skills you are recommended to have before attending this training are:
Good foundation of networking protocols
Basic knowledge of computer virtualization
Basic computer literacy
Basic knowledge of computer operating systems
Basic internet usage skills

In addition, CCNA-level knowledge is recommended as a prerequisite for success in this certification:
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)

Course Outline

Describing the Data Center Network Architectures
Describing the Cisco Nexus Family and Cisco NX-OS Software
Describing Layer 3 First-Hop Redundancy
Describing Port Channels and vPCs
Describing Switch Virtualization
Describing Machine Virtualization
Describing Network Virtualization
Introducing Basic Data Center Storage Concepts
Describing the Cisco MDS Family
Describing Fibre Channel Communication Between the Initiator Server and the Target Storage
Describing Fibre Channel Zone Types and Their Uses
Describing Cisco NPV Mode and NPIV
Describing FCoE
Describing Cisco UCS and UCS-X Components
Describing Cisco UCS Manager and Cisco Intersight
Automating the Data Center
Describing Cisco Nexus Dashboard
Describing Cisco ACI
Describing Cloud Computing

Lab Outline

Explore the Cisco NX-OS CLI
Explore Topology Discovery
Configure HSRP
Configure vPCs
Configure VRF
Explore CoPP and Spanning Tree on Cisco Nexus Switches
Install VMware ESXi and vCenter
Configure VSANs
Validate FLOGI and FCNS
Configure Zoning
Review Unified Ports on a Cisco Nexus Switch and Implement FCoE
Explore the Cisco UCS Server Environment
Configure a Cisco UCS Service Profile
Configure Cisco NX-OS with APIs
Explore the Cisco UCS Manager XML API Management Information Tree
Explore Cisco ACI

Course Description

The AI Solutions on Cisco Infrastructure Essentials (DCAIE) training covers the essentials of deploying, migrating, and operating AI solutions on Cisco data center infrastructure. You'll be introduced to key AI workloads and elements, as well as foundational architecture, design, and security practices critical to successful delivery and maintenance of AI solutions on Cisco infrastructure.
This training also earns 34 Continuing Education (CE) credits toward recertification.
This training will help you:
Gain the knowledge you need to deploy, migrate, and operate AI solutions on Cisco data center infrastructure
Qualify for professional-level job data center roles
Earn 34 CE credits toward recertification

Who Should Enroll

Network Designers
Network Administrators
Storage Administrators
Network Engineers
Systems Engineers
Data Center Engineers
Consulting Systems Engineers
Technical Solutions Architects
Cisco Integrators/Partners
Field Engineers
Server Administrators
Network Managers
Program Managers
Project Managers

Course Objectives

Describe key concepts in artificial intelligence, focusing on traditional AI, machine learning, and deep learning techniques and their applications
Describe generative AI, its challenges, and future trends, while examining the nuances between traditional and modern AI methodologies
Explain how AI enhances network management and security through intelligent automation, predictive analytics, and anomaly detection
Describe the key concepts, architecture, and basic management principles of AI-ML clusters, as well as describe the process of acquiring, fine-tuning, optimizing and using pre-trained ML models
Use the capabilities of Jupyter Lab and Generative AI to automate network operations, write Python code, and leverage AI models for enhanced productivity
Describe the essential components and considerations for setting up robust AI infrastructure
Evaluate and implement effective workload placement strategies and ensure interoperability within AI systems
Explore compliance standards, policies, and governance frameworks relevant to AI systems
Describe sustainable AI infrastructure practices, focusing on environmental and economic sustainability
Guide AI infrastructure decisions to optimize efficiency and cost
Describe key network challenges from the perspective of AI/ML application requirements
Describe the role of optical and copper technologies in enabling AI/ML data center workloads
Describe network connectivity models and network designs
Describe important Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols for AI and fog computing for Distributed AI processing
Migrate AI workloads to dedicated AI network
Explain the mechanisms and operations of RDMA and RoCE protocols
Understand the architecture and features of high-performance Ethernet fabrics
Explain the network mechanisms and QoS tools needed for building high-performance, lossless RoCE networks
Describe ECN and PFC mechanisms, introduce Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights for congestion monitoring, explore how different stages of AI/ML applications impact data center infrastructure, and vice versa
Introduce the basic steps, challenges, and techniques regarding the data preparation process
Use Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights for monitoring AI/ML traffic flows
Describe the importance of AI-specific hardware in reducing training times and supporting the advanced processing requirements of AI tasks
Understand the computer hardware required to run AI/ML solutions
Understand existing AI/ML solutions
Describe virtual infrastructure options and their considerations when deploying
Explain data storage strategies, storage protocols, and software-defined storage
Use NDFC to configure a fabric optimized for AI/ML workloads
Use locally hosted GPT models with RAG for network engineering tasks

Course Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this training. This is an essentials training that progresses from beginner to intermediate content. Familiarity with Cisco data center networking and computing solutions is a plus but not a requirement. However, the knowledge and skills you are recommended to have before attending this training are:
Cisco UCS compute architecture and operations
Cisco Nexus switch portfolio and features
Data Center core technologies

These skills can be found in the following Cisco Learning Offerings: 

Introducing Cisco Unified Computing Systems (DCIUCS)
Implementing Cisco NX-OS Switches and Fabrics in the Data Center (DCNX)
Implementing Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR)

Course Outline

Fundamentals of AI
Generative AI
AI Use Cases
AI-ML Clusters and Models
AI Toolset Mastery - Jupyter Notebook
AI Infrastructure
AI Workload Placements and Interoperability
AI Policies
AI Sustainability
AI Infrastructure Design
Key Network Challenges and Requirements for AI Workloads
AI Transport
Connectivity Models
AI Network
Architecture Migration to AI/ML Network
Application-Level Protocols
High Throughput Converged Fabrics
Building Lossless Fabrics
Congestive Visibility
Data Preparation for AI
AI/ML Workload Data Performance
AI-Enabling Hardware
Compute Resources
Compute Resource Solutions
Virtual Resources
Storage Resources
Setting Up AI Cluster
Deploy and Use Open Source GPT Models for RAG

Lab Outline

AI Toolset—Jupyter Notebook
AI/ML Workload Data Performance
Setting Up AI Cluster
Deploy and Use Open Source GPT Models for RAG

Course Description 

The Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR) training teaches you to implement data center local area networks (LANs) and storage area networks (SANs) and compute using Cisco Nexus Switches, Cisco MDS Switches, Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) B-Series Blade Servers, and Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers. You will also learn the essentials of automation and security in data centers. The training provides rich, hands-on experience with deploying, securing, operating, and maintaining Cisco data center networking, storage, and computing.

This training prepares you for 350-601 DCCOR v1.2 exam. If passed, you earn the Cisco Certified Specialist – Data Center Core certification and satisfy the core exam requirements for the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Data Center and Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Data Center certifications. This training also earns you 64 Continuing Education (CE) credits toward recertification.

How You'll Benefit

This training will help you:
Gain experience implementing, securing and automating network, compute, and storage infrastructure
Gain knowledge and skills through Cisco’s unique combination of lessons and hands-on practice using enterprise-grade Cisco learning technologies, data center equipment, and software
Qualify for professional and expert-level job roles in the high-demand area of enterprise-class data center environments
Prepare for the 350-601 DCCOR v1.2 exam
Earn 64 CE credits toward recertification

Who Should Enroll

Network Designers
Network Administrators
Network Engineers
Systems Engineers
Data Center Engineers
Consulting Systems Engineers
Technical Solutions Architects
Cisco Integrators and Partners
Field Engineers
Server Administrators
Network Managers
Storage Administrators
Program Managers
Project Managers

What to Expect in the Exam

Implementing Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (350-601 DCCOR) v1.2 is a 120-minute associated with the Cisco Certified Specialist – Data Center Core certification and satisfies the core exam requirements for the CCNP Data Center and CCIE Data Center certifications.
This exam tests your knowledge of implementing core data center technologies, including:
Network
Compute
Storage network
Automation
Security

