Course Outline
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
- Overview of the Cisco Catalyst 9000 series
- Core architecture and key features
- Packet processing flow with ASIC
- Cisco open IOS XE platform
- The role of Cisco Catalyst 9000 in the Cisco DNA Architecture
- Licensing models for the Cisco Catalyst 9000 series
Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series Switches
- Product overview for the Cisco Catalyst 9200
- Internal architecture and components
- Front and rear panel layout for the Cisco Catalyst 9200 series
- Available switch models and uplink modules
- Power supplies, stacking options, and stack cables
- Key features and capabilities
Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switches
- Product overview for the Cisco Catalyst 9300
- Switch models and uplink module options
- Power supplies, stacking, and inter-stack cabling
- Advanced storage configurations
- Port layouts and Multigigabit connectivity
Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Switches
- Product overview for the Cisco Catalyst 9400
- Modular chassis options (4-slot, 7-slot, 10-slot)
- Supervisor engines and line cards
- Power supply redundancy and high-availability mechanisms
- Architectural design and uplink redundancy
- Multigigabit port implementations
Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches
- Product overview and series architecture
- Redundant power systems and modular fan assemblies
- RFID integrated features
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches
- Product overview and series architecture
- Supervisor engines and line card specifications
- Power supply units and high-availability features
Strategic Positioning of Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
- Comparative positioning of the 9200, 9300, 9400, 9500, and 9600 series
- Upgrade and migration pathways
Management Capabilities
- Cisco IOS XE command-line interface
- Web-based user interface
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
- Network programmability features
- ThousandEyes enterprise agent
- Intent-based networking via Cisco DNA Center
- Cisco Prime Infrastructure
Innovative Features in Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series Switches
- Open IOS XE patching and software lifecycle management
- Software upgrades, backup, and restoration procedures
- Graceful insertion and removal of components
- Updated licensing structure
- Cisco DNA software functionalities
Scalability and Performance Characteristics
- Bandwidth capacity per stack and uplink
- Multigigabit technology standards
- Flexible NetFlow and TCAM resource management
- Hierarchical VPLS with MPLS access
- VRF-aware NAT and loop detection guards
- VLAN load balancing techniques
Security, QoS, and IoT Convergence Capabilities
- Group-based policy enforcement and Cisco TrustSec SGT
- MACsec and FabricSec encryption standards
- Encrypted traffic analytics
- Cisco Zero Trust and ThousandEyes integration
- QoS mechanisms and packet processing flow
- IoT convergence features
Cloud Integration and Automation Features
- Cloud hosting strategies and connectivity
- Telemetry systems and DevOps toolkits
- NETCONF and YANG management protocols
- Cisco DNA Center programmability
Cisco SD-Access Solution
- Fundamentals of the SD-Access solution
- The role of Cisco Catalyst 9000 in SD-Access deployments
- Components and architecture of Cisco DNA Center
- Automation workflows for SD-Access
- Device onboarding and provisioning using PnP labs
- Application hosting on Cisco Catalyst 9000 via CLI and DNA Center
- Configuration and verification of switch stacks
- Encrypted traffic analytics and Perpetual PoE
Conclusion and Recommended Next Steps
Requirements
- Working knowledge of network management software
- Competence in configuring LAN routing and switching
- Familiarity with the Cisco IOS XE operating system
Target Audience
- Network designers
- Network managers
- System engineers
- IT specialists
Testimonials (3)
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Michael Angelo Angeleles - Metrobank
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