Duration
Cisco Nexus Training
3 days
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the architecture, models, and functionalities of Cisco Nexus 2000, 5000, 7000, and 9000 series devices.
- Configure and manage various features and feature-sets within the NXOS operating system.
- Perform initial setup, reload, and maintenance tasks on Nexus devices.
- Understand and configure key features like Port Profiles, Cisco Fabric Services (CFS), Virtual Device Context (VDC), Fabric Extender (FEX), and Virtual Port Channel (vPC).
- Gain proficiency in FabricPath, Overlay Transport Virtualization (OTV), VXLAN, SD-WAN, and other advanced networking technologies.
- Configure and verify network management and diagnostic tools including SPAN, ERSPAN, NetFlow, and Wireshark captures.
- Implement security measures such as RBAC, DHCP Snooping, Storm Control, and others on Cisco Nexus devices.
- Understand and implement Advanced Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) concepts including APIC, Tenant, Context, and Bridge Domain configurations.
- Configure and manage routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF) and first-hop redundancy protocols (HSRP, VRRP, GLBP) on Cisco Nexus platforms.
Module 1: Introduction to Cisco Nexus Devices
- Overview of Nexus Series (2000, 5000, 7000, 9000)
- Key Features and Licensing Models
- Initial Setup and Reload Procedures for Nexus 5000
Module 2: NXOS Fundamentals
- Understanding the NXOS Command Line Interface
- Feature Set Configuration in NXOS
- Port Profiles: Concepts and Configuration
Module 3: Cisco Fabric Services (CFS) and Virtual Device Context (VDC)
- Introduction to CFS and Its Applications
- VDC: Concepts, Creation, Deletion, and Management
- Naming Conventions for VDCs
Module 4: Fabric Extender (FEX) and Virtual Port Channel (vPC)
- FEX Configuration and Operation
- vPC Concepts and Architecture
- Configuring vPC PeerKeepalive and Peer Link
- Case Studies and Advanced vPC Scenarios
- Configuring vPC between Nexus 5000 and FEX
Module 5: FabricPath and VXLAN Technologies
- Introduction to FabricPath and Its Benefits
- Traditional vs. Conversational MAC Learning
- Initial FabricPath Configuration and Switch ID
- Configuring and Verifying FabricPath Database and vPC+
- Introduction to VXLAN: Concepts and Use Cases
- VXLAN Configuration and Verification on Cisco Nexus
Module 6: Overlay Transport Virtualization (OTV)
- Understanding OTV and Its Use Cases
- Configuring OTV and Verification Techniques
Module 7: SD-WAN Concepts and Integration
- Introduction to SD-WAN and Its Benefits
- Cisco SD-WAN Architecture and Components
- Integrating SD-WAN with Cisco Nexus Platforms
- Configuring and Managing SD-WAN Policies
Module 8: Network Monitoring and Management
- Configuring SPAN and ERSPAN for Traffic Analysis
- CheckPoint and Rollback Configuration
- Wireshark Captures in Control Plane and Data Plane
- NetFlow, RBAC, and DHCP Snooping Configuration
- Implementing Storm Control and Generic Online Diagnostics (GOLD)
Module 9: Advanced Switching and Routing Features
- Configuring RPVST+ and Verifying Operations
- Understanding and Configuring Private VLANs (PVLAN)
- Routing Protocols: EIGRP and OSPF Configuration
- First-Hop Redundancy Protocols: HSRP, VRRP, and GLBP
Module 10: Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI)
- Overview of ACI and APIC Hardware
- Initial Discovery and Configuration of ACI Fabric
- System and Device Health Score and Dashboard Overview
- Configuring Tenants, Contexts, and Bridge Domains
- Understanding Forwarding in ACI
- Interface Policy and Interface Policy Groups
- Configuring Switch and Interface Profiles
Prerequisites
To successfully participate in this course, students should have:
- Basic understanding of networking concepts (CCNA level or equivalent knowledge).
- Familiarity with Cisco IOS or any other CLI-based networking operating system.
- Experience with Ethernet, VLANs, and basic switching and routing principles.
- Basic knowledge of data center networking and concepts is beneficial but not mandatory.
Programme scope, delivery arrangements and suitability are confirmed during enquiry.