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Troubleshooting Cisco Switched Networks Remote Labs v1.0
This set of lab exercises (lab bundle) contains all the exercises associated with the Troubleshooting and Maintaining Cisco IP Networks (TSHOOT) course. This course focuses on solving problems encountered in LANs and WANs typically found in medium or large networks, using Cisco switches and routers. It provides the learner with in-depth information on techniques for efficient and systematic troubleshooting and network maintenance best practices.
Hands-on lab exercises allow the learner to practice these troubleshooting techniques, to acquire the skills necessary to solve connectivity problems in complex IP networks, and further internalise the knowledge gained in TSHOOT course.
Upon completing this course, the learner will be able to select and implement the appropriate Cisco IOSŪ services required to maintain a scalable network. TSHOOT is part of the recommended learning path for students seeking the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification.
Content
This set of lab exercises contains the following exercises:
Objectives
Upon finishing this set of exercises, you will be able to:
Identify the minimal documentation that is needed for you to troubleshoot effectively
- Evaluate troubleshooting methods, communication, and planning
- Distribute troubleshooting tasks among team members based on assigned responsibilities
- Document the physical topology to support future troubleshooting tasks
- Document the logical topology to support future troubleshooting tasks
- Diagnose and resolve Layer 2 connectivity problems
- Diagnose and resolve spanning-tree problems
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to SVIs and multilayer switching
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to FHRPs such as HSRP and GLBP
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to network layer connectivity
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to the EIGRP routing protocol
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to the OSPF routing protocol
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to route redistribution
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to the BGP exterior gateway protocol
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to router performance
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to router and switch access
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to packet filtering using access lists
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to switch-based Cisco IOS security features
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to router-based Cisco IOS security features
- Document troubleshooting progress, configuration changes, and problem resolution
Importance
This lab bundle teaches essential skills required for troubleshooting and maintaining complex IP networks. It is therefore highly recommended to all students seeking experience in the technologies and practices covered in the TSHOOT course. The lab bundle is also recommended to students who have attended the TSHOOT course in the past and would like to improve or refresh their troubleshooting skills.
Target Audience
Network administrators and engineers facing everyday tasks of maintaining and operating complex IP network environments.
Prerequisite Knowledge
Students should possess troubleshooting skills in addition to understanding advanced routing and switching in IP networks to successfully complete these exercises. This knowledge is best gained by attending Troubleshooting and Maintaining Cisco IP Networks (TSHOOT) course. In case student is not familiar enough with routing and switching, Implementing Cisco IP Routing (ROUTE) and Implementing Cisco Switched Networks (SWITCH) courses are recommended.