Course Objectives

Implement spanning tree protocol, port channels, and virtual port channels in the data center
Implement first-hop redundancy protocols in the data center using Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP), Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP), and Gateway Load Balancing Protocol (GLBP)
Implement routing in the data center by using Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)v2, OSPFv3, and Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
Implement multicast functionality in the data center on the Cisco Nexus switches
Implement overlay networks in the data center by using Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN)
Implement network infrastructure security features on the Cisco Nexus switches
Understand the architecture and features of high-performance Ethernet fabrics
Introduce high-level Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) concepts and describe various fabric discovery parameters
Describe Cisco ACI building blocks and Virtual Machine Manager (VMM) domain integration
Describe packet flow for various traffic types (unicast, multicast, and broadcast) in the data center
Describe Cisco Cloud Service and deployment models
Describe Cisco ACI fabric setup
Implement network configuration management, describe software updates and their impacts, and implement network infrastructure monitoring
Describe Cisco network assurance concepts such as Cisco Streaming Telemetry
Implement Fibre Channel fabric
Implement storage infrastructure services in the data center such as distributed device aliases, zoning, N Port Virtualization (NPV), and Fibre Channel over IP (FCIP)
Implement Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) unified fabric
Implement storage infrastructure security features in the data center
Describe storage infrastructure software updates and their impacts, and implement infrastructure monitoring
Describe Cisco UCS Server form factors
Implement Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect and establish network connectivity for the Cisco UCS B-Series Blade Servers and Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers
Implement Cisco Unified Computing Server abstraction
Implement SAN connectivity for Cisco UCS
Implement Cisco UCS security features in the data center
Implement Cisco UCS configuration management, describe software updates and their impacts, and implement infrastructure monitoring
Implement Cisco automation and scripting tools in the data center
Describe and evaluate the Cisco integration with automation and orchestration software platforms, such as Ansible, Puppet, and Python
Describe and evaluate Cisco data center automation and orchestration technologies

Course Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this training. However, the knowledge and skills you are recommended to have before attending this training are:
Familiarity with Ethernet and TCP/IP networking
Familiarity with SANs
Familiarity with Fibre Channel protocol
Identify products in the Cisco Data Center Nexus and Cisco MDS families
Understanding of Cisco Enterprise Data Center architecture
Understanding of server system design and architecture
Familiarity with hypervisor technologies (such as VMware)

Course Outline

Implementing Data Center Switching Protocols
Implementing First-Hop Redundancy Protocols
Implementing Routing in Data Center
Implementing Multicast in Data Center
Implementing Data Center Overlay Protocols
Implementing Network Infrastructure Security
High-Throughput Converged Fabrics
Describing Cisco Application-Centric Infrastructure
Describing Cisco ACI Building Blocks and VMM Domain Integration
Describing Packet Flow in Data Center Network
Describing Cisco Cloud Service and Deployment Models
Describing Data Center Network Infrastructure Management
Explaining Cisco Network Assurance Concepts
Implementing Fibre Channel Fabric
Implementing Storage Infrastructure Services
Implementing FCoE Unified Fabric
Implementing Storage Infrastructure Security
Describing Data Center Storage Infrastructure Maintenance and Operations
Describing Cisco UCS Server Form Factors
Implementing Cisco Unified Computing Network Connectivity
Implementing Cisco Unified Computing Server Abstraction
Implementing Cisco Unified Computing SAN Connectivity
Implementing Cisco Unified Computing System Security
Describing Data Center Unified Computing Management, Maintenance, and Operations
Implementing Cisco Data Center Automation and Scripting Tools
Describing Cisco Integration with Automation and Orchestration Software Platforms
Describing Cisco Data Center Automation and Orchestration Technologies

Lab Outline

Configure VXLAN
Explore the Cisco ACI Fabric
Implement Cisco ACI Access Policies and Out-of-Band Management
Implement Cisco ACI Tenant Policies
Integrate Cisco ACI with VMware
Configure Fibre Channel
Configure Device Aliases
Configure Zoning
Configure NPV
Provision Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect
Configure Server and Uplink Ports
Configure VLANs
Configure Cisco UCS Server Profile Using Hardware Identities
Configure Basic Identity Pools
Configure a Cisco UCS Service Profile Using Pools
Configure an iSCSI Service Profile
Configure Cisco UCS Manager to Authenticate Users with Microsoft Active Directory
Configure Cisco Nexus Switches with Ansible
Program a Cisco Nexus Switch with Python

Course Description 

The Designing Cisco Data Center Infrastructure (DCID) provides training on designing data centers using Cisco data centers solutions and technologies. Topics covered include network designs with virtualization technologies, Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies and routing protocols, and data center interconnect design options. You’ll learn design practices for the Cisco Unified Computing System™ (Cisco UCS®) solution based on Cisco UCS B-Series and C-Series servers, Cisco UCS Manager, and Cisco Unified Fabric, while gaining experience with network management technologies including Cisco UCS Manager, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM), and Cisco UCS Director. This training also earns you 40 Continuing Education (CE) credits towards recertification.

This training helps you prepare to take the exam:
300-610 Designing Cisco Data Center Infrastructure (DCID)

How You'll Benefit

This training will help you:
Make design choices for optimal data center infrastructure performance, virtualization, security, and automation
Master the practical and theoretical knowledge necessary to design a scalable, reliable, and intelligent data center based on Cisco technologies
Qualify for professional-level job roles in the high-demand area of enterprise-class data center environments

Who Should Enroll

IT professionals with five to eight years of experience in these roles:
Data center engineers
Network designers
Network administrators
Network engineers
Systems engineers
Consulting systems engineers
Technical solutions architects
Server administrators
Network managers
Cisco integrators or partners

What to Expect in the Exam

This exam certifies your knowledge of data center infrastructure design including network, compute, storage network, and automation.
After you pass 300-610 DCID:
You earn the Cisco Certified Specialist - Data Center Design certification and you will have satisfied the concentration exam requirement for the CCNP Data Center certification.

Course Objectives

Describe the Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding options and protocols used in a data center
Describe the rack design options, traffic patterns, and data center switching layer access, aggregation, and core
Describe Locator/ID separation protocol
Design a solution that uses Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) for traffic forwarding
Describe the hardware redundancy options; how to virtualize the network, compute, and storage functions; and virtual networking in the data center
Describe solutions that use fabric extenders and compare Cisco Adapter Fabric Extender (FEX) with single root input/output virtualization (SR-IOV)
Describe security threats and solutions in the data center
Describe advanced data center security technologies and best practices
Describe device management and orchestration in the data center
Describe the storage options for the compute function and the different Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) levels from a high-availability and performance perspective
Describe Fibre Channel concepts and architecture
Describe Fibre Channel topologies and industry terms
Describe Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE)
Describe security options in the storage network
Describe the management and automation options for the storage networking infrastructure
Describe Cisco UCS servers and use cases for various Cisco UCS platforms
Explain the connectivity options for fabric interconnects for southbound and northbound connections
Describe the hyperconverged solution and integrated systems
Describe the systemwide parameters for setting up a Cisco UCS domain
Describe role-based access control (RBAC) and integration with directory servers to control access rights on Cisco UCS Manager
Describe the pools that may be used in service profiles or service profile templates on Cisco UCS Manager
Describe the different policies in the service profile
Describe the Ethernet and Fibre Channel interface policies and additional network technologies
Describe the advantages of templates and the difference between initial and updated templates
Describe data center automation tools

Course Prerequisites

Before taking this offering, you should be able to:
Implement data center networking [Local Area Network (LAN) and Storage Area Network (SAN)]
Describe data center storage
Implement data center virtualization
Implement Cisco Unified Computing System (Cisco UCS)
Implement data center automation and orchestration with the focus on Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) and Cisco UCS Director
Describe products in the Cisco Data Center Nexus and MDS families

Course Outline

Section 1: Describing High Availability on Layer 2
Section 2: Designing Layer 3 Connectivity
Section 3: Designing Data Center Topologies
Section 4: Designing Data Center Interconnects with Cisco OTV
Section 5: Describing Locator/ID Separation Protocol
Section 6: Describing VXLAN Overlay Networks
Section 7: Describing Hardware and Device Virtualization
Section 8: Describing Cisco FEX Options
Section 9: Describing Basic Data Center Security
Section 10: Describing Advanced Data Center Security
Section 11: Describing Management and Orchestration
Section 12: Describing Storage and RAID Options
Section 13: Describing Fibre Channel Concepts
Section 14: Describing Fibre Channel Topologies
Section 15: Describing FCoE
Section 16: Describing Storage Security
Section 17: Describing SAN Management and Orchestration
Section 18: Describing Cisco UCS Servers and Use Cases
Section 19: Describing Fabric Interconnect Connectivity
Section 20: Describing Hyperconverged and Integrated Systems
Section 21: Describing Cisco UCS Manager Systemwide Parameters
Section 22: Describing Cisco UCS RBAC
Section 23: Describing Pools for Service Profiles
Section 24: Describing Policies for Service Profiles
Section 25: Describing Network-Specific Adapters and Policies
Section 26: Describing Templates in Cisco UCS Manager
Section 27: Designing Data Center Automation.

