This comprehensive course is designed to prepare IT professionals, network engineers, and technology enthusiasts for the 700-020 Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking Exam. Participants will gain foundational knowledge of Cisco data center networking concepts, technologies, and best practices essential for modern data center environments.

Key Learning Outcomes:

Data Center Networking Architecture: Understand the architecture and components that make up a Cisco data center network, including virtualization, storage networking, and compute resources.

Cisco Data Center Solutions: Explore key Cisco technologies such as Nexus switches, Unified Computing System (UCS), and Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), and learn how they support efficient data center operations.

Networking Fundamentals: Learn the basic networking principles relevant to data center environments, including Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, VLANs, and routing protocols.

Management and Automation Tools: Discover the management solutions for Cisco data center networks, including Cisco DNA Center, and learn about automation techniques to streamline operations.

Security Best Practices: Gain insights into security considerations and best practices for protecting data center networks, including segmentation, access control, and policy enforcement.

Course Structure:

Module 1: Introduction to Data Center Networking Concepts

Module 2: Overview of Cisco Data Center Technologies

Module 3: Networking Fundamentals for Data Centers

Module 4: Management and Automation in Data Centers

Module 5: Security Best Practices for Data Center Networks

Target Audience:

This course is ideal for IT professionals, network engineers, and individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of Cisco data center networking and prepare for the exam.

Format:

The course includes a combination of interactive lectures, hands-on labs, quizzes, and real-world scenarios to ensure comprehensive preparation for the 700-020 exam.