This module covers the architecture, components and operation of routers and switches in networks. Participants learn how to virtually segment VLANs, how to route between them and basic switch security settings. They learn about WLAN concepts and how to set them up. Learn the basic principles of routing and how to set up static and default routes in IP networks. They know how to protect a company’s LAN.
Content
- the basics of home LANs,
- learn about the characteristics of network switches and how they are managed,
- virtual LAN sharing – VLAN,
- principles of communication and routing between different VLAN segments,
- STP protocol operation to prevent loops in LANs,
- the basics of combining physical connections into virtual ones using Etherchannel,
- implementation of DHCP versions 4 and 6,
- Configuring redundancy protocols in case of FHRP failure,
- security mechanisms in LANs,
- PortSecurity, DAI, DHCP snooping security implementations,
- WLAN concepts,
- WLAN configuration,
- the basics of packet routing and routing operations,
- routing using default and static routes.
Learning objectives
After training, you will:
- know the types of switches and how to fit them correctly into the hierarchical architecture of the underlay network,
- understand how advanced technologies and security work in LAN segments,
- know how to set up, test and maintain VLANs
- know the concepts of inter-VLAN routing,
- master the concepts of network failures and the operation of FHRP,
- understand the workings and benefits of the STP protocol for preventing network loops,
- know how to set up and troubleshoot STP,
- understand the workings and benefits of link aggregation,
- know how to set up and troubleshoot WLAN
- know how to properly secure your company’s LAN,
- understand how the DHCP protocol works in IPv4 and IPv6 networks,
- know how to configure static routing and default routes.
Target group
- network and/or system administrators and operators,
- network and service planners,
- technical support and customer service assistants,
- technical sales and product marketing assistants,
- anyone planning a career in ICT.