Lab Outline

Module 1: High Availability on Layer 2
Module 2: Designing Layer 3 Connectivity
Module 3: Designing Data Center Topologies
Module 4: Locator/ID Separation Protocol
Module 5: VXLAN Overlay Networks
Module 6: Hardware and Device Virtualization
Module 7: Cisco FEX Options
Module 8: Basic Data Center Security
Module 9: Advanced Data Center Security
Module 10: Management and Orchestration
Module 11: Storage and RAID Options
Module 12: Fibre Channel Topologies
Module 13: Fibre Channel Topologies
Module 14: FCoE
Module 15: Storage Security
Module 16: SAN Management and Orchestration
Module 17: Cisco UCS Servers and Use Cases
Module 18: Fabric Interconnect Connectivity
Module 19: Hyperconverged and Integrated Systems
Module 20: Cisco UCS Manager Systemwide Parameters
Module 21: Cisco UCS RBAC
Module 22: Pools for Service Profiles
Module 23: Policies for Service Profiles
Module 24: Network-Specific Adapters and Policies
Module 25: Templates in Cisco UCS Manager
Module 26: Designing Data Center Automation

Course Description 

The Troubleshooting Cisco Data Center Infrastructure (DCIT) training builds your knowledge and skills in troubleshooting LANs, SANs, Cisco Unified Fabric, Cisco Unified Computing System (Cisco UCS), and Cisco Application-Centric Infrastructure (Cisco ACI). You’ll gain hands-on experience resolving problems on Cisco Multilayer Director Switch (MDS) switches, Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco Fabric Extenders (FEXs), Cisco UCS, Cisco ACI, and more. This training also earns you 50 Continuing Education (CE) credits towards recertification.

This training helps prepare you to take the exam:
300-615 Troubleshooting Cisco Data Center Infrastructure (DCIT)

How You'll Benefit

This training will help you:
Learn how to deploy and troubleshoot various components of Cisco data center infrastructure to support performance, resiliency, scalability needs
Gain knowledge and skills through Cisco’s unique combination of lessons and hands-on practice using enterprise-grade Cisco learning technologies, data center equipment, and software
Qualify for professional-level job roles

Who Should Enroll

Network designers
Network administrators
Network engineers
System engineers
Data center engineers
Consulting systems engineers
Technical solutions architects
Server administrators
Network managers
Cisco integrators and partners

What to Expect in the Exam

The 300-615 DCIT exam certifies your knowledge of troubleshooting a data center infrastructure including network, compute platforms, storage network, automation, management, and operations.
After you pass 300-615 DCIT, you earn the Cisco Certified Specialist - Data Center Operations certification and you satisfy the concentration exam requirement for new CCNP Data Center certification.

Course Objectives

Describe how to troubleshoot the data center network
Describe the troubleshooting tools and methodologies that are available from the Command-Line Interface (CLI) and are used to identify and resolve issues in a Cisco Data Center network architecture
Identify and resolve issues that are related to Virtual LANs (VLANs) and private VLANs (PVLANs)
Identify and resolve issues that are related to port channels and virtual port channels
Identify and resolve issues that are related to VXLAN
Describe troubleshooting of routing and high-availability protocols
Describe troubleshooting of the LAN security features
Identify and resolve issues that are related to a single device
Identify and resolve issues that are related to Fibre Channel interface operation
Identify and resolve Fibre Channel switching issues when the Cisco NX-OS Software is used in switched mode
Identify and resolve issues that are related to Fibre Channel switching when a Cisco NX-OS switch is used in N-Port Virtualization (NPV) mode
Identify and resolve issues that are related to FIP and FCoE, including Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) performance
Describe Cisco UCS architecture, initial setup, tools, and service aids that are available for Cisco UCS troubleshooting and interpretation of the output
Describe Cisco UCS configuration and troubleshooting
Describe Cisco UCS B-Series Blade Server operation and troubleshoot related issues
Describe Cisco UCS B-Series LAN, SAN, and Fibre Channel operations, including in-depth troubleshooting procedures
Describe Cisco Integrated Management Controller (IMC) tools for validating performance and facilitating data-gathering activities for Cisco UCS C-Series server troubleshooting, and the troubleshooting approach for hardware and firmware failures
Define the proper procedures for configuring Cisco UCS C-Series LAN and SAN connectivity, avoiding issues with the VIC, and troubleshooting connectivity issues
Troubleshoot Cisco UCS C-Series server integration with Cisco UCS Manager
Identify the tools, protocols, and methods to effectively troubleshoot Cisco ACI
Describe how to troubleshoot automation and scripting tools
Describe how to troubleshoot programmability

Course Prerequisites

Before taking this offering, you should be able to:
Configure, secure, and maintain LAN and SAN based on Cisco Nexus and MDS switches
Configure, secure, and maintain Cisco Unified Computing System
Configure, secure, and maintain Cisco ACI

Course Outline

Section 1: Describing the Troubleshooting Process
Section 2: Understanding CLI Troubleshooting Tools
Section 3: Troubleshooting VLANs and PVLANs
Section 4: Troubleshooting Port Channels and Virtual Port Channels
Section 5: Troubleshooting VXLAN
Section 6: Troubleshooting Routing and High-Availability Protocols
Section 7: Troubleshooting Data Center LAN Security
Section 8: Troubleshooting Platform-Specific Issues
Section 9: Troubleshooting Fibre Channel Interfaces
Section 10: Troubleshooting Fibre Channel Fabric Services
Section 11: Troubleshooting NPV Mode
Section 12: Troubleshooting FCoE
Section 13: Troubleshooting Cisco UCS Architecture and Initialization
Section 14: Troubleshooting Cisco UCS Configuration
Section 15: Troubleshooting Cisco UCS B-Series Servers
Section 16: Troubleshooting Cisco UCS B-Series LAN and SAN Connectivity
Section 17: Troubleshooting Cisco UCS C-Series Servers
Section 18: Troubleshooting Cisco UCS C-Series LAN and SAN Connectivity
Section 19: Troubleshooting Cisco UCS C-Series and Cisco UCS Manager Integration
Section 20: Exploring the Tools and Methodologies for Troubleshooting Cisco ACI
Section 21: Troubleshooting Automation and Scripting Tools
Section 22: Troubleshooting Programmability

Lab Outline

Discovery 1: Document the Network Baseline
Discovery 2: Troubleshoot Rapid PVST+
Discovery 3: Troubleshoot LACP
Discovery 4: Troubleshoot vPC
Discovery 5: Troubleshoot VXLAN
Discovery 6: Troubleshoot OSPF
Discovery 7: Troubleshoot FHRP
Discovery 8: Troubleshoot Cisco Fabric Services
Discovery 9: Troubleshoot VRF
Discovery 10: Troubleshoot Cisco FEX
Discovery 11: Troubleshoot Fibre Channel Interfaces
Discovery 12: Troubleshoot Fibre Channel VSANs, Zones, and Domain Services
Discovery 13: Troubleshoot NPV Mode
Discovery 14: Troubleshoot FCoE
Discovery 15: Troubleshoot DCB
Discovery 16: Troubleshoot Cisco UCS Management and Service Profile Deployment
Discovery 17: Troubleshoot Cisco UCS C-Series Server LAN Connectivity
Discovery 18: Troubleshoot Cisco UCS C-Series Server Boot from the Fibre Channel LUN
Discovery 19: Troubleshoot Cisco UCS C-Series Server Management Connectivity
Discovery 20: Troubleshoot Cisco ACI Integration with VMware vCenter
Discovery 21: Troubleshoot Contracts in Cisco ACI
Discovery 22: Troubleshoot Cisco ACI External Layer 3 Connectivity
Discovery 23: Troubleshoot Cisco ACI External Layer 2 Connectivity

Course Description

The Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (DCACI) training introduces you to the implementation and management of the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches in Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) mode. The 5-day lab-intensive training covers the key components and procedures you need to know to understand, configure, and manage Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches in ACI mode, how to connect the Cisco ACI fabric to external networks and services, and fundamentals of Virtual Machine Manager (VMM) integration.
This training prepares you for the 300-620 DCACI exam, which certifies your knowledge of working with Cisco switches in ACI mode including configuration, implementation, and management. After you pass 300-620 DCACI, you earn the Cisco Certified Specialist – Data Center ACI Implementation certification and you satisfy the concentration exam requirement for the CCNP Data Center certification. This training also earns you 40 Continuing Education (CE) credits toward recertification.

