Back to Search Results

Training Course Summary:

Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN) v2.1 is recommended training for individuals seeking certification as Cisco CCNP ? . This course enables learners to use appropriate technologies to build scalable multilayer switched networks, to create and deploy a global intranet, and to implement basic troubleshooting techniques in environments that use Cisco multilayer switches for client hosts and services. This course also enables learners to improve traffic flow, reliability, redundancy, and performance for LAN switching that is self-supported or transported via a service provider. The purpose of this course is to enable a learner to achieve a mid-career professional-level competency.

Pre-Requisites:

The knowledge and skills a learner must have before attending this course include:


Basic router configuration
Basic switch configuration
Basic virtual local area network (VLAN) configuration
Basic Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) configuration
Basic trunking configuration
Standard access list configuration
Standard access list configuration
Note: The prerequisite topics are covered in the Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND) v2.1 course. It is recommended that a student achieve Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) prior to taking this course.

Who Should Attend:

System Engineers
Account Managers
Channel Partner/Reseller
Customers
The primary audiences for Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks are:


Network administrators and technicians who are responsible for implementing or troubleshooting a multilayer switched network in an enterprise environment.
CCNP and CCDP candidates
CCIE routing/switching candidates

Training Course Overview/Content:

The following topics are covered in the BCMSN course:

Module 1: Course Introduction

Module 2: Configuring VLANs and VTP

Module 3: Implementing Spanning-Tree Protocol

Module 4: Enhancing Spanning Tree Protocol

Module 5: Implementing Multilayer Switching in the Network

Module 6: Improving Availability on Multilayer Switched Networks

Module 7: Examining Cisco AVVID Services and Applications

Module 8: Implementing QoS in Multilayer Switched Networks

Module 9: Optimizing and Securing Multilayer Switched Networks

Module 10: Understanding Metro Ethernet

Qualifications:

Exam 640-504