Implementing Cisco® Application Centric Infrastructure (DCACI)

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Duration
5 days

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Location

Course Language
English

Training Solutions
Online Live

Dynamic applications and hybrid infrastructures are changing the requirements for data center networks. There is a need for concepts that reduce complexity, automate processes, and combine stability with a high degree of flexibility.

Key topics

  • Basic principles and structure of Cisco ACI architectures.
  • Centralized control through policy-based networks.
  • Automation and orchestration in the data center.
  • Interaction between network, applications, and cloud.
  • Analysis, monitoring, and operation of scalable ACI environments.

Prerequisites
Solid basic knowledge of networks, switching, routing, data center and IP structures.

Target audience
Individuals from IT operations, network design, infrastructure planning, and technical architectures with a focus on Cisco.

Participants will gain a clear understanding of modern, software-defined networks that increase efficiency, enhance reliability, and enable long-term sustainable IT architectures.

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Course content
  • Cisco ACI explanation
  • Cisco ACI Architecture and Infrastructure
  • Cisco ACI Logical Elements
  • Client
  • Learning process Endpoint
  • Basic configuration of the bridge domain button
  • Options for external connectivity in Cisco ACI
  • External Layer 2 network connection
  • VMware vCenter VDS integration
  • Direct solution within VMM
  • Integration of a service appliance without ACI L4-L7 Service Graph
  • Integration of a service appliance via ACI L4-L7 service graph
  • Administration outside the main network
  • Administration within the main network

Frequently asked questions

  • The focus is on the design, implementation, and operation of Cisco ACI in data centers. Architecture, policy models, configuration, and error analysis are covered.
  • Key topics include ACI fabric design, APIC management, policies, endpoint groups, service integration, automation, and operational scenarios.
  • The focus is on implementing real ACI scenarios, configuring policies, secure operation, and analyzing and troubleshooting typical errors.
  • This topic is suitable for network and data center managers who are planning, implementing, or operating Cisco ACI and modernizing existing infrastructures.
  • Experience with Cisco data center technologies, switching, routing, and basic network designs is helpful in order to efficiently classify the content.
  • Automation is a key component. Topics covered include policy-based control, centralized management, and efficient processes in data center operations.
  • Stable, secure, and scalable ACI environments with clear processes.

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