How You'll Benefit

This training will help you:
Gain the skills and hands-on practice integrating the enhanced, automated capabilities of Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches in ACI mode for quicker application deployment
Get the knowledge for protocols, solutions, and designs to acquire professional-level and expert-level data center job roles
Earn 40 CE credits toward recertification

Who Should Enroll

Primary audience includes:
Network Designer
Network Administrator
Network Engineer
Systems Engineer
Data Center Engineer
Consulting Systems Engineer
Technical Solutions Architect
Cisco Integrators/Partners
Field Engineer

Secondary audience includes:
Server Administrator
Network Manager
Storage Administrator
Program Manager
Project Manager

What to Expect in the Exam

300-620 DCACI: Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure is a 90-minute exam associated with the Cisco Certified Specialist – Data Center ACI Implementation certification and satisfies the concentration exam requirement for the CCNP Data Center certification.
The multiple-choice format tests your knowledge of Cisco switches in ACI mode including:
ACI Fabric Infrastructure
ACI Packet Forwarding
External Network Connectivity
Integrations
ACI Management
ACI Anywhere

Course Objectives

Describe Cisco ACI Fabric Infrastructure and basic Cisco ACI concepts
Describe Cisco ACI policy model logical constructs
Describe Cisco ACI basic packet forwarding
Describe external network connectivity
Describe VMM Integration
Describe Layer 4 to Layer 7 integrations
Explain Cisco ACI management features

Course Prerequisites:

Before taking this offering, you should have:
Understanding of networking protocols, routing, and switching
Familiarity with Cisco Ethernet switching products
Understanding of Cisco data center architecture
Familiarity of virtualization fundamentals

Course Outline:

Section 1: Introducing Cisco ACI Fabric Infrastructure and Basic Concepts
Section 2: Describing Cisco ACI Policy Model Logical Constructs
Section 3: Describing Cisco ACI Basic Packet Forwarding
Section 4: Introducing External Network Connectivity
Section 5: Introducing VMM Integration
Section 6: Describing Layer 4 to Layer 7 Integrations
Section 7: Explaining Cisco ACI Management

Lab Outline:

Discovery 1: Validate Fabric Discovery
Discovery 2: Configure NTP
Discovery 3: Create Access Policies and vPC
Discovery 4: Enable Layer 2 Connectivity in the Same EPG
Discovery 5: Enable Inter-EPG Layer 2 Connectivity
Discovery 6: Enable Inter-EPG Layer 3 Connectivity
Discovery 7: Compare Traffic Forwarding Methods in a Bridge Domain
Discovery 8: Configure External Layer 2 Connection
Discovery 9: Configure External Layer 3 (L3Out) Connection
Discovery 10: Integrate Cisco APIC with VMware vCenter Using VMware VDS

Course Description 

The Configuring Cisco Unified Computing System (DCCUCS) v1.0 shows you how to deploy, secure, operate, and maintain Cisco Unified Computing System™ (Cisco UCS^®) B-series blade servers, Cisco UCS C-Series, and S-Series rack servers for use in data centers. You will learn how to implement management and orchestration software for Cisco UCS. You will gain hands-on practice: configuring key features of Cisco UCS, Cisco UCS Director, and Cisco UCS Manager; implementing UCS management software including Cisco UCS Manager and Cisco Intersight™; and more.

How You'll Benefit

This course will help you:
Gain in-depth experience implementing and maintaining Cisco UCS servers to help you accelerate and provide robust UCS deployments
Gain knowledge and skills through Cisco’s unique combination of lessons and hands-on practice using enterprise-grade Cisco learning technologies, data center equipment, and software

Who Should Enroll

Server administrators
Network engineers
Systems engineers
Consulting systems engineers
Technical solutions architects
Network administrators
Storage administrators
Network managers
Cisco integrators and partners

Course Prerequisites

To fully benefit from this course, you should have the following knowledge and skills:
General knowledge of servers
Routing and switching knowledge
Storage area networking knowledge
Server virtualization knowledge
These are the recommended Cisco courses that may help you meet these prerequisites:
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) v1.0
Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU) v1.0
Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR)
Introducing Cisco Unified Computing System (DCIUCS) v1.0
Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking (DCICN) v6.2
Introducing Cisco Data Center Technologies (DCICT) v6.2
Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices: Accelerated (CCNAX) or Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1 (ICND1) and Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 2 (ICND2)

Course Objectives

After taking this course, you should be able to:
Describe and implement SAN on Cisco UCS
Describe Cisco UCS policies for service profiles
Describe and implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) on Cisco UCS
Describe and implement external authentication providers on Cisco UCS Manager
Describe and implement key management on Cisco UCS Manager
Describe Cisco UCS Director
Describe and implement Cisco Intersight
Describe the scripting options for Cisco UCS Manager
Describe and implement monitoring on Cisco UCS Manager

Course Outline

Implementing Cisco UCS Storage Area Network (SAN)
SAN Introduction
Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect Fibre Channels modes
Named VSANs
Cisco UCS Fibre Channel and FCoE Storage Connectivity

Describing Cisco UCS Policies for Service Profiles
Storage Policies and Profiles
Basic Input Output System (BIOS) Policies
Boot Policy
Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) Policies
Scrub Policies
Maintenance Policies

Describing Cisco Adapter FEX and Single Root I/O Virtualization
Cisco FEX Overview
Cisco Adapter FEX
Single Root I/O Virtualization

Implementing RBAC on Cisco UCS
RBAC in Cisco UCS
Users, Roles, and Privileges
Functions of Organizations and Locales
Effective Rights of a User

Implementing External Authentication Providers
Options for External Authentication Providers

Implementing Key Management on Cisco UCS Manager
Public Key Infrastructure

Implementing Cisco UCS Director
Cisco UCS Director Overview
Policies, Virtual Data Centers, and Catalogs
Cisco UCS Director Virtualization Support
Managing Compute with Cisco UCS Director
Cisco UCS Manager Orchestration
Self-Service Portal
Reporting and Monitoring in Cisco UCS Director

Implementing Cisco Intersight
Cisco UCS Director Overview
Important Features of Cisco Intersight

Describing the Scripting Options for Cisco UCS Manager
Cisco UCS Manager XML API
Cisco UCS Management Information Tree
Managed Object Browser
Cisco UCS PowerTool
Cisco UCS Python Software Development Kit (SDK)

Implementing Key Management on Cisco UCS Manager
Public Key Infrastructure

Implementing Cisco Intersight
Cisco Intersight Overview
Important Features of Cisco Intersight

Describing the Scripting Options for Cisco UCS Manager
Cisco UCS Manager XML API
Cisco UCS Management Information Tree
Managed Object Browser
Cisco UCS Manager PowerTool
Cisco UCS Python SDK

Implementing Monitoring on Cisco UCS Manager
Logging Sources in Cisco UCS Manager
Port Monitoring Capabilities of Cisco UCS Manager
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Security Ramifications
Cisco UCS Manager Call Home Feature

Lab Outline

Configure Pod-Specific Device Aliases
Configure Zoning
Configure VSANs in Cisco UCS Manager
Configure Unified Ports on Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnects
Install and Boot VMware Elastic Sky X Integrated (ESXi) on Cisco UCS from the FCoE Logical Unit Number (LUN) via FCoE
Configure RBAC
Configure Cisco UCS Manager to Authenticate Users via Open Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (OpenLDAP)
Configure a Trusted Point and Key Ring in Cisco UCS Manager
Configure Cisco UCS Manager Using Scripting
Implement Syslog and Call Home

Course Description 

The Introducing Cisco Unified Computing System (DCIUCS) v1.0 is an introductory course that shows you how to deploy, secure, operate, and maintain the Cisco Unified Computing system (Cisco UCS^®) B-Series blade servers, Cisco UCS C-Series and S-Series rack servers, and Cisco HyperFlex™ product family for use in data centers. You will gain hands-on practice on basic Cisco UCS server configuration, performing backup and restore activities, and more.

How You'll Benefit

This course will help you:
Learn how to implement and maintain Cisco UCS servers
Gain knowledge and skills through Cisco’s unique combination of lessons and hands-on practice using enterprise-grade Cisco learning technologies, data center equipment, and software
Prepare for data center job roles

Who Should Enroll

Server administrators
Network engineers
Systems engineers
Consulting systems engineers
Technical solutions architects
Network administrators
Storage administrators
Network managers
Sales engineers
Cisco integrators and partners

Course Objectives

After taking this course, you should be able to:
Describe Cisco UCS server hardware
Describe Cisco UCS connectivity
Describe the Cisco HyperFlex Data Platform, its data writing and reading processes, and data optimization
Describe and configure Cisco UCS service profiles
Describe and configure Cisco UCS service profile templates
Describe and implement Internet Small Computer Systems Interface (iSCSI) on Cisco UCS
Describe and implement Cisco UCS firmware updates
Describe and implement Cisco UCS backups

Course Prerequisites

To fully benefit from this course, you should have the following knowledge and skills:
General knowledge of servers
Routing and switching
Storage area networking
Server virtualization

These Cisco courses are recommended to help you meet these prerequisites:
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA^®)
Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU) v1.0
Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR)

Course Outline

Describing Cisco UCS Server Hardware
Cisco UCS B-Series Blade Servers
Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers
Cisco UCS S-Series Rack Servers
Cisco Virtual Interface Cards
Hyperconvergence Overview
Cisco HyperFlex HX-Series Servers

Describing Cisco UCS Connectivity
Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect
Cisco UCS B-Series Connectivity
Cisco UCS C-Series Connectivity
Cisco UCS S-Series Connectivity
Cisco HyperFlex Connectivity Architecture
Cisco HyperFlex Edge Connectivity
Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect Ethernet End-Host Mode Compared to Switching Mode
Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect Uplink Pinning
Cisco UCS C-Series Integration

Describing the Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform
Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform Software
Writing Data to Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform
Reading Data from Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform
Data Optimization in Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform

Configuring Cisco UCS Service Profiles
Portability Issue with Nonabstracted Identities
Cisco UCS Service Profile
Identity Pools
Server Pools
IP Pools

