302 Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) courses delivered Online

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is as follows: Customers configuring and maintaining CUCM 8.x, 9.x, 10.x, 11.0, or 12.x. PBX System Administrators transitioning to CUCM administration IP networking professionals taking on responsibility for CUCM administration Workers being cross-trained for CUCM administration coverage The secondary audience for this course is as follows: Cisco Unified Communications system channel partners and resellers Overview Upon completing this course, the learner will be able to meet these overall objectives: Demonstrate an overall understanding of the Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 12.x (or earlier version) system and its environment Configure CUCM to support IP Phones in multiple locations Configure CUCM to route calls to internal and PSTN destinations Configure User accounts and multi-level administration Understand User Web Page functionality Configure user features, including Hunt Groups, Call Pickup, and Call Park. Understand the capabilities of and demonstrate the Bulk Administration Tool Understand the SMART Licensing model for Cisco Unified Communications Understand and demonstrate the use of the Unified Reporting tool Understand and demonstrate the use of the Dialed Number Analyzer Communications Manager Administration for Version 12.5 (CMA v12.5) is an instructor-led course presented to system administrators and customers involved with the day-to-day operation of the Cisco Unified Communications Manager product. This course introduces you to the CUCM system, the necessary procedures for administering IP Phones and Users, understanding the Dial Plan and implementing Features. In addition to instructor-led lectures and discussions, you will configure CUCM and Cisco IP Phones in the lab, either in a live classroom or WebEx remote classroom environment. While the Cisco Unified Communications Manager software used in the class is version 12.5.1, the course material applies to versions 8.x, 9.x, 10.x, 11.x, or 12.x. The concepts and the lab tasks are the same for most of the Cisco Unified Communications Manager software versions CUCM System Basics Introduction to IP Telephony Traditional Voice vs. IP Telephony Clustering Overview Intra-Cluster Communications CUCM Redundancy Options Deployment Models Campus (Single Site) Deployment Centralized Call Processing Deployment Distributed Call Processing Deployment Clustering over the IP WAN Call Processing Deployment Hybrid Call Processing Deployment Basics of CUCM Configuration Administrative Interfaces Administration and Serviceability Unified Reporting and the Enterprise License Manager Disaster Recovery System and Unified OS Administration Navigation Bar Command Line Interface Server Redundancy: CM Groups CM Group Configuration Date/Time Group Regions and Codecs Locations Device Pool Configuration Service Parameters Configuration Enterprise Parameters Configuration Supporting Phones and Users Configuring CUCM to Support Phones Cisco Unified IP Phone Model Ranges Specialized Cisco IP 89xx and 99xx phones Cisco Jabber Client Phone Button Templates Softkey Template Cisco IP Phone Registration Device Defaults Phone Configuration Manual Phone Configuration Auto-Registration Self-Provisioning Using the Bulk Administration Tool (BAT) Deploying new phones and users Overview of the Auto-Register Phone Tool Configuring CUCM to Support Users Understanding CUCM Users Manual User Creation User Import with BAT Importing Users with LDAP Sync LDAP Authentication Understanding User Administration Configuring User Administration Working with Access Control Groups Assigning End Users to Access Control Groups User Web Pages Understanding the Dial Plan Dial Plan Overview Introduction to the Dial Plan Understanding Dial Plan Components Route Lists, Route Groups and Devices Call Routing Understanding Digit Analysis Basics of Dial Plan Configuration Basics of the Dial Plan Dial Plan Configuration Translation Patterns Route Plan Report Advanced Dial Plan Configuration Understanding Digit Manipulation External Phone Number Masks Transformation Masks Discard Digits Instructions: PreDot Class of Control Overview of Class of Control Partitions and Calling Search Space Traditional vs. Line/Device Approach Configuring Partitions and CSSs Time of Day Routing PLAR Application Forced Authorization Codes CUCM Features Media Resources Overview of Media Resources Conference Bridge Music on Hold Transcoder Annunciator Overview of Media Resource Management Configuring Media Resources User Features Configuring Call Coverage in Cisco Unified Communications Manager Call Coverage in Cisco Unified Communications Manager Hunt Group Overview Hunt Group Configuration Final Forwarding Shared Lines Call Pickup Directed and Group Call Pickup Call Park Lab Outline Configuring the System to Support Cisco IP Phones Creating and Associating Users Configuring Basic Dial Plan Elements Configuring Complex Dial Plan Elements Implementing Class of Control Configuring Media Resources Configuring Hunt Groups and Call Coverage Configuring Call Pickup and Call Park

