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Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Participants must possess a valid data centre training certificate such as CDCP or any other approved equivalent. Please submit a copy of your certificate for verification upon registration for the CTDC course. Overview After completion of the course the participant will be able to:1. Learn to properly comprehend and apply the ANSI/TIA-942 Standard requirements and guidelines2. Understand the proper intent of the ANSI/TIA-942 Standard to avoid both over- and/or under-investment3. Align the selection of redundancy levels and infrastructure investments to the business requirements.4. Understand the criteria and requirements for a high-availability data centre design and how to effectively establish the data centre from the perspective of the ANSI/TIA-942 Standard5. Understand how the ANSI/TIA-942 Standard relates to various worldwide standards This course, the participant will learn how to design an ANSI/TIA-942 compliant data centre. It will provide a clear understanding of the requirements of the ANSI/TIA-942 Standard and possible implementation variations. Introduction to Data Centre Facilities About the ANSI/TIA-942 Life of the ANSI/TIA-942 Standard Relation to other standards Architectural Electrical Mechanical Telecommunication Areas under scope High level redundancy definitions Redundancy options (N, N+1 etc.) Fault tolerant Concurrent maintainability Compartmentalisation Examples of redundancy levels Data Centre Space PlanningData Centre TopologiesRecommendations for Energy EfficiencyArchitectural Site selection Parking Multi-tenant building Building construction Vapor barrier Roofing Floor loading Raised flooring Suspended/drop ceiling Hanging load Seismic Building Security & Safety Security CCTV Staffing Bullet/ballistic proofing Lighting Safety - Signage Building and Room Access Security checkpoints Entry lobby Doors and windows Exit corridors Shipping and receiving areas Room/Area Design Requirements Administrative offices Security offce Operations centre Restroom and break room UPS/Battery rooms Generator and fuel storage area Computer room Electrical Utility power - Substation - Feed requirements - Self-generation HT/HV switch gear Generator and fuel supply LT/LV switch gear - ATS - Alternatives to ATS UPS and batteries PDU STS Grounding Surge protection EPO Central power monitoring Load banks Testing Equipment maintenance - Preventive maintenance - Facility training programs Mechanical Environmental design - Temperature and humidity requirements - Contamination - Sources - Clean air - Pressurisation - Radio sources - Vibration - Water ingress Water cooled systems - Heat rejection - Chilled water system - Condenser water? - Make up water Air cooled systems HVAC control systems Plumbing - Pipe routing Fire suppression Water leak detection Telecommunications Network topology Redundancy level design Media and connectors Cabling pathways Detailed cabling design considerations Administration and labeling Cable testing Data centre fabrics Exam: Certified TIA-942 Design Consultant Actual course outline may vary depending on offering center. Contact your sales representative for more information.

Definitive Ethernet switching course description A hands on comprehensive look at Ethernet switches with extensive coverage of VLANs. The course focuses on the technology and not any one manufacturers product enabling delegates to configure switches from any manufacturer. What will you learn Configure and troubleshoot switches using: Console port telnet HTTP TFTP Configure and troubleshoot switch features such as: Duplex/speed Port based MAC security Spanning Tree Link aggregation Tagged ports Configure and troubleshoot VLANs. Definitive Ethernet switching course details Who will benefit: Technical staff. Prerequisites: Intro to data communications & networking. Duration 3 days Definitive Ethernet switching course contents What is Ethernet? LANs, network cards and cables, CSMA/CD, Ethernet frames, Ethernet evolution, 802.3. Hands on: ping, Ethernet speeds, CSMA/CD. Ethernet layer 2 Layer 2 functions, NICs, MAC addresses, unicasts, multicasts and broadcasts, frame formats. Hands on: Configuring NICs, Analysing MAC addresses with Wireshark IP and Ethernet Relationship Hands on: ARP. What is a switch? Switches connect multiple devices, switches versus hubs, simultaneous conversations, switches work at layer 2, the forwarding database, how the forwarding database is built, broadcast and collision domains Hands on: Difference between hubs and switches. Switch configuration Switch configuration Managed/unmanaged switches, configuration methods, reasons to configure switches. Console ports, HyperTerminal (and alternatives). Hands on: Using the console port to troubleshoot and configure switches. Switches in more detail Latency, forwarding mechanisms, switch fabrics. Hands on: Using telnet and HTTP to switches. Ethernet extensions Auto negotiation, Power over Ethernet. Hands on:Configuring and troubleshooting switch ports: Speed, duplex and security. Redundant links Loops, broadcast storms, STP, BPDU format, STP convergence. Hands on: Tracking blocked ports. STP convergence. Backbone links Architectures, link aggregation, LACP, load sharing, resilience. Hands on: fail over times. VLANs Virtual versus physical LANs, Why have VLANs? Broadcast domains, Creating VLANs, Assigning ports to VLANs. Hands on: Analysing the effect of VLANs on traffic. Enterprise VLANs VLANS are internal, multiple VLANs, Load balancing, Default VLAN, VLAN registration protocols: VTP, GVRP, MVRP. Hands on: VLANs on multiple switches. Tagging/Trunking Reason for tagging, terminology, tagging process, 802.1Q, Tag format, VLAN stacking. Hands on: Configuring and troubleshooting tags. STP variants RSTP, Common STP, Multiple STP, PVST, ring alternatives. Hands on: RSTP. Inter VLANs Layer 3 switching, IP addressing rules, Interconnecting VLANs. Hands on: Routing between VLANs. Troubleshooting Ethernet Methods, tools, locating faults, layer 1 issues, layer 2 issues Hands on: Fixing the network.

