Course Outline
Foundations of Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
- Introduction to the Cisco Catalyst 9000 series
- Essential architecture and key features
- Packet flow analysis with ASIC
- Exploring the open Cisco IOS XE platform
- The role of Cisco Catalyst 9000 within the Cisco DNA Architecture
- Licensing models for the Cisco Catalyst 9000 series
Overview of Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series Switches
- General product introduction for the Cisco Catalyst 9200
- Structural architecture and internal components
- Front and rear panel configurations for the Cisco Catalyst 9200 series
- Detailed look at switch models and uplink module options
- Power supply units, stacking mechanisms, and stack cables
- Key features and functional capabilities
Deep Dive into Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switches
- Product introduction for the Cisco Catalyst 9300
- Specific switch models and uplink module selections
- Power supply configurations, stacking, and stack cables
- Enhanced storage solutions
- Port arrangements and multigigabit port details
Exploring Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Switches
- Product introduction for the Cisco Catalyst 9400
- Modular switch chassis options (4-slot, 7-slot, 10-slot)
- Supervisor and line card specifications
- Power supply systems and high-availability components
- Architectural design and uplink redundancy strategies
- Multigigabit port implementations
Insights into Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches
- Product introduction and series architecture
- Redundant power supply systems and modular fan units
- RFID integration features
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches
- Product introduction and series architecture
- Supervisor and line card configurations
- Power supply systems and high-availability features
Strategic Positioning of Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
- Comparative positioning of the 9200, 9300, 9400, 9500, and 9600 series
- Available migration pathways
Management Capabilities and Tools
- Cisco IOS XE Command Line Interface (CLI)
- Web-based user interface (GUI)
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) integration
- Network programmability functionalities
- ThousandEyes enterprise agent deployment
- Intent-based networking via Cisco DNA Center
- Cisco Prime infrastructure management
Enhanced Features in Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
- Open IOS XE patching and software lifecycle management
- Software upgrade, backup, and restoration processes
- Graceful module insertion and removal
- Updated licensing framework
- Advanced capabilities within Cisco DNA software
Scalability and Performance Attributes
- Bandwidth capabilities per stack and uplink specifications
- Multigigabit technology applications
- Flexible NetFlow and TCAM resource management
- Hierarchical VPLS with MPLS access integration
- VRF-aware NAT and loop detection safeguards
- VLAN load balancing techniques
Security, QoS, and IoT Convergence
- Group-based policy enforcement and Cisco TrustSec SGT
- MACsec encryption and FabricSec encryption standards
- Encrypted traffic analytics
- Cisco zero trust architecture and ThousandEyes integration
- Quality of Service (QoS) features and packet flow analysis
- IoT convergence capabilities
Cloud Integration and Automation
- Cloud hosting options and connectivity solutions
- Telemetry mechanisms and DevOps toolkits
- NETCONF and YANG management protocols
- Programmability features in Cisco DNA Center
Cisco SD-Access Solution Implementation
- Fundamentals of the SD-Access solution
- The role of Cisco Catalyst 9000 in SD-Access deployments
- Cisco DNA Center components and architectural design
- Automation workflows for SD-Access environments
- Device onboarding and provisioning using PnP labs
- Application hosting on Cisco Catalyst 9000 via CLI and DNA Center
- Configuration and verification of switch stacks
- Encrypted traffic analytics and perpetual PoE features
Conclusion and Future Directions
Requirements
- Working knowledge of network management software applications
- Strong skills in configuring LAN routing and switching
- Exposure to the Cisco IOS XE operating system
Target Audience
- Network designers
- Network managers
- System engineers
- General IT professionals
Testimonials (3)
The laboratory tool and the knowledge of trainer about network solutions
Michael Angelo Angeleles - Metrobank
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