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is system installers, system integrators, system administrators, network administrators, and solutions designers. Overview At the end of this course, you will be able to: Describe the NSO's transactional application framework and mapping model options Describe the Reactive Fastmap design pattern and the NSO Configuration Database (CDB) subscriber in the NSO Transaction model Simplify packages to remove the need for subscriber applications, scale orchestration solutions, and integrate NSO with external systems (east-west integration)Describe the Cisco ESC architecture and integration with NSO, and how the NSO VNF Orchestration (VNFO) Release 2 bundle interacts with ESC for orchestration This course explores how to create advanced services using the NSO application framework and Python scripting with both new and existing Layer 3 Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) VPN services. Students will also learn how to manage and scale these services, and how to use NSO Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) orchestration features and Cisco Elastic Services Controller (ESC) to manage Virtualized Network Functions (VNFs). Cisco NSO Programmability NSO Application Framework NSO Python Scripting NSO Python and Template-Based Services Resources Augmenting Cisco NSO Service Service Lifecycle and Integration Options Overview Greenfield Layer 3 MPLS VPN Service Brownfield Layer 3 MPLS VPN Service Managed Services Managed Services Overview Stacked Service Design Overview Design-Managed Network Services Scaling Service Orchestration Cisco NSO Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) Orchestration ETSI MANO Cisco ESC Cisco NSO Orchestration Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Network Services Orchestrator Advanced Design (NSO300) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Cisco Network Services Orchestrator Advanced Design (NSO300) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Deployment engineer Sales engineer Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Examine components, protocols, and variables that influence selection of the design and sizing of a PCCE deployment Identify concepts necessary to create CCE system design specifications and deployment plans Configure an advanced VXML application implementing DB lookup functionality and digit collection; use Call Studio and CCE Scripting tools to present call data collected from the caller to the gent desktop Discover how to install CCE software Administer CA signed security certificates to support the successful addition of a PCCE site Identify the tasks associated with adding Remote Site functionality to the PCCE environment Discuss integration of the CUIC, LiveData, and Finesse reporting environments Configure the PCCE Dial Plan end-to-end, incorporating the use of Cisco Unified Border Element (CUBE), Cisco Unified SIP Proxy (CUSP), Cisco Virtualized Voice Browsers (VVBs), Voice XML (VXML) Gateways (GW), and Significant Digits Examine concepts necessary to create CCE system design specifications and deployment plans Create a series of routing scripts using PCCE Configure Single sign-on for Unified CCE The Implementing Cisco Contact Center Enterprise (CCEI) v1.0 course teaches you how to build and implement a Cisco© Packaged Contact Center Enterprise (PCCE) solution, including advanced integration of external data, Single Sign-On (SSO), and process detail for the Contact Center Enterprise (CCE) solution with examples of the various deployment models. This integration process enables businesses and organizations to deliver a connected digital experience of continuous and capability-rich journeys for your customers, across time and channels. This course teaches you to install the CCE solution and provide Tier 2?3 solution support. The focus is on Day 1 support for a new CCE deployment. Planning a Cisco Packaged Contact Center Enterprise Deployment Packaged CCE Component Overview Call Flows Review Staging a Packaged CCE Deployment PCCE Deployment Planning and System Design Specification Software Compatibility and OS Requirements Preparing CCE Software for Installation General Considerations and System Requirements Active Directory Considerations Administering Security Certificates Security Certificate Overview Install and Configure Certificate Authority Introducing the Packaged CCE Integration Wizard PCCE Inventory and Service Accounts Run the PCCE Wizard Adding a Site to Packaged CCE Adding a Site to Packaged CCE PCCE Remote Site Overview Remote Site Security Certificate Considerations Integrating Cisco Unified Intelligence Center, LiveData, and Finesse Compare Real Time vs. Live Data Complete Cisco Unified Intelligence Center Integration Personalizing the Packaged CCE Dial Plan CCE Dial Plan Components Ingress Gateway and Cisco Unified Border Element Dial Plans Configuring to Validate Deployment Configuring to Validate Deployment Confirm Configuration Readiness Cisco Unified Communications Manager Administration Scripting for Packaged Contact Center Enterprise Configure Script Editor Use Microapps Configuring Single Sign-On SSO Overview Configure SSO Prerequisites Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Implementing