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Why Choose V-Ray for Rhino Essentials Training? Master photorealistic rendering in Rhino with our intensive V-Ray training. Led by certified experts, learn lighting, material manipulation, rendering configurations, textures, and global illumination.  Check our Website Training Duration: 10 hours Approach: 1-on-1, in-Person and Live online and Customized Content.   Flexibility: 1-on-1 sessions scheduled at your convenience, from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm. Vray for Rhino Essentials - 10 Hours Course Session 1: Introduction to Vray and Rhino Integration Overview of Vray: Understanding its importance in architectural and product visualization. Setting up Vray in Rhino: Installation, basic configurations, and interface exploration. Understanding the Rhino-Vray workflow: Navigating between Rhino and Vray seamlessly. Session 2: Basic Lighting Techniques Exploring different light sources: Domes, spotlights, and area lights. Adjusting light intensity and color temperature for realistic ambiance. Creating natural lighting scenarios: Daylight, twilight, and night scenes. Session 3: Mastering Material Creation Introduction to Vray materials: Diffuse, reflection, refraction, and bump maps. Crafting realistic materials: Wood, glass, metal, and fabrics. Utilizing the material editor efficiently for precise adjustments. Session 4: Advanced Rendering Configurations Global Illumination: Understanding photon mapping and irradiance mapping. Fine-tuning render settings: Quality vs. speed, resolution, and anti-aliasing. Exploring Vray frame buffer: Post-processing and image enhancement. Session 5: Texture Manipulation and Mapping Understanding UV mapping: Unwrapping complex geometries for accurate textures. Applying textures in Vray: Diffuse, bump, displacement, and normal maps. Realistic texture manipulation: Scaling, rotation, and blending textures seamlessly. Session 6: Camera Settings and Scene Composition Camera configurations: Focal length, depth of field, and exposure settings. Composing visually appealing scenes: Rule of thirds, focal points, and balance. Rendering interior and exterior scenes: Managing lighting challenges and reflections. Session 7: Real-Time Feedback and Interactive Rendering Introduction to Vray interactive rendering: Real-time feedback for quick adjustments. Utilizing Vray's denoiser for noise reduction in interactive mode. Enhancing productivity with interactive rendering: Modifying materials and lighting on the fly. Session 8: Optimizing Render Times Efficient render optimization techniques: Reducing noise and enhancing quality. Distributed rendering: Utilizing multiple machines for faster rendering. Troubleshooting common rendering issues: Flickering, artifacts, and texture problems. Session 9: Post-Processing and Presentation Post-production in Photoshop: Enhancing renders, adding depth, and adjusting colors. Creating compelling visual narratives: Adding people, context, and atmosphere. Designing professional presentation boards: Layout, annotations, and graphic elements. Session 10: Final Project and Portfolio Review Participants showcase their final Vray-rendered projects. Instructor-led critique and feedback session. Tips for building a strong portfolio: Choosing the best renderings and presenting your work effectively. By the end of this 10-hour course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of Vray for Rhino, enabling them to create photorealistic renderings and significantly enhance their design visualization skills. Upon completing the Vray for Rhino Essentials course, participants will: Master Lighting Techniques: Expertly utilize various light sources. Create realistic lighting scenarios for diverse scenes. Advanced Material Proficiency: Manipulate complex materials and textures for lifelike renders. Understand reflective surfaces and material interaction. Optimize Rendering Settings: Fine-tune render configurations for optimal quality and speed. Implement noise reduction techniques for cleaner renders. Texture Mapping Mastery: Perfect UV mapping methods for accurate texture application. Seamlessly blend textures for realistic surface mapping. Effective Camera Use and Composition: Configure camera settings, depth of field, and exposure. Compose visually appealing scenes for impactful renders. Real-Time Rendering Skills: Utilize interactive rendering for immediate feedback and adjustments. Enhance scenes in real time for efficient workflow. Post-Processing Expertise: Enhance renders in post-production using software tools. Add depth, adjust colors, and create visually compelling final images. Professional Presentation Techniques: Design layouts, annotations, and context to create impactful visual narratives. Curate a strong portfolio with the best-rendered projects. By honing these skills, participants will produce photorealistic renders and significantly enhance their architectural and product visualization capabilities. Skills You'll Gain: Master lighting techniques for realistic visualization. Learn material manipulation and texture enhancement in Vray. Understand advanced rendering configurations for high-quality results. Explore global illumination concepts for lifelike scenes. Career Opportunities: Upon completing Vray for Rhino Essentials, you'll be well-equipped for various roles in the design and visualization industry, including: Architectural Visualizer: Create stunning architectural visualizations for presentations and client approvals. Product Designer: Enhance product design by creating photorealistic prototypes and visualizations. Interior Designer: Craft immersive interior spaces with realistic lighting and material textures. 