CONNECTING, MONITORING AND TROUBLESHOOTING CISCO® NETWORK DEVICES

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In this session, you´ll gain a firm grounding in the key concepts you must know in order to build and manage Cisco® network device networks. You´ll start off by learning the role each network device plays in an interconnected network and how to determine when to use each one. We´ll then take a look at network protocols and show you why some protocols can be routed and others can´t. Plus you´ll discover all the layers of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model and how this model makes working with networks a lot easier. You´ll also learn ...
This detailed session walks you through the information you need to confidently deal with the world´s most widely used protocol: TCP/IP. Not only will you gain a clear understanding of how to assign IP network addresses, configure subnet masks and more, but you´ll also discover the 4 layers that make up the TCP/IP protocol and how they correspond to the layers in the OSI model. You´ll also learn ...
In this session, you´ll discover the basic operations and key concepts of Cisco´s IOS® (Internetwork Operating System) software. Then you´ll jump into hardware with a quick tour of the primary components of routers and switches. You´ll find out exactly what happens when you start a switch or a router, and you´ll learn some troubleshooting techniques that you can use to quickly ensure your hardware is functioning properly. You´ll also find out ...
Does this scenario sound familiar? A network support person gets a switch for the company´s network ... plugs it in ... connects the network cable to it ... and expects it to work. Typical? Yes. Effective? No. This practice usually results in the switch becoming a very high-priced hub. In this session, we´ll show you how to properly configure your Cisco switch to achieve maximum network throughput and walk you through the process step by step ... starting with uncovering basic layer 2 switching technologies and finding out what´s behind the address learning function. You´ll also learn ...
In this session, you´ll learn about the very latest techniques for managing your interconnected networks, including how to document your network and get information about neighboring network devices. You´ll also discover ...
In this session, you´ll learn how routers move IP traffic from one network to another. You´ll discover what protocols must be enabled to begin routing IP traffic and how to properly configure them. Then we´ll take a look at some of the most widely used routing protocols, such as RIP (Routing Internet Protocol) and IGRP (Interior Gateway Routing Protocol) ... demonstrate how to set up static routes ... and show you how to configure a Cisco router to do dynamic routing. You´ll also find out how routers learn routes dynamically by using distance vector, link-state and hybrid routing protocols. Plus you´ll discover ...
Managing traffic across your network is critical when it comes to achieving maximum efficiency and smooth operation. In this session, you´ll find out the most effective ways to manage your network traffic to avoid the delays that plague most interconnected networks. You´ll get practical, detailed guidelines for such things as eliminating unwanted traffic ... restricting inbound and outbound traffic ... and enhancing security. You´ll also discover ...
In this session, you´ll learn about traffic prioritization—an essential aspect of network traffic management. You´ll quickly learn how to set a queuing policy to help you meet the challenges of providing an appropriate level of service for all users ... and find out how to use this feature to keep a lid on soaring WAN costs. You´ll also learn ...
You´ll begin this session by getting solidly grounded in the different types of components used in WANs. Then you´ll learn how a CSU/DSU functions and how it´s connected to a router and to a leased line ... find out about various types of data services that are offered by local carriers ... and discover why the type of router you purchase depends on the type of data service you order. You´ll also learn ...
On the surface, ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) connections seem fairly simple to establish—in reality, however, they require a fairly sophisticated level of configuration and often fail due to network personnel´s inadequate understanding of basic ISDN principles. Not only will this session show you exactly what you´ll need to set up an ISDN connection to a central router or remote site, but you´ll learn what SPIDs are and how to correctly configure them on a Cisco router. You´ll also learn ...
If you think establishing a frame relay connection can be very confusing, you´re not alone—but since frame relay has become one of the most popular WAN protocols, it´s vital that network administrators be up to speed on the subject. In this powerful session, you´ll get all your questions answered and learn everything you need to know about establishing, monitoring and troubleshooting a frame relay connection. You´ll also find out about ...
The practice of interconnecting dissimilar networks has become commonplace, making bridging an essential technique for network personnel to master. In this session, you´ll discover the ins and outs of using your Cisco® router as a bridge and learn why the limitations of certain protocols may make using this feature a necessity. You´ll also find out about the various bridging types ... learn when to use each of them ... discover which bridging options Cisco routers support ... and much more. Plus you´ll learn ...