Hands on Cisco Labs: Switching Fundamentals

Master Switching Concepts with Practical Real-World Labs Using Cisco Modeling Labs

Unlock the full potential of Cisco Labs in this hands-on course, Hands-On Cisco Labs: Switching Fundamentals. Whether you’re new to networking or looking to sharpen your skills, this course will immerse you in practical, real-world switching configurations and concepts using one of the most powerful tools available.

What you’ll learn

  • How to set up and configure network switches using Cisco Modeling Labs (CML)..
  • The key differences between VLANs, trunking, and access ports in a network environment..
  • How to implement and troubleshoot Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and Rapid STP..
  • How to create, configure, and manage VLANs for effective network segmentation..
  • Best practices for configuring EtherChannel for link aggregation and redundancy..
  • The fundamentals of port security and how to apply it on Cisco switches..
  • How to prevent network loops using various loop prevention mechanisms..
  • How to configure 802.1X for network access control and security..

Course Content

  • Introduction –> 4 lectures • 13min.
  • Cisco Modeling Labs Introduction and Basics –> 8 lectures • 23min.
  • Switch Device Setup –> 6 lectures • 40min.
  • Switching Architecture –> 1 lecture • 10min.
  • VLANs and Trunking –> 4 lectures • 39min.
  • Spanning Tree –> 3 lectures • 30min.
  • Etherchannel –> 2 lectures • 19min.
  • Cisco Switch Security –> 3 lectures • 28min.
  • Conclusion –> 4 lectures • 10min.
  • Extra Content: Cisco Packet Tracer – Switching Labs –> 11 lectures • 1hr 21min.

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Unlock the full potential of Cisco Labs in this hands-on course, Hands-On Cisco Labs: Switching Fundamentals. Whether you’re new to networking or looking to sharpen your skills, this course will immerse you in practical, real-world switching configurations and concepts using one of the most powerful tools available.

Cisco Modeling Labs (CML) is professional-grade, paid software designed by Cisco for creating, testing, and simulating complex network topologies. Unlike Packet Tracer or GNS3, CML uses real Cisco images, giving you access to the exact same software that runs on Cisco hardware. However, you don’t need to worry if you’re not ready to invest in the software just yet! In this course, I’ll also show you how to access Cisco CML for free using the Cisco DevNet Sandbox, which allows you to use CML for up to four hours at a time at no cost.

This course is designed to be lab-heavy and practical. We’ll skip most of the theory and dive straight into configuring network switches, spanning tree protocols, VLANs, trunking, and other essential switching topics. You’ll work through real-world examples and scenarios using CML, gaining hands-on experience that’s invaluable for certification preparation or day-to-day work in network engineering.

By the end of the course, you’ll have a strong grasp of switching fundamentals, along with the confidence to apply what you’ve learned in real-world environments. You’ll also be equipped with the knowledge and skills to continue exploring advanced configurations using Cisco Modeling Labs.

Join us to take your networking skills to the next level with hands-on labs and real-world configurations using Cisco’s powerful simulation tool!