Mark Talic -CCSI, CCIE, CCNP, CCNA, CCSE, CWNA
Mark is Certified Cisco Systems Instructor. He has extensive experience in the the implementation, analysis, optimization, and troubleshooting in all aspects of Cisco LAN and WAN networks, servers, and and has highly-skilled in raw network technologies. His industry exposure includes ISP, information technology, manufacturing, and law firms. Mark is also a expert Security Instructor. He has taught Cisco PIX, Developed Hack/Defense Course, Checkpoint FW-1/NG course curriculums. Some of his clients include Motorola, Alcoa, City of Chicago, University of Chicago and Service Merchandise.
Kenneth Mayer, CCSI, MCT, CCNT, CCNP, CCDA
Ken started his career in computer technology in 1980s. He has offered a wide variety of IT training and high level consulting projects for Fortune 500 companies across the United States and Western Europe. He has achieved the Certified Cisco Systems Instructor certification. The CCSI certification involved a two-day lab and observation event held on Cisco in Paris, France Facility. This gave Ken the accreditation to be able to deliver Cisco Authorized Courses as a CCSI. He has taught the full line of Cisco CCNA, CCDA, CCNP, CCDP and CCIP course curriculums, including Cisco's security appliances such as PIX and IDS. Ken is also a Microsoft Certified Trainer and a Certified Ethical Hacker (EC Council) certified trainer and consultant.
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Module 1
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Campus Network
1.3 Emerging Campus Network Technologies
1.4 Switching Technologies
1.5 The Hierarchical Model
1.6 Building Block Approach
1.7 Review
Module 2
2.1 Overview
2.2 Connecting the Switch Block
2.3 Cable Media Types
2.4 Lab - Enable and Hostname Commands
2.5 Lab - Configuring Remote Accessibility
2.6 Lab - Port and Speed Settings
2.7 Lab - Overview
2.8 Review
Module 3
1.1 VLANs
1.2 Boundaries
1.3 Memberships
1.4 VLAN Identification
1.5 Lab VLAN Creation and Configuration
1.6 VLAN Trunk Links
1.7 VLAN Trunk Configuration
1.8 VLAN Trunk Protocols
1.9 Lab - VTB Configuration
1.10 Lab - Overview
Module 4
1.1 Tranparent Bridging
1.2 Switching
1.3 STP Components
Module 5
1.1 Inter VLAN Routing
1.2 Lab - Configuration
1.3 Lab Review
1.4 EtherChannel
1.5 Lab - Trimmers and Etherchannel
1.6 Port Fast and Uplink Fast
Module 6
1.1 Issues and Solutions
1.2 Lab - Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing
Module 7
1.1 Multi Layer Switching Fundamentals
1.2 Review
Module 8
1.1 Introduction to Multicasting
1.2 Addresses in Multicast Network
1.3 IGMP
1.4 CGMP Protocol
1.5 Routing Multicast Traffic
1.6 Shared Distribution Tree
1.7 Managing the Scope Delivery
1.8 Multicast Protocols
Module 9
1.1 Quality of Service
1.2 Lab QOS
1.3 HSRP Hot Standby Routing Protocol
1.4 HSRP Required Features
1.5 Lab - HSRP
Module 10 - Implementing Spanning Tree
Describing the STP
Transparent Bridging
What Is a Bridge Loop?
Preventing Bridge Loops
802.1D STP
Bridge Protocol Data Unit
The STP Root Bridge
Root Bridge Selection Criteria
Extended System ID in Bridge ID Field
802.1D 16-bit Bridge Priority Field Using the Extended System ID
Configuring the Root Bridge
Root Bridge Selection
Spanning Tree Operation
Spanning Tree Port States
Local Switch Root Port Election
Spanning Tree Path Cost
Spanning Tree Protocol Root Port Selection
STP Designated Port Selection
Example: Layer 2 Topology Negotiation
Enhancements to STP
Describing PortFast
Configuring PortFast
IEEE Documents
Section 1 Review
Implementing RSTP
Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol
RSTP Port Roles
What Are Edge Ports?
