DNA Center And SD-Access Training (SDAINT)

Price
$2,495.00 USD

Duration
2 Days

 

Delivery Methods
Virtual Instructor Led
Private Group

Course Overview

DNA Center and SD-Access offer Cisco’s next-generation programmable digital network to help automate common network access security features and streamline the redundant, complex configuration required to allow different groups of users access to the network infrastructure. This 2-day network security training course allows network administrators to quickly allow differentiated access for end users on the network while allowing the network to react automatically to day zero and other types of attacks. Students who enroll in this course should have a basic understanding of Cisco CCNA Routing & Switching, of Software Defined Networks, and have experience with Cisco IOS, IOS XE, and CLI. Find additional course information below.

Course Objectives

  • Know and understand Cisco’s SD-Access concepts, features, benefits, terminology and the way this approach innovates common administrative tasks on today’s networks.
  • Differentiate and explain each of the building blocks of SD-Access Solution
  • Explain the concept of “Fabric” and the different node types that conform it (Fabric Edge Nodes, Control Plane Nodes, Border Nodes)
  • Describe the role of LISP in Control Plane and VXLAN in Data Plane for SD-Access Solution
  • Understand the role of DNA Center as solution orchestrator and Intelligent GUI
  • Be familiar with workflow approach in DNA Center and its 4 Steps: Design, Policy, Provision and Assurance
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    • Interactive classroom participation: Our virtual training includes live lectures, demonstrations and virtual labs that allow you to participate in discussions with your instructor and fellow classmates to get real-time feedback.
    • Post Class Resources: Review your class content, catch up on any material you may have missed or perfect your new skills with access to resources after your course is complete.
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    Course Prerequisites

  • Knowledge level equivalent to Cisco CCNA Routing & Switching
  • Basic knowledge of Software Defined Networks
  • Basic knowledge and experience with Cisco IOS, IOS XE and CLI
  • Agenda

    1 - Introduction to Cisco’s Software Defined Access (SD-Access)

    • SD-Access Overview
    • SD-Access Benefits
    • SD-Access Key Concepts
    • SD-Access Main Components

    2 - SD-Access Campus Fabric

    • The concept of Fabric
    • Node types
    • Fabric Edge Nodes
    • Control Plane Nodes
    • Border Nodes
    • LISP as protocol for Control Plane
    • VXLAN as protocol for Data Plane
    • Concept of Virtual Network
    • Fabric-enabled WLAN

    3 - DNA Center and Workflow for SD-Access

    • Introduction to DNA Center
    • Workflow for SD-Access in DNA Center
    • Integration with Cisco ISE for Policy Enforcement
    • Integration with Cisco NDP for Analytics and Assurance
    • Relationship with APIC-EM controller

    4 - DNA Center Workflow First Step - Design

    • Creating Enterprise and Sites Hierarchy
    • Discuss and Demonstrate General Network Settings
    • Loading maps into the GUI
    • IP Address Administration
    • Administering Software Images
    • Network Device Profiles

    5 - DNA Center Workflow Second Step - Policy

    • 2-level Hierarchy
    • Policy Types
    • ISE Integration with DNA Center
    • Cross Domain Policies

    6 - DNA Center Workflow Third Step - Provision

    • Devices Onboarding
    • Fabric Domains
    • Adding Nodes

    7 - DNA Center Workflow Fourth Step – Assurance

    • Introduction to Analytics
    • NDP Fundamentals
    • Overview of DNA Assurance
    • Components of DNA Assurance
    • DNA Center Assurance Dashboard

    8 - Implementing WLAN in SD-Access Solution

    • WLAN Integration Strategies in SD-Access Fabric
    • SD-Access Wireless Architecture
    • Sample Design for SD-Access Wireless

    9 - Campus Fabric External Connectivity for SD-Access

    • Enterprise Sample Topology for SD-Access
    • Role of Border Nodes
    • Types of Border Nodes
    • Single Border vs. Multiple Border Designs
    • Collocated Border and Control Plane Nodes
    • Distributed (separated) Border and Control Plane Nodes
     

    Upcoming Class Dates and Times

    Apr 29, 30
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    May 1, 2, 3
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    Jul 9, 10
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    Oct 15, 16
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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