Configuring Cisco UCS Service Profile Templates
Service Profile Templates

Implementing iSCSI on Cisco UCS
iSCSI Addressing
iSCSI Support in Cisco UCS

Implementing Cisco UCS Firmware Updates
Update Cisco UCS C-Series Server Firmware
Download Tasks for the Infrastructure Image
Download Tasks for Cisco UCS B-Series Firmware Packages
Best Practices for Updating Firmware in Cisco UCS Manager
Firmware Upgrades Using Auto Install
Capability Catalog Updates
Host Firmware Packages
Driver Updates for Operating Systems and Hypervisors

Implementing Cisco UCS Backups
Compare Backup Options in Cisco UCS Manager
Compare Two Import Types
Policy Backup

Lab Outline

Explore Cisco UCS Manager GUI
Configure Server and Uplink Ports
Configure VLANs
Configure Basic Identity Pools
Configure a Cisco UCS Service Profile Using Pools
Configure a Service Profile Template
Configure an iSCSI Service Profile on Cisco UCS
Perform Backup and Restore Activities

Course Description 

The Implementing Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches (ENC9K) v4.0 course provides you with insight into Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches and its solution components. You will learn about the architecture, capabilities, positioning, and implementation of the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches, as well as the management of the switches using CLI, Cisco DNA Center, and IOS-XE web user GUI. Additionally, you will be introduced to security, cloud, automation, and other important features of Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches.

How You'll Benefit

This course will help you:
Prepare for successful deployment of the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
Understand the role of Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches in the SD-Access fabric
Learn to provision Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches using Cisco DNA center as the orchestration platform
Gain hands-on practice through in-depth lab exercises

Who Should Enroll

Network designers
Network managers
System engineers

Course Objectives

After taking this course, you should be able to:
Review the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches identify the switches’ features and examine the functionalities purpose-built for Cisco DNA and the SD-Access solution.
Position the different Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switch model types in the network, and map older Cisco Catalyst switches to the 9000 family for migration.
Identify the role and value of Cisco Silicon One in a campus environment.
Examine management capabilities of the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches.
Describe the scalability and performance features supported by the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches.
Describe the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switch support for security, Quality of Service (QoS), and Internet of Things (IoT) convergence features.
Describe automation features, Application Programming Interface (API), Infrastructure as Code, and automation tools supported on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches.
Describe the new QoS, IoT, and BGP EVPN Features on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches.
Describe the maintenance features on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches.
Explore the SD-Access solution fundamentals, deployment models for the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switch, and the use of Cisco DNA Center to manage infrastructure devices.
Automate Day 0 device onboarding with Cisco DNA Center LAN Automation and Network PnP.
Describe how to manage and host applications on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches using Cisco DNA Center.
Explore a modern approach to cloud-managed networking for Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches and wireless access points that uses the Meraki Dashboard and analytics.
Describe the Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series Switch architecture, model types, port types, uplink modules, components including power supplies, and other switch features and capabilities.
Describe the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switch architecture, model types, port types, uplink modules, and components, including power supplies and stacking cables.
Describe the Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Switches, different modular chassis, supervisor and line card options, architectural components, uplink, and power redundancy, and Multigigabit ports
Describe the Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches, model types, switch components, RFID support, architecture, and switch profiles.
Describe the Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switch architecture, supervisor and line card options, and high availability features.

Course Prerequisites

You are expected to have the following knowledge and skills before attending this course:
Cisco CCNP^® certification or equivalent experience
Knowledge of configuring LAN routing and switching with Cisco Catalyst switches
Familiarity with the Cisco IOS XE operating system
Familiarity with using network management software
Familiarity with Cisco Intent-based networking and policy-based management automation technologies

The following Cisco offerings can help you prepare for this course:
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)
Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR)

Course Outline

Introducing the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
Positioning Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
Cisco Catalyst Silicon One Architecture
Exploring Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches Management Capabilities
Scale and Performance Features on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
Security Features on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
Automation Features on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
QoS, IoT, and BGP EVPN Features on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
Maintenance Features on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
Cisco SD-Access Solution on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
Application Hosting on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
Cloud Management for Catalyst 9000 Series Using Meraki Dashboard
Automating Network Changes with Cisco DNA Center
Introducing Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series Switches
Introducing Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switches
Introducing Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Switches
Introducing Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches
Introducing Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches

Lab Outline

Configure and Troubleshoot Network Issues Using WebGUI
Application Hosting on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches Using the CLI
Configure a Switch Stack Using Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switches
Enable and Verify Switch-to-Switch MACSec
Enable and Verify Encrypted Traffic Analytics
Explore Switch Management Automation and Programmability
Network Automation Using Ansible Playbooks and Terraform Scripts on the Cisco IOS XE
Configure Perpetual PoE and fast PoE on the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
Configure Packet Capture on Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switches
Perform GIR on a Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switch
Application Hosting on Cisco Catalyst 9300 Using Cisco DNA Center
Integrate Cisco DNA Center and Cisco ISE
Provision Underlay Networks with Cisco DNA Center LAN Automation

Course Description

The Implementing Automation for Cisco Data Center Solutions (DCAUI) training shows you how to implement Cisco Data Center automated solutions, including programming concepts, orchestration, and automation tools.  The goal of this 5-day training is to highlight the tools and benefits of leveraging programmability and automation in the Cisco-powered Data Center. Examined platforms include Cisco ACI (the controller-based Data Center environment), Cisco NX-OS on all Cisco Nexus platforms for device-centric automation, and Cisco UCS for Data Center compute. Their current ecosystem of APIs, software development toolkits, and relevant workflows is inspected in detail together with open industry standards, tools, and APIs, such as Python, Ansible, Git, JSON/YAML, NETCONF/RESTCONF, and YANG.

This training prepares you for the 300-635 Automating and Programming Cisco Data Center Solutions (DCAUTO) certification exam. Introducing Automation for Cisco Solutions (CSAU) is required prior to enrolling in Implementing Automation for Cisco Data Center Solutions (DCAUI) because it provides crucial foundational knowledge essential to success. This training also earns you 24 Continuing Education (CE) credits towards recertification.

How You'll Benefit

This training will teach you to implement Cisco Data Center automated solutions to:
Learn the tools and the benefits of leveraging programmability and automation in the Cisco-powered Data Center
Examine platforms include Cisco ACI (the controller-based Data Center environment), Cisco NX-OS on all Cisco Nexus platforms for device-centric automation, and Cisco UCS for Data Center compute
Inspect the current ecosystem of APIs, software development toolkits, and relevant workflows in detail together with open industry standards, tools, and APIs, such as Python, Ansible, Git, JSON/YAML, NETCONF/RESTCONF, and YANG

Who Should Enroll

Channel and Customer Engineers including Network Engineers, System Engineers, Wireless Engineers, Consulting Systems Engineers, Technical Solutions Architects, Network Administrators, Wireless Design Engineers, Network Managers, Site Reliability Engineers, and Deployment Engineers

Channel Sales Engineers
Channel Account Managers

What to Expect in the Exam

300-635 DCAUTO: Automating and Programming Cisco Data Center Solutions is a 90-minute exam associated with the Cisco Certified DevNet Specialist–Data Center Automation and Programmability certification and satisfies the concentration exam requirements for these professional-level certifications:
CCNP Data Center
Cisco Certified DevNet Professional

The multiple-choice format tests knowledge and skills related to implementing Data Center automated solutions, including:
Programming concepts
Orchestration
Automation tools

Course Objectives

Review Cisco ACI fundamental concepts, GUI workflows, and create the case for implementing automation
Introduce the Cisco ACI REST API, the tools already available on the Cisco APIC, and understand basic API interaction using Postman
Understand the functionality provided by the Python ACI libraries and write scripts that apply configuration and verify state on the Cisco ACI fabric
Understand Cisco ACI Ansible modules, build playbooks that apply Infrastructure-as-Code concepts to Cisco ACI tenant configuration, and generate a health report using Ansible
Understand Cisco ACI Apps Center integration and the benefits of integrating Kubernetes infrastructure with Cisco ACI
Understand the API types and capabilities available on Cisco Nexus product family
Understand Day 0 operations and how ZTP, POAP, and iPXE fulfill these goals with their respective tooling
Understand functionality provided by the on-box tooling on the Cisco Nexus series switches and implement simple solutions to improve daily operations
Use Python and Ansible to leverage the NX-API to implement and verify configuration state using modern workflows
Understand the paradigm shift of Model-Driven Telemetry and explore a fully set up pipeline for data collection and analysis
Understand the Cisco UCS developer tools and implement management workflows leveraging Cisco UCS APIs, Python, and Ansible modules
Review Cisco NDFC product capabilities and understand how its API can be leveraged to automate the Cisco Data Center
Understand the advantages of using Cisco Intersight and how to implement automation tasks using its REST APIs via Python and Ansible
Describe Terraform plans for Cisco ACI deployments