RSTP Link Types
RSTP BPDU Flag Byte Use
RSTP Proposal and Agreement Process
Downstream RSTP Proposal and Agreement
RSTP Topology Change Mechanism
PVRST Implementation Commands
How to Implement Rapid PVRST
Verifying PVRST
Section 2 Review
Implementing MSTP
Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol
MST Regions
Extended System ID in Bridge ID Field
Interacting Between MST Regions and 802.1D
Configuring MSTP
Verifying MSTP
Section 3 Review
Configuring Link Aggregation with EtherChannel
EtherChannel
Dynamic Trunk Negotiation Protocols
EtherChannel Configuration Commands
Configuring Layer 2 EtherChannel
Configuring Layer 3 EtherChannel
Verifying EtherChannel
Guidelines for Configuring EtherChannel
EtherChannel Guidelines
EtherChannel Load Balancing
Configuring EtherChannel Load Balancing
Section 4 Review
Module 11 - Wireless LANs
Introducing WLANs
Wireless Data Technologies
Wireless LAN (WLAN)
WLAN Evolution
What Are WLANs?
Similarities Between WLAN & LAN
Differences Between WLAN & LAN
Section 1 Review
Describing WLAN Topologies
WLAN Topologies
WLAN and LAN
Service Set Identifier (SSID)
WLAN Access Topology
Wireless Repeater Topology
Workgroup Bridge Topology
Alternative Peer-to-Peer Topology
Service Sets and Modes
Roaming Through Wireless Cells
Client Roaming
Layer 2 vs. Layer 3 Roaming
Wireless VLAN Support
Enterprise Voice Architecture
Wireless Mesh Networking
Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol (AWP)
Wireless Mesh Networking
Key Market Segments for Outdoor Wireless
Section 2 Review
Explaining WLAN Technology and Standards
Unlicensed Frequency Bands
Radio Frequency Transmission
WLAN Regulation and Standardization
802.11b Standard
2.4-GHz Channels
2.4-GHz Channel Use
802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Channel Reuse
802.11b Access Point Coverage
802.11a Standard
802.11g Standard
802.11g Protection Mechanism
802.11 RF Comparison
802.11 Standards Comparison
Range Comparisons
Ratified IEEE 802.11 Standards
Worldwide Availability
General Office WLAN Design
Why WLAN Security?
WLAN Security Threats
Mitigating the Threats
Evolution of WLAN Security
Wireless Client Association
WPA and WPA2 Authentication
WPA and WPA2 Encryption
WLAN Security Summary
Security Evaluation
Section 3 Review
Configuring Cisco WLAN Clients
Cisco 802.11a/b/g WLAN Client Adapters
Client Adapter Installation Wizard
Cisco ADU Installation
Install Cisco Aironet Site Survey Utility
Choose Configuration Tool
ADU Main Screen
Advanced Status Information
ADU: Main Profile Screen
ADU: General Settings
ADU: Security Settings
ADU: Advanced Settings
ADU Diagnostics: Advanced Statistics
ADU Diagnostics: Adapter Information
ADU Troubleshooting
Cisco Aironet System Tray Icon
Cisco Aironet Site Survey Utility
Windows XP WLAN Configuration
Comparison of Windows XP and Cisco ADU
Aironet Client Administration Utility (ACAU)
Aironet Configuration Administration Utility
Cisco Wireless IP Phone
Cisco Compatible Extensions
Cisco Compatible Extensions Features
Cisco Compatible Extensions Program
Section 4 Review
Implementing WLANs
Cisco WLAN Implementation
Autonomous WLAN Solution
Lightweight WLAN Solution
Lightweight Access Point Protocol
LWAPP
Association of Access Point to WLAN Controller
Cisco Aironet WLCs
Comparison of the WLAN Configuration
WLAN Components
Cisco Unified Wireless Network
Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
PoE Delivery
Midspan Power Injection
Power-Sourcing Equipment
PoE Switch
PoE Switch Port Status
Antenna Concepts
Antenna Theory
Omnidirectional Antenna: Dipole
Directional Antenna
Connectorized 5-GHz Antennas
Cisco Access Point/Bridge Antennas
Multipath Distortion
Section 5 Review
Configuring WLANs
Autonomous Access Point Configuration
Autonomous Access Point IP Address
Role of Autonomous Acess Points in a Radio Network
Access Point Homepage
Express Setup
Lightweight WLAN Controller Configuration
Lightweight WLAN Controller Interfaces
WLAN Controller Boot Menu
CLI Wizard Configuration Tool
WLAN Controller CLI Commands
Section 6 Review
Module 12 - Configuring Campus Switches to Support Voice
Planning for Implementation of Voice in a Campus Network
Benefits of a Converged Network
Describing VoIP Network Components
Characteristics of Voice and Data
Describing VoIP Call Flow
Auxiliary VLANs
QoS Basics
High Availability for VoIP
Power Requirements in Support of VoIP
Section 1 Review
"Accommodating Voice Traffic on
Campus Switches"
QoS and Voice Traffic in the Campus Model
LAN-Based Classification and Marking
Layer 2 Marking: 802.1p, CoS
Layer 3 Marking: IP Precedence, DSCP
Classification Tools: Trust Boundaries
Configuring a Switch for Attachment of a Cisco IP Phone
Switch Commands to Support Attachment of a Cisco IP Phone
Configuration Example
Cisco AutoQoS
Configuring Cisco AutoQoS
Configuring Cisco AutoQoS: Cisco Catalyst OS
Configuring Cisco AutoQoS: Native OS
Monitoring Cisco AutoQoS
Automation with Cisco AutoQoS
Section 2 Review
Module 13 - Minimizing Service Loss and Data Theft in a Campus Network
Understanding Switch Security Issues
Overview of Switch Security
Rogue Access Points
Switch Attack Categories
MAC Flooding Attack
Port Security
Configuring Port Security on a Switch
Verifying Port Security
Port Security with Sticky MAC Addresses
AAA Network Configuration
Authentication Methods
802.1x Port-Based Authentication
Configuring 802.1x
Section 1 Review
Protecting Against VLAN Attacks
Explaining VLAN Hopping
VLAN Hopping with Double Tagging
Mitigating VLAN Hopping
Types of ACLs
Configuring VACLs
Private VLANS
PVLAN Port Types
Configuring PVLANs
Configuring PVLAN Ports
Section 2 Review
Protecting Against Spoof Attacks
DHCP Spoof Attacks
DHCP Snooping
Securing Against DHCP Snooping Attacks
Verifying DHCP Snooping
IP Source Guardv
Configuring IP Source Guard on a Switch
ARP Spoofing
Dynamic ARP Inspectionv
Configuring DAI
Protection from ARP Spoofing
Section 3 Review
Describing STP Security Mechanisms
Protecting the Operation of STP
Enabling & Verifying BPDU Guard
Describing BPDU Filtering
Describing Root Guard
Describing Root Guard Configuration Commands
Verifying Root Guard
Section 4 Review
Preventing STP Forwarding Loops
Unidirectional Link Failure
Loop Guard
Before Loop Guard
With Loop Guard
UDLD and Loop Guard Configuration Commands
Configuring UDLD
Resetting and Verifying UDLD
Configuring Loop Guard
Comparing Loop Guard and UDLD
Section 5 Review
Securing Network Switches
Describing Vulnerabilities in CDP
Describing Vulnerabilities in the Telnet Protocol
Describing the Secure Shell Protocol
Describing vty ACLs
Describing Commands to Apply ACLs
Best Practices: Switch Security
Section 6 Review
Course Closure
