CISCO Software-Defined Access (SDA)

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Course Objectives

By the end of this training, you will be able to:

  • Describe Cisco SD-Access Architecture and Its Components

  • Explain Catalyst Center Deployment Models, Scaling, and High Availability

  • Identify Cisco SD-Access Fabric Protocols and Node Roles

  • Understand Cisco SD-Access Wireless Deployment Models

  • Automate Day 0 Device Onboarding with Catalyst Center LAN Automation and Network PnP

  • Deploy Simple Cisco SD-Access Fabric Networks

  • Monitor Health and Performance of the Network with Catalyst Center Assurance

  • Interact with Catalyst Center Platform Intent APIs

Course Outline

  • Describe Cisco SD-Access Architecture and Its Components:
    Understand the foundational elements of Cisco SD-Access, including its architecture and essential components.

  • Explain Catalyst Center Deployment Models, Scaling, and High Availability:
    Gain insights into various deployment models, scaling strategies, and high availability configurations for Catalyst Center.

  • Identify Cisco SD-Access Fabric Protocols and Node Roles:
    Learn about the specific protocols used within the SD-Access fabric and the roles of different nodes.

  • Understand Cisco SD-Access Wireless Deployment Models:
    Explore the various deployment models for integrating wireless networks within the SD-Access framework.

  • Automate Day 0 Device Onboarding with Catalyst Center LAN Automation and Network PnP:
    Discover how to streamline the initial device onboarding process using LAN Automation and Network Plug and Play (PnP).

  • Deploy Simple Cisco SD-Access Fabric Networks:
    Acquire the skills to set up and deploy straightforward SD-Access fabric networks.

  • Monitor Health and Performance of the Network with Catalyst Center Assurance:
    Learn to use Catalyst Center Assurance to keep tabs on network health and performance effectively.

  • Interact with Catalyst Center Platform Intent APIs:
    Gain hands-on experience with the Catalyst Center Platform Intent APIs for advanced network management and automation.

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