Course Prerequisites

Before taking this offering, you should have:
Basic knowledge of programming language concepts
Basic understanding of virtualization and VMware
Ability to use Linux and CLI tools, such as SSH and bash
CCNP level data center knowledge
Foundational understanding of Cisco ACI

Course Outline

Describing the Cisco ACI Policy Model
Describing the Cisco APIC REST API
Using Python to Interact with the Cisco ACI REST API
Using Ansible to Automate Cisco ACI
Introducing Cisco NX-OS Programmability
Describing Day-Zero Provisioning with Cisco NX-OS
Implementing On-Box Programmability and Automation with Cisco NX-OS
Implementing Off-Box Programmability and Automation with Cisco NX-OS
Automating Cisco UCS Using Developer Tools
Describing Cisco Intersight

Lab Outline

Use Cisco APCI Web GUI
Discover the Cisco APIC REST API
Use Postman with the APIC REST API
Use Python with Cisco APIC REST API
Configure and Verify Cisco ACI Using Acitoolkit
Use Cobra and Arya to Recreate a Tenant
Manage Configuration Using Ansible
Set Up a New Tenant the NetDevOps Way
Create an Infrastructure Health Report
Set Up Power On Auto Provisioning on the Cisco Nexus 9000
Use Bash and Guest Shell on Cisco NX-OS
Use Python to Enhance CLI Commands
Trigger a Python Script Using EEM
Configure and Verify Using NX-API and Python
Configure and Verify Using NETCONF and YANG
Use Ansible with Cisco NX-OS
Connect, Query, and Modify Cisco UCS Manager Objects Using Cisco UCS PowerTool
Connect, Query, and Modify Cisco UCS IMC Objects Using Cisco UCS PowerTool
Utilize Cisco UCS Python SDK
Utilize Cisco IMC Python SDK
Implement Ansible Playbooks to Modify and Verify the Configuration of Cisco UCS Manager

Course Overview

The Implementing Cisco NX-OS Switches and Fabrics in the Data Center training gives you a detailed understanding of the Cisco® Nexus switch platform and teaches you how to install, configure, and manage Cisco Nexus® switch platforms in a scalable, highly available environment. Through a combination of lectures and hands-on labs, you will learn how to describe various aspects of the Cisco Nexus product families and platforms, including implementation, management, security, programmability and storage. Additionally, you will learn how to configure device aliases and zoning, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), and N-Port Identifier Virtualization (NPIV), and N-Port Virtualization (NPV) mode.
This training also earns you 40 Continuing Education (CE) credits towards recertification.

How you’ll benefit

This course will help you:
Describe, implement, configure, and manage Cisco Nexus product families and platforms, including redundancy protocols and security features, in a scalable environment
Gain valuable hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus products in a lab setting
Develop expertise with the Cisco Nexus product families and platforms

Who should attend

Data center systems engineers
Field engineers
Architects
Cisco partners using Cisco Nexus Series switch platforms

Course Objectives

Describe the platforms that make the Cisco Nexus 9000, 7000, 3000, and 2000 product families
Describe Cisco Nexus platform implementations
Explain Cisco Nexus platform management
Describe Port Channels and Virtual Port Channels
Configure First Hop Redundancy protocols
Configure security features of Cisco Nexus devices
Describe the Cisco Nexus devices routing and forwarding
Describe Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN)
Describe Quality of Service (QoS) on Cisco Nexus Devices
Explain system management and monitoring processes
Describe Cisco NX-OS programmability
Describe Cisco Nexus storage services
Configure device aliases and zoning
Configure FCoE
Configure NPIV and NPV modes

Course Prerequisites

The knowledge and skills you are expected to have before attending this training are:
Be familiar with Cisco data center technologies
Understand networking protocols, routing, and switching

The following recommended Cisco offerings may help you meet these prerequisites:
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)
Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU)
Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR)

Course Outline

Describing Cisco Nexus Series Switches
Describing Cisco Nexus Platforms Implementation
Describing Cisco Nexus Platforms Management
Describing Port Channels and Virtual Port Channels
Configuring First Hop Redundancy Protocols
Configuring Cisco Nexus Security Features
Describing Cisco NX-OS Routing and Forwarding
Describing Virtual Extensible LAN
Describing QoS on Cisco Nexus Devices
Configuring System Management and Monitoring
Describing Cisco NX-OS Programmability
Describing Cisco Nexus Storage Services
Configuring Fibre Channel Over Ethernet
Describing Device Aliases and Zoning
Configuring NPIV and NPV Modes

Lab Topology

Test Cisco Nexus Platforms
Configure User Management
Configure vPC
Configure First Hop Redundancy Protocol (FHRP) Protocols
Configure Cisco Nexus Security Features
Configure Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
Configure VXLAN
Configure QoS
Configure System Management
Configure Cisco NX-OS On-Box Programmability
Configure Containers on Cisco NX-OS
Configure Cisco NX-OS Using Ansible
Configure Basic Fibre Channel Features
Configure FCoE
Configure Fiber Channel Device Aliases and Zoning
Configure NPV

Course Overview

The Implementing Cisco Nexus 9000 Switches in NX-OS Mode – Advanced (DCNXA) v1.0 course provides advanced training in applying and managing the Cisco Nexus® 9000 Series Switches in NX-OS mode. The Cisco® NX-OS platform deploys Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) and Ethernet VPN (EVPN) using Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM), implements Multi-Site VXLAN EVPN, and integrates L4-L7 services into the fabric providing external connectivity, utilizing advanced tenant features. You will also learn how to implement Cisco NX-OS Enhanced Policy-Based Redirect (ePBR) and Intelligent Traffic Director (ITD) features.

How you’ll benefit

This course will help you:
Learn how you can integrate Cisco Nexus 9000 Switches in NX-OS mode to manage your enterprise IT environment
Understand the common platform architecture and key features of the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series in NX-OS mode to provide a consistent set of provisioning, management, and diagnostic capabilities for applications

Who Should Enroll

Basic knowledge in the following areas can help you get the most from this course:
Networking protocols, routing, and switching
General Cisco data center technologies
Virtualization fundamentals
Cisco Nexus platform management

The following course offerings may help you meet these prerequisites:
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA^®)
Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU)
Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR)
Implementing Cisco Nexus 9000 Switches in NX-OS Mode (DCNX)

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge in the following areas can help you get the most from this course:
Networking protocols, routing, and switching
General Cisco data center technologies
Virtualization fundamentals
Cisco Nexus platform management

The following course offerings may help you meet these prerequisites:
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)
Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU)
Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR)
Implementing Cisco NX-OS Switches and Fabrics in the Data Center (DCNX)

Course Objectives

After taking this course, you should be able to:
Configure VXLAN EVPN in a single site using Cisco DCNM
Configure a Multi-Site VXLAN EVPN
Configure L4-L7 service redirection
Configure external connectivity from a VXLAN EVPN
Configure tenant-level features and Tenant-Routed Multicast (TRM) in VXLAN EVPN
Configure Cisco NX-OS Enhanced Policy-Based Redirect (ePBR) and Intelligent Traffic Director (ITD)

Course Outline

Describing VXLAN EVPN in Single Site
Describe VXLAN EVPN Control Plane
Describe VXLAN EVPN Data Plane

Describing Multi-Site VXLAN EVPN
Describe VXLAN EVPN Multi-Site Features
Describe Supported Multi-Site Topologies

Describing Layer 4-Layer 7 Service Redirection
Describe Layer 4-Layer 7 Service Integration Options
Describe Integration of Active/Standby and Active/Active Service Devices

Describing External Connectivity from VXLAN EVPN
Describe External VRF-Lite Connectivity

Describing VXLAN EVPN Functionality Enhancements
Describe Fabric Management Options
Describe Tenant-Level Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Relay

Describing Cisco NX-OS Enhanced Policy-Based Redirect and Intelligent Traffic Director
Describe Enhanced Policy-Based Redirect
Describe Tenant-Level DHCP Relay

Lab Topology

Import an Existing VXLAN Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) EVPN Fabric into Cisco DCNM
Configure vPC and Layer 3 Connectivity
Configure Multi-Site VXLAN EVPN
Configure Routed Firewall Integration into VXLAN EVPN Using PBR
Configure External VRF Lite Connectivity and Endpoint Locator
Configure Tenant DHCP Relay
Configure Tenant-Routed Multicast
Configure Enhanced Policy-Based Redirect
Configure Traffic Load-Balancing Using the ITD

Course Description 

The Troubleshooting Cisco Application-Centric Infrastructure (DCACIT) v5.2 course teaches you through a combination of lectures and labs the key components and procedures needed to troubleshoot Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches in Application-Centric Infrastructure (ACI) mode. This course is for advanced engineers who have installed and managed existing fabrics or for those who have completed the Implementing Cisco Application-Centric Infrastructure-Advanced (DCACI) course.

