Implementing Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches Training Course

Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches for Government

• Overview of the Cisco Catalyst 9000 series
• Core architecture and features
• Packet walk with ASIC technology
• Cisco open IOS XE operating system
• The role of Cisco Catalyst 9000 in the Cisco DNA Architecture for government
• Cisco Catalyst 9000 series licensing options for government

Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series Switches for Government

• Product overview of the Cisco Catalyst 9200 series
• Architecture and components
• Front and rear panels of the Cisco Catalyst 9200 series
• Switch models and uplink modules
• Power supplies, stacking capabilities, and stack cables
• Features and capabilities for government applications

Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switches for Government

• Product overview of the Cisco Catalyst 9300 series
• Switch models and uplink modules
• Power supplies, stacking capabilities, and stack cables
• Enhanced storage options for government environments
• Port layouts and multigigabit ports for enhanced connectivity

Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Switches for Government

• Product overview of the Cisco Catalyst 9400 series
• Modular switch chassis options (4-slot, 7-slot, 10-slot)
• Supervisor and line card configurations
• Power supplies and high-availability features for government networks
• Architecture and uplink redundancy for robust performance
• Multigigabit ports for advanced connectivity solutions

Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches for Government

• Product overview and series architecture
• Redundant power supply and modular fans for reliability
• RFID features for enhanced asset management

Introducing Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches for Government

• Product overview and series architecture
• Supervisor and line card configurations
• Power supplies and high-availability features for government networks

Positioning Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches for Government

• Strategic positioning of the 9200, 9300, 9400, 9500, and 9600 series for government networks
• Migration paths for seamless integration into existing government infrastructure

Management Capabilities for Government Networks

• Cisco IOS XE command-line interface (CLI)
• Web user interface (GUI) for intuitive management
• Simple network management protocol (SNMP) support
• Network programmability features for automation
• ThousandEyes enterprise agent for enhanced visibility
• Intent-based networking with the Cisco DNA Center for government
• Cisco Prime infrastructure for comprehensive network management

New Features on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches for Government

• Open IOS XE patchability and software management for government networks
• Software upgrades, backup, and restore processes for seamless maintenance
• Graceful insertion and removal capabilities for minimal disruption
• New licensing structure to support evolving government needs
• Cisco DNA software capabilities for advanced network management

Scale and Performance Features for Government Networks

• Bandwidth per stack and uplinks for high-performance networking
• Multigigabit technology for enhanced connectivity
• Flexible NetFlow and TCAM resources for efficient data handling
• Hierarchical VPLS with MPLS access for scalable solutions
• VRF aware NAT and loop detection guard for secure network operations
• VLAN load balancing for optimized performance

Security, QoS, and IoT Convergence Features for Government Networks

• Group-based policy and Cisco TrustSec SGT for enhanced security
• MACsec encryption and FabricSec encryption for data protection
• Encrypted traffic analytics for threat detection
• Cisco zero trust and ThousandEyes integration for comprehensive security
• QoS features and packet walk for optimized network performance
• IoT convergence features to support government IoT initiatives

Cloud and Automation Features for Government Networks

• Cloud hosting and connectivity options for government applications
• Telemetry and DevOps toolkit for continuous monitoring and development
• NETCONF and YANG management for standardized network configuration
• Cisco DNA Center programmability for automated workflows

Cisco SD-Access Solution for Government Networks

• Fundamentals of the Cisco SD-Access solution for government
• The role of Cisco Catalyst 9000 in the SD-Access architecture for government networks
• Cisco DNA Center components and architecture for government deployments
• Automation workflow for SD-Access to streamline operations
• Device onboarding and provisioning with PnP labs for efficient deployment
• Application hosting on Cisco Catalyst 9000 using CLI and DNA Center for government applications
• Configuring and verifying a switch stack for optimal performance in government networks
• Encrypted traffic analytics and perpetual PoE for enhanced security and power efficiency

Summary and Next Steps for Government Networks