Cisco Contact Center Enterprise v2.0 (CCEI) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Cisco Implementing Cisco Contact Center Enterprise v2.0 (CCEI) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Enterprise Network System Installers System Integrators System Administrators Network Administrators Solutions Designers Overview Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Identify the various components and architecture of the Cisco SD-WAN solution. Deploy vEdge routers in a secure extensible network. Create templates to aide in the deployment and operation of the secure extensible network. Configure and verify overlay routing in the secure extensible network. Create simple policies to control traffic flow in the secure extensible network. The Cisco SD-WAN Operation and Deployment (ENSDW) v1.0 course provides an overview of the Cisco SD-WAN solution and SD-WAN components. Students will learn how to create, manage, and operate a secure extensible network using Cisco SD-WAN products. The course covers how to configure, operate, and monitor overlay routing in a secure extensible network. Students will also learn about policies and quality of service (QoS) in the SD-WAN overlay network. SD-WAN Solution Components SD-WAN Solution Overview SD-WAN Components Managing SD-WAN Components Secure Extensible Network Deployment Secure Control Plane Operation Secure Control Plane Deployment Secure Data Plane Operation Cloud Deployments and Redundancy SD-WAN Template Deployment Templates Overview Feature Templates Device Templates Attaching Devices to Templates SD-WAN Overlay Routing Overlay Routing Overview OMP Route Advertisements OMP Route Redistribution and Network Segmentation Configuring and Verifying Overlay Routing SD-WAN Policies and QoS Policy Overview and Framework vSmart Policy Operation and Construction Forwarding and QoS Overview Configuring and Monitoring QoS Forwarding Additional course details: Nexus Humans ENSDW-Cisco SD-WAN Operation and Deployment training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the ENSDW-Cisco SD-WAN Operation and Deployment course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for technical professionals who will deploy or have deployed the Ultra M virtual packet core solution in their network, including: Systems engineers Technical support personnel Channel partners and resellers Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe the Ultra M hardware and software Describe the features covered in the OpenStack component overview and deployment architecture Describe the Ultra M deployment architecture and operation Describe the Virtualized Packet Core-Distributed Instance (VPC-DI) architecture and packet flow Deploy and operate Ultra M This course teaches you about the hardware components of the Cisco© Ultra M virtual packet core solution, including Cisco Nexus© spine and leaf switches and Cisco Unified Computing System. The course also covers the operation and administration of the Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system in relation to the Ultra M Undercloud and Overcloud deployments. Cisco Ultra M Hardware and Topology Overview Cisco Ultra M Hardware Components Cisco Ultra M UCS Components Cisco Ultra M UCS Interfaces Cisco Ultra M Networking Components Cisco Ultra M Physical Network Topology OpenStack Deployment Architecture and Components OpenStack Overview Nova ? OpenStack Compute Service Glance ? OpenStack Image Service Neutron ? OpenStack Network Service Keystone ? OpenStack Identity Service Cinder ? OpenStack Block Storage Service OpenStack Horizon Dashboard Ultra M Services Platform Ultra Services Platform Architecture Ultra M VNF Architecture Ultra Automation Services (UAS) Elastic Services Controller OpenStack and Ultra Automation Services VPC-DI Overview and Operation Virtual Packet Core Evolution Ultra M Layer 3 Network Topology VPC-DI Network Topology VPC-DI Packet Flows Ultra M Installation and Deployment Reviewing the Ultra M System Components Planning the Network for Installation and Deployment Deploying Hyperconverged Ultra M Models Using UAS Deploying VNFs Using AutoVNF Ultra Automation Services Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Ultra M Deployment and Operations v1.0 (SPMBL301) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Cisco Ultra M Deployment and Operations v1.0 (SPMBL301) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is as follows: WebEx Board Power Users Network Video Administrators Collaboration Administrators Network Video Engineer Voice/UC/Collaboration/Communications Engineer Collaboration Tools Engineer Collaboration Sales/Systems Engineer DesignHTMLPreview Overview Overview of Cisco WebEx Boards Setting up and configuring WebEx Board Using WebEx Teams Board Troubleshooting WebEx Team Boards WebEx Teams API   This is a one-day instructor-led course that teaches the students how to Administer and Use a WebEx Team Board for Collaboration Teams. Overview of Cisco WebEx Board Introducing the WebEx Board WebEx Board Capabilities WebEx Board Considerations WebEx Board 55 WebEx Board 70 WebEx Board 85 Setting up and Configuring WebEx Board Unpacking WebEx Boards Mounting options for the WebEx Board Webex