How You'll Benefit

This course will help you:
Learn how to design policy-driven automation to streamline the deployment lifecycle
Integrate a comprehensive solution using any hypervisor, supporting any workload, for any location, and in any cloud
Expand your knowledge of Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches

Who Should Enroll

This course is ideal for developers and engineers including:
Network engineers
Systems engineers
Data center engineers
Consulting systems engineers
Technical solutions architects
Cisco integrators/partners
Field engineers
Server administrators
Network managers

Course Objectives

After taking this course, you should be able to:
Apply troubleshooting methodology to Cisco ACI networks
Troubleshoot logical and physical constructs of the Cisco ACI policy
Understand Cisco APIC and its troubleshooting aspects
Troubleshoot endpoint learning in Cisco ACI
Troubleshoot Layer 2 traffic bridging and Layer 3 routing in the Cisco ACI network
Troubleshoot hypervisor integration in Cisco ACI
Troubleshoot Layer 4 to Layer 7 service insertion
Troubleshoot contracts and route leaking in Cisco ACI

Course Prerequisites

You should have the following knowledge and skills before attending this course:
Familiarity with data center infrastructure operations
Familiarity with management of Cisco data center switches
Basic programming
Basic network troubleshooting
System or network administration (Linux or Windows)
Data center operations
These are the recommended Cisco offerings that may help you meet these prerequisites:
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA®) v1.0
Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU) v1.0
Implementing Cisco Application-Centric Infrastructure (DCACI) v1.0
Cisco Application-Centric Infrastructure Operation and Troubleshooting (DCACIO) v5.2

Course Outline

Describing Cisco ACI Troubleshooting Methodology
Troubleshooting Logical and Physical Constructs
Troubleshooting Cisco APIC
Troubleshooting Endpoint Learning
Troubleshooting Layer 2
Troubleshooting Layer 3 Routing
Troubleshooting VMM Integration
Troubleshooting Layer 4-7 Service Insertion
Troubleshooting Contracts and Route Leaking

Lab Outline

Verify Endpoints
Examine VLANs
Troubleshoot ACI Policy
Troubleshoot CMM integrat

Course Description 

The Data Center Nexus Dashboard Advanced (DCNDA) training focuses on how to deploy and use Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights (NDI) and Cisco Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator (NDO) to successfully monitor data center networks, and to provision a Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI)-based multisite network. The training is three days long and includes several activities that are either lab simulations or live labs. Activities that pertain to Nexus Dashboard Insights are implemented with lab simulations based on a real-world lab environment, while the lab activity related to Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator uses live software.

This training earns you 24 Continuing Education (CE) credits towards recertification.

How You'll Benefit

This training will help you:
Learn how to deploy and use Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights and Cisco Nexus Dashboard Orchestration to successfully monitor data center networks, and to provision a Cisco ACI-based multisite network
Gain leading-edge skills for a career focused on data center technology
Earn 24 CE credits toward recertification

Who Should Enroll

Data Center Network Administrators
Data Center Network Operators
Data Center Architects
Data Center Engineers
Data Center Technical Managers
IT Managers/Directors
Account Managers

Course Objectives

Describe Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights
Describe day-2 operational needs
Describe the Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights installation on Cisco NexusDashboard
Describe Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights switch telemetry
Describe assurance analysis including multisite assurance
Describe resource analysis
Describe alerts analysis
Describe Cisco NDI dashboards
Describe the options for exporting data from NDI
Describe Cisco NDI use cases
Explore Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights
Explore vCenter Integration with Cisco NDI
Explore Cisco NDI Assurance functions
Describe Cisco Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator
Describe Cisco NDO features and use cases
Describe Cisco NDO platform support and the installation process
Describe Cisco intersite connectivity
Describe multisite schemas and templates
Describe multipod and multisite integration
Orchestrate Cisco NDO policies

Course Prerequisites

The knowledge and skills you are expected to have before attending this training are:
Understanding of Cisco routing and switching in a data center
Fundamentals of network management and network operation
Understanding of Cisco ACI
These skills can be found in the following Cisco Learning Offerings:
Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU)
Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (DCACI)

Course Outline

Cisco Nexus Dashboards Insights Overview
Day-2 Operational Needs
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights Installation on Cisco Nexus Dashboard
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights Switch Telemetry
Assurance Analysis Including Multisite Assurance
Resource Analysis
Alerts Analysis
Explore Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights Dashboards
Options for Exporting Data from Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights Use Cases
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights Integration with vCenter
Explore Cisco NDI Assurance Functions
Cisco NDO Overview
Cisco NDO Features and Use Cases
Cisco NDO Platform Support and Installation
Cisco NDO with Cisco ACI Multisite
Intersite Connectivity
Multisite Schemas and Templates
Multipod and Multisite Integration
Orchestrate Cisco NDO Policies

Lab Outline

Explore Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights
Configure and Explore vCenter Integration with Cisco NDI
Explore Cisco NDI Assurance Functions
Orchestrate Cisco NDO Policies

Course Description

The Cisco Data Center Nexus Dashboard Essentials training teaches you how to plan, implement, manage, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot the infrastructure of your data centers using the Cisco Nexus Dashboard platform.

The goal of this training is to provide fundamental knowledge for the Cisco Nexus Dashboard platform. It discusses the components and the structure of the platform, as well as how to plan for the installment and deployment, looking at the physical and virtual resource requirements, licensing, connectivity, cluster size, and software stack. Additionally, you will be acquainted with the Graphical User Interface (GUI) and the different functions to create and manage sites in the Cisco Nexus Dashboard. You will learn how to monitor, troubleshoot, and administer the platform, covering the authentication and authorization of the administrators’ access. This training also earns you 26 Continuing Education (CE) credits toward recertification.

How You'll Benefit

This training will help you:
Gain the needed skills to utilize the Cisco Nexus Dashboard platform
Boost knowledge for protocols, solutions, and designs to acquire professional-level and expert-level data center roles
Earn 26 CE credits toward recertification

Who Should Enroll

Personnel seeking professional- or expert-level data center roles

Course Objectives

Explore the Cisco Nexus Dashboard platform
Explain Cisco Nexus Dashboard licensing options, cluster connectivity, GUI, software stack, roles, permissions, tech support, troubleshooting, and installation procedure for adding applications
Perform Cisco Nexus Dashboard firmware upgrades
Configure Cisco Nexus Dashboard remote authentication
Monitor Cisco Nexus Dashboard resources
Describe Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) and its dashboards
Explore the Data Center with Cisco NDFC topology, including customizable templates, deployment, existing network devices, Virtual eXtensible Local Area Network (VXLAN) Ethernet Virtual Private Network (EVPN), Representational State Transfer (REST) Application Program Interface (API), migration, and image, license, and network management
Describe enhanced Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for fabric objects

Course Prerequisites

none

Course Outline

Cisco Nexus Dashboard Platforms
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Licensing Options
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Cluster Connectivity
Cisco Nexus Dashboard GUI Overview
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Software Stack
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Installation Procedures
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Firmware Upgrades
Application Installation on Cisco Nexus Dashboard
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Roles and Permissions
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Remote Authentication
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Resource Monitoring
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Tech Support and Troubleshooting
Add Sites to Cisco Nexus Dashboard
Explore Cisco Nexus Dashboard
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller Overview
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller Dashboards
Data Center Exploration with Cisco NDFC Topology
Cisco NDFC Customizable Templates
Image Management Using Cisco NDFC
License Management Using Cisco NDFC
Enhanced RBAC for Fabric Objects
Explore Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller
Manage the Network with Cisco NDFC
Deploying Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller
Discovering Network Devices with Cisco NDFC
Deploy VXLAN EVPN with Cisco NDFC
Managing and Monitoring the Data Center with Cisco NDFC
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller REST API
Cisco Data Center Network Manager to Cisco NDFC Migration
Configure and Execute Cisco NDFC POAP
Configure VXLAN with a BGP Control Plane

Lab Outline

Connect Sites to Cisco Nexus Dashboard
Explore Cisco Nexus Dashboard
Explore Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller
Manage the Network with Cisco NDFC
Configure and Execute Cisco NDFC POAP
Configure VXLAN with a BGP Control Plane

Course Description 

The Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure Operations and Troubleshooting (DCACIO) v5.2 course shows you how to manage, monitor, and troubleshoot Cisco^® Nexus^® 9000 Series Switches in Application-Centric Infrastructure (ACI) mode. Through expert instruction and hands-on practice, you will learn about operational tools, best practices, caveats, and practice troubleshooting common issues on a live fabric. Based on lessons learned in wide range of production deployments, this course gives you the real-world knowledge and skills to boost operational efficiencies in your own deployment.

