- Lesson 1 - Getting Started with Cisco CCNP ROUTE Training
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In this lesson, we’ll look at what we’ll cover in the course, you’ll meet your instructor, and we’ll discuss the routing system we’ll build throughout the course.
- What We're Building
- About Your Instructor
- About the Course
- Before You Begin
- How to Use the Course
- Lesson 2 - IP Routing Fundamentals Review
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In this lesson, we’ll review the fundamental principles of Internet Protocol routing, consider key technology elements, and examine general principles used throughout the course.
- Routing Theory
- Classful vs. Classless Routing
- Static and Default Routing
- Fundamentals of Dynamic Routing Protocols
- Lesson 3 - CCNP ROUTE Lab Setup
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In this lesson, we’ll take an in-depth look at the Cisco routing environment that we will build in increments throughout the course. When completed, it will represent a fully functional and operational lab similar to an actual production system.
- Lab Topology Overview: Topology
- Lab Topology Overview: Accessing Resources
- Lab Setup Demo
- Lab Topology Overview: Hardware in Use
- Lab Topology Overview: Software in Use
- Outline of Tasks to Be Performed
- Desired End State Configuration
- How the Lab Tasks Map to the Exam Blueprint
- Lesson 4 - EIGRP Planning and Design Process
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In this lesson, we’ll take an in-depth look at the planning, verification, and design steps required to implement EIGRP correctly. This will include exam planning topics as well as practical, real-world considerations.
- Unique Characteristics of EIGRP
- When EIGRP is the Best Design Choice
- EIGRP Planning Methodology
- Implementation Steps
- Transitioning to EIGRP from Another Protocol
- Lesson 5 - EIGRP Fundamentals
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In this lesson, we’ll review the technical details of the EIGRP protocol, including metric calculation processes, neighbor relationships, and operational characteristics. In addition, we will begin the process of device configuration in our lab environment.
- EIGRP Protocol Mechanics
- Tables Used by EIGRP
- EIGRP Metric Calculations
- Configuration of Basic EIGRP Lab Exercises
- EIGRP Lab Configuration Demo
- Verification of EIGRP Process/Operation
- EIGRP Verification Demo
- Lesson 6 - Advanced EIGRP Topics
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In this lesson, we’ll examine more complex features in EIGRP and apply those concepts practically with advanced hands-on lab exercises.
- Neighbor Authentication
- Default Routes
- Default Routes Demo
- Route Summarization
- Route Filtering Functionality
- Unequal Cost Load Balancing
- EIGRP Stub Routing
- Configuration of Advanced EIGRP Lab Exercises
- EIGRP Configuration Demo
- Lesson 7 - EIGRP Troubleshooting
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In this lesson, we’ll thoroughly examine common routing issues with EIGRP and their corresponding solutions, as well as outline a troubleshooting process to enhance success.
- Troubleshooting Model
- Common Issues and Resolution Steps
- Relevant Debug and Show Commands
- Troubleshooting Demo
- Dealing with Cisco TAC
- Lesson 8 - OSPF Planning and Design Process
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In this lesson, we’ll take an in-depth look at the planning, verification, and design steps required to correctly implement the complex OSPF protocol. This will include exam planning topics as well as practical, real-world considerations.
- Unique Characteristics of OSPF
- When OSPF is the Best Design Choice
- OSPF Planning Methodology
- Implementation Steps
- OSPF Commands Demo
- Transitioning to OSPF from Another Protocol
- Lesson 9 - OSPF Fundamentals
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In this lesson, we’ll review the technical details of the OSPF protocol, including metric calculation processes, neighbor relationships, and operational characteristics. In addition, we will begin the process of device configuration in our lab environment.
- OSPF Neighbor Relationships
- OSPF Router Types
- OSPF Packet Types
- Topology Exchange Process
- Tables Used by OSPF
- OSPF Metric Calculations
- Configuration of Basic OSPF Lab Exercises
- OSPF Lab Demo
- Verification of OSPF Process/Operation
- Lesson 10 - Advanced OSPF Topics Part I
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In this lesson, we’ll examine the many more complex features in OSPF and apply those concepts practically with advanced hands-on lab exercises.
- OSPF Authentication
- OSPF Network Types
- OSPF Area Types
- OSPF Area Configuration Demo
- Default Routes
- Lesson 11 - Advanced OSPF Topics Part II
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In this lesson, we’ll thoroughly examine common routing issues with EIGRP and their corresponding solutions, as well as outline a troubleshooting process to enhance success.
- Route Summarization
- Route Filtering Functionality
- Virtual Links
- Configuration of Advanced OSPF Lab Exercises
- Lesson 12 - OSPF Troubleshooting
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In this lesson, we'll take a look at some common OSPF issues that may come up, and ways to alleviate them.
- Troubleshooting Model
- Common Issues and Resolution Steps
- Relevant Debug and Show Commands
- Debug and Show Commands Demo
- Dealing with Cisco TAC
- Lesson 13 - BGP Planning and Design Process
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In this lesson, we’ll take an in-depth look at the planning, verification, and design steps required to correctly implement the BGP exterior routing protocol. This will include exam planning topics as well as practical, real-world considerations.
