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Preparing Our Lab for SD-WAN

December 2024 with David Smith

Join David Smith as we learn how to set up a lab environment where we can practice SD-WAN configurations. We're getting first-hand practice with setting up network topologies, creating virtual devices, and deploying SD-WAN nodes.

Recommended Experience

Familiarity with networking concepts like routing protocols, IP addressing, and VPNs
Experience with Cisco IOS XE device configuration
Understanding of virtualization tools and lab environments

Related certifications

CCNP Enterprise

Related Job Functions

Enterprise network engineer
Network architect
SD-WAN engineer

An IT pro for more than two decades, David also brings a wealth of teaching experience to CBT Nuggets, having taught at networking bootcamps.

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Skill Outline

1. Introduction (9:15)
2. Import or Create Node Definitions (11:48)
3. Import or Create Image Definitions (6:19)
4. Deploy SD-WAN Nodes in Topology (4:54)
5. Boot and Verify Image Versions (9:27)
6. Challenge (6:04)

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