Board Touch 10 Support Audio Arrays for Webex Board Cisco WebEx Board Pen WebEx Board Easy Installation WebEx Board Activation WebEx Board Registration to Cloud WebEx Board Registration to CUCM Software Updates Setting up email for annotation and White boarding Using the WebEx Board as a Digital Signage Setup Branding on the WebEx Boards Reset to Factory Default User Interface -Device Settings -Call Quality -Check health and Services -Check Camera Using the WebEx Board Using the WebEx Board as Standalone Conference unit Using the WebEx Board with WebEx Teams app Pairing WebEx Teams app with the WebEx Board Making Calls with the WebEx Board Whiteboarding with the WebEx Board Collaborating with WebEx Board Using Wireless sharing Using WebEx Board attach to a WebEx teams space WebEx Board Companion Mode Troubleshooting the WebEx Board On-Screen Diagnostics Camera Check Media Quality Web Interface Web Interface ? Diagnostics Web Interface ? Monitoring Calls Web Interface ? Call Control Web Interface ? System Logs Web Interface ? Call Logs Troubleshooting Registration Troubleshooting Connectivity Labs Installing WebEx Teams Application Setup WebEx Board Configuring WebEx Board Configure advanced settings Configuring Conferences with WebEx Boards Making calls with WebEx Boards Joining Spaces With WebEx Boards Whiteboarding WebEx Board Sessions Annotating WebEx Board sessions Monitor WebEx Board Sessions Troubleshooting WebEx Board Sessions

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for System installers System integrators System administrators Network administrators Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe the Cisco SD-Branch solution and its architecture Explain the hardware components of the Cisco ENCS 5400 and Cisco Catalyst 8200 Series Edge Universal Customer Premises Equipment (uCPE) Install and access the Cisco Enterprise NFVIS on Cisco ENCS 5400 Understand the VNF Lifecycle management and its deployment Identify Cisco Enterprise NFVIS Security considerations Explain the Cisco SD-WAN solution and its components Describe the Cisco ENCS orchestrations systems and Representational State Transfer (REST) APIs Deploy the Cisco ENCS using orchestrators Monitor and troubleshoot Cisco ENFV components using Cisco vManage The Implementing Cisco Enterprise SD-Branch (ENSDBI) v1.0 course is designed to teach you to understand the Cisco© Software-Defined (SD)-Branch architecture and Cisco Enterprise Network Functions Virtualization (ENFV) solution. Through a series of in-person or e-learning lectures and labs, you will learn about the supported hardware platforms with a focus on the components, installation, and upgraded workflows of the Cisco Enterprise Network Compute System (ENCS) 5400 series. Additionally, this course will help you build your skills on Virtual Network Functions (VNF) deployment and orchestration solutions on Cisco ENCS. Course Outline Introducing Cisco SD-Branch Architecture and Cisco ENFV Solution Preparing Cisco ENCS Device for Deployment Deploying VNFs on Cisco ENCS Working with Cisco ENCS Orchestration Monitoring and Managing Cisco ENFV Components Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Implementing Cisco Enterprise SD-Branch v1.0 (ENSDBI) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Cisco Implementing Cisco Enterprise SD-Branch v1.0 (ENSDBI) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for System installersSystem integratorsSystem administratorsNetwork administratorsSolutions designers Overview After completing this course, you should be able to:Describe the Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit software architecture and Linux system fundamentalsDescribe the major differences between classic Cisco IOS XR software and Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit software on the ASR 9000 Series routersMigrate an ASR 9000 Series router from classic IOS XR software to Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit softwarePerform and explain Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit software installationsConfigure and describe Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit software features The Cisco ASR 9000 Series IOS XR 64-Bit Software Migration and Operational Enhancements (IOSXR211) v1.0 course covers the migration from classic 32-bit Cisco IOS© XR software to Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit software on the Cisco© ASR 9000 Series Aggregation Services Routers. This course will also examine the software architecture, boot process, and auto-provisioning of the Cisco IOS XR 64-bit software, as well as showing you how to install Cisco IOS XR and third-party software packages. In addition, it will investigate data models and show you how to implement telemetry, model-driven programmability, and application hosting services. Software Architecture and Linux Fundamentals Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Software Fundamentals Cisco ASR 9000 Series IOS XR 64-Bit Software vs. Classic 32-Bit Software Exploring Linux Fundamentals Creating User Profiles Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Software Installation Examining Resource Allocations and Media Mappings Migrating to Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Software Examining the Boot Process Performing Disaster Recovery Installing Software Packages Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Software Features Investigating Data Models Implementing Telemetry Exploring Model-Driven Programmability Employing Application Hosting

