Course Outline
Overview of the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
- Cisco Catalyst 9000 series portfolio summary
- Fundamental architecture and operational characteristics
- Data plane processing via Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs)
- Open IOS XE operating system framework
- Functionality within the Cisco DNA Architecture ecosystem
- Licensing models for the Cisco Catalyst 9000 series for government deployments
Deployment of Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series Switches
- Product scope and technical specifications for the Catalyst 9200
- Internal architecture and component configuration
- Front and rear panel interface layouts
- Available switch models and uplink module compatibility
- Power supply configurations, stacking capabilities, and interconnect cables
- Operational features and functional capabilities
Deployment of Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switches
- Product scope and technical specifications for the Catalyst 9300
- Available switch models and uplink module compatibility
- Power supply configurations, stacking capabilities, and interconnect cables
- Upgraded storage architecture options
- Port topology and support for multigabit connectivity
Deployment of Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Switches
- Product scope and technical specifications for the Catalyst 9400
- Modular chassis configurations (4-slot, 7-slot, and 10-slot options)
- Supervisor engine and line card integration
- Power supply units and high-availability mechanisms
- System architecture and uplink redundancy protocols
- Support for multigabit port interfaces
Deployment of Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches
- Product scope and series architecture overview
- Redundant power supply units and modular fan tray configurations
- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tracking features
Introduction to the Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches
- Product scope and series architecture overview
- Supervisor engine and line card integration
- Power supply units and high-availability mechanisms
Strategic Positioning of the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
- Deployment guidelines for the 9200, 9300, 9400, 9500, and 9600 series
- Migration pathways from legacy infrastructure
Network Management Capabilities
- Cisco IOS XE command-line interface (CLI)
- Graphical user interface (GUI) access
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support
- Network programmability and automation tools
- ThousandEyes enterprise agent integration
- Intent-based networking via Cisco DNA Center
- Cisco Prime Infrastructure management
Enhanced Functionality in the Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
- Open IOS XE patchability and software lifecycle management
- Procedures for software upgrade, backup, and restore operations
- Graceful module insertion and removal processes
- Updated licensing structures for government entities
- Cisco DNA software feature sets
Scalability and Performance Metrics
- Stacking bandwidth and uplink capacity
- Multigabit Ethernet technology implementation
- Flexible NetFlow processing and TCAM resource allocation
- Hierarchical Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS) with MPLS access support
- VRF-aware NAT and loop detection guard protocols
- VLAN-based load balancing mechanisms
Security, Quality of Service, and Internet of Things (IoT) Convergence
- Group-based policy enforcement and Cisco TrustSec Security Group Tags (SGT)
- MACsec encryption and FabricSec security protocols
- Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA)
- Cisco Zero Trust architecture and ThousandEyes integration
- Quality of Service (QoS) policies and packet processing logic
- IoT device convergence capabilities
Cloud Integration and Automation Tools
- Cloud hosting connectivity and hybrid network support
- Network telemetry and DevOps toolkit utilities
- NETCONF and YANG data modeling management
- Programmability via Cisco DNA Center
Cisco SD-Access Solution Deployment
- Fundamental principles of Software-Defined Access (SD-Access)
- Operational role of Cisco Catalyst 9000 switches in SD-Access environments
- Cisco DNA Center components and architectural framework
- Automation workflows for SD-Access deployment
- Device onboarding and provisioning through Plug-and-Play (PnP) systems
- Application hosting on Cisco Catalyst 9000 devices using CLI and DNA Center
- Configuration and verification procedures for switch stacks
- Encrypted Traffic Analytics and continuous Power over Ethernet (PoE) monitoring
Conclusion and Recommended Next Steps
Requirements
- Knowledge of network management tools and practices
- Expertise in configuring LAN routing and switching infrastructure
- Familiarity with the Cisco IOS XE operating environment
Target Audience
- Network architects
- Network administrators
- Systems engineers
- IT specialists
Testimonials (3)
The laboratory tool and the knowledge of trainer about network solutions
Michael Angelo Angeleles - Metrobank
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