DAY 1
1. Concept of Networking
Identifying Characteristics of a Network
- Servers, Workstations, and Hosts
- WANs, LANs, and MANs
- Types of Networks
- Internet, Intranet, and Extranet
Identifying Network Topologies
- Bus Topologies
- Star Topologies
- Mesh Topologies
- Ring Topologies
- Hybrid Topologies
- Wireless Topologies
- Point-to-Point and Multipoint
- Segments and Backbones
Network Media and Connectors
- Coaxial Cable
- Twisted-Pair Cable
- Fiber Optic Cable
- Connector Types
Access Methods
- CSMA/CD
- CSMA/CA
- Token Passing
2. Networking Devices
Network Interface Cards
- Transceivers
- MAC Address
- Determining your Local Machine MAC Address
- Troubleshooting Network Cards
Hubs, MAUs, and Repeaters
- Hubs
- Multistation Access Units
- Repeaters
Gateways and Security Devices
- Gateways
- Firewalls
- Intrusion Detection Systems
Other Networking Devices
- Wireless Access Points
- CSU/DSU
- ISDN
DAY 2
3. ISO and TCPIP Model in Network
OSI Layers
TCP/IP Protocol Suite
- The TCP/IP Model
- Application-Layer Protocols
TCP/IP Addressing
- Understanding Binary
- Address Classes
- Loopback Address
- Private Addresses
- Addressing Schemes
TCP/IP Configuration Concepts
- Manual Configuration
- DHCP
- APIPA
- DNS
DAY 3
5. Routing Fundamentals
Routing Introduction
- Types of Routes
- Autonomous Systems
- Administrative Distance
Dynamic Routing Protocols
- Routing Metrics
- Distance Vector Protocols
- Link-State Protocols
- Hybrid Protocols
Distance Vector Protocols Problems & Solutions
- Problem: Convergence
- Problem: Routing Loops
Router Booting Process
Router Initial Configuration
Static Routes
- Static Route Configuration
- Static Route Verification & Troubleshooting
- Show Commands
Default Route Configuration
Basic IP and Routing Troubleshooting
RIP
- RIP Operations
- RIP Configuration
- RIP Verification & Troubleshooting
- RIP Show Commands
Configuring RIPv2
DAY 4
6. Configure, Verify and Troubleshoot, OSPF and EIGRP
OSPF Overview
- Hierarchical Design Areas
- Metric Structure
OSPF Operations
- Router Identities
- Finding Neighbors
- Designated and Backup Designated Routers
- Sharing Routing Information
OSPF Configuration
- Loopback Interface
- Default Route Propagation
- OSPF Metrics Values
- OSPF Authentication
EIGRP Overview
- Metrics and Interpretability
- Routing Tables and Updates
EIGRP Operation
- Building Neighbors Relationships
- Choosing the Routes
DAY 5
7. Types of ACLs, Configuring and Applying ACLs
ACL Overview
- Definitions
- Types
- Processing
Basic ACL Configuration
- Creating an ACL
- Matching on Address: Wildcard Mask
- Activating an ACL
ACL Types
- Standard Number ACLs
- Configuration Standards
Numbered ACLs
Extended Numbered ACLs
Named ACLs
8. Implementing Basic Router Security
Setting up Console Password
Setting up Enable Password
Setting up Telnet Password
Setting up Auxiliary Password
DAY 6
9. Switching Fundamentals
Switch booting process
Basic Switch Configuration
- IP Addresses and Default Gateway
Basic Switch Operation and Verification
- MAC Address Table
- Static MAC Address
STP
- Bridge Protocol Data Unit
- Root Switch
- Root Port
- Designated Port
- Port States
- Layer 2 Convergence
Named ACLs
10. Configure, Verify and Troubleshoot VLANs and VTPs
VLAN Overview
- VLAN and Traffic Types
- VLAN Membership
VLAN Connections
- Access-Link Connections
Trunk Connections
VLAN Configuration
Configuring Trunks
VLAN Trunk Protocol
- VTP Modes
- VTP Messages
- VTP Pruning
Port Security Features
- Port Security Configuration
- Port Security Verification
VTP Configuration
Basic Troubleshooting of VLANs and Trunks
DAY 6
11. Basic operation of NAT, Configure NAT
Address Translation Overview
Running Out of address
Private Address
Address Translation
Address Translation Types
- Terms and Definitions
- Network Address Translation
- Port Address Translation
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Address Translation
Address Translation Configuration
12. Verify Device Configuration and Network Connectivity
13. IP Traffic Management
14. Standards used in Wireless Media
Wireless LAN Technologies
Narrowband, Broadband, and Packet Data Solutions
CSMA/CA
Radio Frequency Transmission Factors
WLAN Standards
- RF Bands
- 802.11 Standards
15. PPP Connections
Point-to-Point
- PPP Components
- Configuring PPP
- Troubleshooting PPP
- PPP Authentication
16. Frame Relay Connections
Virtual Circuits
- Fully meshed Design
- Advantages of VCs
- Types of VCs
- Supported Serial Connections
Frame Relay Terms
- LMI
- DLCIs
- VC Data Rates
- Congestion Contro
Frame Relay Configuration
- Encapsulation Configuration
- LMI Configuration
17. Basic of VPN Technology