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Built for IT Professionals with extensive networking and Citrix ADC experience. This course is built for IT Professionals who are responsible for defining the overall structure or architecture of a Citrix networking environment. This course encompasses advanced Citrix networking configurations and leading Citrix design principles. Overview How to identify and prioritize business drivers, constraints, and requirements using the Citrix Consulting methodology Assess environment requirements and learn to apply leading design principles to address them in a multi-site Citrix ADC deployment Apply advanced authentication and load balancing principles In this expert level 5-day training course you will be exposed to advanced networking and Citrix ADC concepts and configurations. Through lecture, lab exercises, and real-world case studies, you will learn to look critically at environment requirements, constraints, and business drivers to create a complex Citrix networking solution. Topics to be covered in this course include multi-site and multitenant deployments, advanced authentication and load balancing, and automation and orchestration and advanced troubleshooting. This training will also prepare you for the Citrix Certified Expert in Networking (CCE-N) exam. Module 1: Networking Methodology and Assessment Understanding the Citrix methodology Business Drivers and Requirementrs User Segmentation Application Assessment Capabilities Assessment Module 2: Citrix Networking Deployment Architecture and Topology Multi-Site Deployments Multi Tennant Infrastructure Cloud Deployments High Availability Citrix ADC Double-Hop Scenarios Secure Web Gateway Module 3: Advanced Authentication and Authorization Authorization Policies Access Policies Advanced Authentication Options Multi-Factor Authentication nFactor Authentication AAA Session Management Module 4: Citrix ADC Security Authorization Pre-authentication and Endpoint Analysis Scans Protection against Layer 4-7 Attacks Web App Firewall Module 5: Citrix Gateway Configuration Considerations ICA Proxy Configuration VPN Access Clientless Access Split Tunneling RDP Proxy Deployment and Configuration Module 6: Advanced Load Distribution and Link Load balancing Advanced Load Balancing Advanced Load Balancing Link Load Balancing Firewall Load Balancing Microsoft Exchange Load Balancing Advanced Global Server Load Balancing Global Server Load Balancing Persistence DNS, Policies, Expressions, Actions, and Views GSLB Monitoring and Considerations Module 7: Application Delivery Management Automation and Orchestration Application Delivery Management Outbound Traffic Dashboard Automation Orchestration Configuration Jobs Configuration Audit NITRO API StyleBooks (Net-new)

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Data center architects Cloud infrastructure architects Network engineers System administrators Storage administrators System engineers who work in data center solutions and manage data center management policies Cisco integrators and partners Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Understand Cisco UCS Director architecture Understand deployment models of Cisco UCS Director Configure virtual data centers, policies, and catalogs Understand the unified infrastructure management capabilities of Cisco UCS Director Understand orchestration and build advanced workflows Understand application containers The Cisco UCS Director Foundation (UCSDF) v6.6 course helps you understand concepts, architecture, and deployment use cases for Cisco UCS© Director. You will gain hands-on experience in deploying basic Cisco UCS Director solutions. You will also practice using core features that most implementations require, such as services design, using the self-service portal for provisioning services, creating workflows that enable cloud automation and standardize IT services, and more. Introducing Cisco UCS Director Understanding Data Center Challenges Understanding the Benefits of Cisco UCS Director Understanding Cisco UCS Director Components Explaining Cisco UCS Director Architecture Explaining Bare-Metal Agent Understanding Cisco UCS Director Deployment Explaining Cisco UCS Director Deployment Explaining Global System Settings Understanding Site and Pod Management Understanding Cisco UCS Director Infrastructure Management Understanding Cisco UCS Director Deployment Understanding the Design Phase Understanding Policies Understanding vDC and Groups Use Case Understanding Deployment Through the Self-Service Portal Understanding the Self-Service Provisioning Portal Understanding Service Request Introducing Orchestration Understanding Orchestration Reporting and Monitoring in Cisco UCS Director Understanding Chargeback in Cisco UCS Director Understanding Reports in Cisco UCS Director Introducing Application Containers Understanding Application Containers