How You'll Benefit

This course will help you:
Quickly ramp up on Cisco ACI^® operational knowledge, skills, and best practices honed from real-world production deployments
Gain hands-on troubleshooting techniques
Optimize the benefits of using Cisco ACI, such as streamlined operations

Who Should Enroll

This course is ideal for developers and engineers including:
Network Engineer
Systems Engineer
Data Center Engineer
Consulting Systems Engineer
Technical Solutions Architect
Cisco Integrators/Partners
Field Engineer
Server Administrator
Network Manager

Course Objectives

After taking this course, you should be able to:
Describe the Cisco ACI built0in tools for operating and monitoring the fabric.
Describe the complex challenges related to monitoring and Cisco tools that address them: Cisco Nexus Dashboard and Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights.
Describe fabric installation upgrade, backup, restore, and best practices for Cisco NX-OS-to-ACI migration and Cisco ACI management access.
Describe the tools and best practices for monitoring ACI fabric.
Describe best practices for Cisco ACI naming conventions, Day-0 configuration, VMM integration, and Cisco ACI migrations.

Course Prerequisites

To fully benefit from this course, you should have the following knowledge and skills:
Understanding of ACI architecture and concepts need to get an ACI fabric into production
Familiarity with data center infrastructure operations
Familiarity with management of Cisco data center switches
Data center operations

The following course will provide you with the required ACI skills:
Implementing Cisco Application-Centric Infrastructure (DCACI)
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solution (CCNA)
Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU)

Course Outline

Describing Cisco ACI Day-0 to Day-2 Operations
Describing Day-2 Operational Tools
Describing Cisco ACI Configuration Management
Describing Cisco ACI Monitoring
Cisco ACI Best Practices

Lab Outline

Safeguard ACI Operation Using Network Assurance Engine
Explore Cisco Network Insights and Nexus Dashboard
Configure SNMP and Perform Export/Import Operations
Monitor Cisco ACI and Configure Syslog
Configure ELAM Assistant
Explore the Management Information Tree
Configure SPAN

Course Description

The Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure–Advanced (DCACIA) training shows you how to integrate the capabilities of the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches in Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (Cisco ACI) mode. You will learn how to configure and manage Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches in ACI mode providing enhanced management and policy framework, along with the protocols used in the underlying fabric. The course also covers how to use Cisco ACI as a policy-driven solution that integrates software and hardware, and how to implement Cisco ACI Multi-Pod and Multi-Site deployments. You will gain hands-on practice implementing advanced ACI capabilities such as Rogue Endpoint Feature, Transit Routing, VRF Route Leaking, Contracts and Zoning Rules, Policy Based Redirect to Layer 4–7 Service Node, Multi-Pod Fabric and Cisco ACI Multi-Site Orchestrator.

How You'll Benefit

This course will help you:
Gain the skills and hands-on practice integrating the enhanced, automated capabilities of Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches in ACI mode for quicker application deployment
Get the knowledge for protocols, solutions and designs to acquire professional-level and expert-level data center job roles
Earn 40 CE credits toward recertification

Who Should Enroll

This course is designed primarily for network and software engineers who are interested in learning about automation and programmability and hold the following job roles:
Network Designers
Network Administrators
Network Engineers
Systems Engineers
Data Center Engineers
Consulting Systems Engineers
Technical Solutions Architects
Cisco Integrators/Partners
Field Engineers
Server Administrators
Network Managers
Storage Administrators
Cisco Integrators and Partners

What to Expect in the Exam

The 300-630 DCACIA exam certifies your knowledge of working with Cisco switches in ACI mode including configuration, implementation, and management.

After you pass 300-630 DCACIA, you earn the Cisco Certified Specialist – ACI Advanced Implementation certification and you satisfy the concentration exam requirement for the CCNP Data Center certification.

Course Objectives

After completing the course, you should be able to:
Describe Cisco ACI Fabric Infrastructure and basic Cisco ACI concepts
Describe Cisco ACI policy model logical constructs
Describe Cisco ACI basic packet forwarding
Describe external network connectivity
Describe VMM Integration
Describe Layer 4 to Layer 7 integrations
Explain Cisco ACI management features

Course Prerequisites

To fully benefit from this course, you should have the following knowledge and skills:
Understanding of networking protocols, routing, and switching
Familiarity with Cisco Ethernet switching products
Understanding of Cisco data center architecture
Familiarity with virtualization fundamentals

The following Cisco courses may help you meet these prerequisites:
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)
Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU)

Course Outline

Section 1: Describing Cisco ACI Advanced Packet Forwarding
Section 2: Using Advanced Cisco ACI Policy and Tenant Configuration
Section 3: Implementing Traditional Network in Cisco ACI
Section 4: Describing Cisco ACI Service Graph PBR
Section 5: Describing Cisco ACI Multi-Pod Deployment
Section 6: Describing Cisco ACI MultiSite Deployment

Lab Outline

Discovery 1: Examine Local and Remote Endpoint Learning
Discovery 2: Verify Bounce Entries
Discovery 3: Validate IP Learning
Discovery 4: Mitigate IP and MAC Flapping with the Rogue Endpoint Feature
Discovery 5: Enable Transit Routing
Discovery 6: Implement VRF Route Leaking

Course Description 

The Cisco Intersight Essentials training teaches you various aspects of Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS), including hardware, connectivity, and management. You will learn Cisco Intersight characteristics, licensing, and features, along with insights into server profile deployment and prerequisites for installing operating systems from Cisco Intersight.

This training prepares you for configuring, managing, and monitoring your network, computing, and storage assets. You will gain experience using features, such as Cisco Intersight Workload Optimizer (IWO), Cisco Intersight Cloud Orchestrator (ICO), and Cisco Intersight Virtualization Services (IVS). Also, you will become familiar with the Cisco Intersight Application Programming Interface (API) by using HashiCorp Terraform to automate Cisco Intersight configuration. This training also earns you 18 Continuing Education (CE) credits toward recertification.

How You'll Benefit

This training will help you:
Gain the needed skills to utilize Cisco Intersight
Learn how to centralize configuration, management, and monitoring of the network, computing, storage, and cloud assets under a single pane of glass
Boost knowledge for protocols, solutions, and designs to acquire professional-level and expert-level data center roles
Earn 18 CE credits toward recertification

Who Should Enroll

Server Administrators
Network Engineers
Systems Engineers
Consulting Systems Engineers
Network Administrators
Storage Administrators
Network Managers
Sales Engineers
Technical Solutions Architects

Course Objectives

Describe Cisco UCS hardware, connectivity, and management
Describe Cisco Intersight characteristics
Describe Cisco Intersight licensing and its features
Describe Cisco Intersight server profile deployment
Describe prerequisites and various options for installing an operating system from Cisco Intersight
Describe Cisco Intersight Virtual Appliance and how to deploy and configure different deployment modes
Describe the Cisco UCS X-Series Platform
Describe Cisco UCS M6 portfolio of products
Describe firmware management in Intersight for Cisco UCS infrastructure devices
Describe Cisco UCS Converged Infrastructure
Describe Cisco Intersight account creation and the most important settings
Describe Cisco Intersight Managed Mode (IMM)
Describe Cisco HyperFlex Deployment with Cisco Intersight
Describe Cisco Intersight IVS features and functionality and describe additional ecosystem services that support virtualization service
Describe Cisco Intersight IWO, model your environment as a market with buyers and sellers, and discover IWO’s monitoring targets, policies, and planning scenarios to set up a configuration plan
Describe how to use Intersight ICO and Workflow Automation to manage and automate IT operations, create and manage tasks, and design custom workflows using a drag-and-drop interface, resulting in greater efficiency and reduced costs
Provide a brief description of HashiCorp Terraform
Describe Cisco Intersight API
Describe the process of using Cisco Intersight to install vMedia-based operating systems on managed servers in your data center, unattended installations on Cisco UCS C-Series standalone servers, and Cisco Intersight Managed Mode servers
Describe the usage of the IMM Transition Tool

Course Prerequisites

The knowledge and skills you are expected to have before attending this training are:
General knowledge of Cisco UCS servers
Server virtualization knowledge

Course Outline

Cisco Unified Computing System Fundamentals
Cisco Intersight Characteristics
Cisco Intersight Licensing Options
Cisco Intersight Server Profile Deployment
Cisco Intersight Server Operating System Installation
Cisco Intersight Virtual Appliance
Cisco Unified Computing System X-Series
Cisco Unified Computing System B- and C-Series Servers
Cisco Intersight Platform Firmware Operation
Cisco Unified Computing System Converged Infrastructure
Accessing Cisco Intersight
Cisco Intersight Managed Mode
Cisco HyperFlex Deployment with Cisco Intersight
Cisco Intersight Virtual Services
Cisco Intersight Workload Optimizer
Cisco Intersight Cloud Orchestration
Terraform Provider Registry
Cisco Intersight API
Deploying VMware ESXi to a Blade Using Cisco Intersight
Cisco IMM Transition Tool

Lab Outline

Navigate the Cisco Intersight User Interface
Configure Organizations and Roles
Configure Server Features
Create Pools and Policies
Create Server Profile
Create Server Profiles from Server Profile Template
Configure Cisco ICO
Configure Terraform Provider Registry
Configure Cisco Intersight API with Python
Configure Cisco Intersight API with Ansible