- Unique Characteristics of BGP
- When BGP is the Best Design Choice
- BGP with Route Server Demo
- BGP Planning Methodology
- Implementation Steps
- Verification Steps
- Transitioning to BGP from Another Protocol
- Lesson 14 - BGP Fundamentals
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In this lesson, we’ll examine the building blocks of the BGP exterior routing protocol, including both internal and external BGP, the path selection process, and mechanics involved. In addition, we will add BGP into the existing lab environment.
- BGP Protocol Mechanics
- External BGP (eBGP)
- Internal BGP (iBGP)
- BGP Demo
- BGP Metric Calculations
- Configuration of Basic BGP Lab Exercises
- Configure BGP Demo
- Verification of BGP Process/Operation
- Verification of BGP Demo
- Lesson 15 - Advanced BGP Topics Part I
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In this lesson, we will build on the foundational elements of BGP and introduce more complex protocol functions, and add those elements to the lab configuration.
- BGP Authentication
- Default Routes
- Route Summarization
- Route Filtering Functionality
- BGP Route Server Demo
- BGP Peer Groups
- Lesson 16 - Advanced BGP Topics Part II
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In this lesson, we will continue to build on the foundational elements of BGP we discussed in the previous lesson and introduce more complex protocol functions, and add those elements to the lab configuration.
- BGP Path Attribute Manipulation
- Configuration of Advanced BGP Lab Exercises
- Advanced BGP Configuration Demo
- Lesson 17 - BGP Troubleshooting
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In this lesson, we will complete the consideration of BGP by examining common issues and their corresponding solutions, including verification processes.
- Troubleshooting Model
- Common Issues and Resolution Steps
- Relevant Debug and Show Commands
- Troubleshooting Commands Demo
- Dealing with Cisco TAC
- Lesson 18 - Route Redistribution Part I
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In this lesson, we will how to effectively share routes between different routing protocols, including EIGRP, OSPF, BGP as well as connected and static routes. In addition, we will consider additional path control mechanisms and configure these in our lab environment.
- Planning and Design for Redistribution
- Configuring Redistribution into EIGRP
- Lesson 19 - Route Redistribution Part II
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In this lesson, we will how to effectively share routes between different routing protocols, including EIGRP, OSPF, BGP as well as connected and static routes. In addition, we will consider additional path control mechanisms and configure these in our lab environment.
- Configuring Redistribution into OSPF/BGP
- Configuring Redistribution Demo
- Verifying and Troubleshooting Redistribution
- Lesson 20 - Policy-Based Routing and IP-SLA
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In this lesson we will learn about, configure, and verify policy-based routing. Then we will learn about IP-SLA and how to configure it.
- Understanding Policy-Based Routing
- Configuring Policy-Based Routing
- Policy-Based Routing Demo
- Verifying Policy-Based Routing
- Understanding and Configuring IP-SLA
- Lesson 21 - IPv6 Routing Part I
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In this lesson, we delve into the new version of the Internet Protocol, namely IP Version 6 (IPV6). Detailed considerations will include protocol specifics, routing protocol configuration, troubleshooting, and transition mechanisms, followed by lab configuration exercises.
- Understanding Why IPv6 was Created
- IPv6 Addressing and Services
- Understanding and Configuring IPv6 Routing
- Verifying IPv6 Demo
- Lesson 22 - IPv6 Routing Part II
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In this lesson, we delve into the new version of the Internet Protocol, namely IP Version 6 (IPV6). Detailed considerations will include protocol specifics, routing protocol configuration, troubleshooting, and transition mechanisms, followed by lab configuration exercises.
- Understanding and Configuring IPv6 Routing
- IPv4 and IPv6 Coexistence Mechanisms
- Configuring IPv6 Lab Exercises
- IPv6 Lab Demo
- Lesson 23 - Enterprise Branch Office Operations
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In this lesson, we will explore the nuances of branch office connectivity, including considerations of centralized operations, Virtual Private Networks, correct design principles, and overall management.
- Branch Office Access Types
- Branch Office Enabling Technologies
- Branch Office Router Demo
- Branch Office Lab Configuration Exercises
- Lesson 24 - Preparing for Your CCNP ROUTE 642-902 Exam
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In this lesson, we will discuss the specifics for successfully completing the CCNP ROUTE 642-902 Exam. This will include final preparation steps, logistics for the day of your exam, as well as Cisco test-taking strategies.
- Final Content/Topic Overview
- About the Test-Taking Environment
- Understanding the Cisco Confidentiality Agreement
- General Test-Taking Tips for Success
- Cisco Test-Taking Strategies
- Lesson 25 - Next Steps
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In this lesson, we’ll wrap up the course by recapping what we’ve covered throughout the course and look at what additional steps you should take in mastering Cisco IP Routing and Switching technologies.