3D Visualization Artist: Work in animation studios, gaming companies, or marketing agencies, producing high-quality 3D visualizations. Freelance Rendering Specialist: Offer your skills on platforms like Upwork or Fiverr, providing rendering services to clients worldwide. Course Highlights: Acquire fundamental skills in V-Ray for Rhino, covering lighting, materials, and rendering setups. Explore advanced techniques for lifelike textures, reflections, and global illumination effects. Master the workflow for crafting architectural renderings, both interior and exterior. Harness the power of V-Ray features like proxies, fur, and particle systems for dynamic visuals. Optimize render times and quality using efficient techniques and expert tips. Validate your expertise with a Certificate of Completion, showcasing your V-Ray proficiency. Access recorded lessons for future reference, enabling self-paced learning and continuous improvement. Professional Guidance: Learn from certified tutors and industry experts with extensive practical experience. Gain valuable insights and personalized feedback as you progress through the course, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of V-Ray for Rhino.

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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Data center systems engineers Field engineers Architects Cisco partners using Cisco Nexus Series switch platforms Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe the platforms that make the Cisco Nexus 9000, 7000, 3000, and 2000 product families Describe Cisco Nexus platform implementations Explain Cisco Nexus platform management Describe Port Channels and Virtual Port Channels Configure First Hop Redundancy protocols Configure security features of Cisco Nexus devices Describe the Cisco Nexus devices routing and forwarding Describe Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) Describe Quality of Service (QoS) on Cisco Nexus Devices Explain system management and monitoring processes Describe Cisco NX-OS programmability Describe Cisco Nexus storage services Configure device aliases and zoning Configure FCoE Configure NPIV and NPV modes The Implementing Cisco NX-OS Switches and Fabrics in the Data Center (DCNX) v1.0 course gives you a detailed understanding of the CiscoNexus switch platform and teach you how to install, configure, and manage Cisco Nexusswitch platforms in a scalable, highly available environment. Through a combination of lectures and hands-on labs, you will learn how to describe various aspects of the Cisco Nexus product families and platforms, including implementation, management, security, programmability and storage. Additionally, you will learn how to configure device aliases and zoning, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), and N-Port Identifier Virtualization (NPIV), and N-Port Virtualization (NPV) modes. Course Outline Describing Cisco Nexus Series Switches Describing Cisco Nexus Platforms Implementation Describing Cisco Nexus Platforms Management Describing Port Channels and Virtual Port Channels Configuring First Hop Redundancy Protocols Configuring Cisco Nexus Security Features Describing Cisco NX-OS Routing and Forwarding Describing Virtual Extensible LAN Describing QoS on Cisco Nexus Devices Configuring System Management and Monitoring Describing Cisco NX-OS Programmability Describing Cisco Nexus Storage Services Configuring Fibre Channel Over Ethernet Describing Device Aliases and Zoning Configuring NPIV and NPV Modes

Duration 62.5 Days 375 CPD hours Cisco Learning Library: Data Center offers a subscription to Cisco online data center training, including certifications, products, and technologies.This comprehensive technical training library offers full-length, interactive certification courses, additional product and technology training with labs, and thousands of reference materials Data Center Library Certification Courses CCNP Data Center Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR) v1.0 Designing Cisco Data Center Infrastructure (DCID) v7.0 Troubleshooting Cisco Data Center Infrastructure (DCIT) v7.0 Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (DCACI) v1.0 Configuring Cisco MDS 9000 Series Switches (DCMDS) Implementing Automation for Cisco Data Center Solutions (DCAUI) CCIE Data Center Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR) v1.0 Product and Technology Training Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR) v1.0 Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU) v1.0 Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (DCACI) v1.0 Introducing Cisco NX-OS Switches and Fabrics in the Data Center (DCINX) v1.0 Configuring Cisco NX-OS Switches and Fabrics in the Data Center (DCCNX) v1.0 Designing Cisco Data Center Infrastructure (DCID) v7.0 Troubleshooting Cisco Data Center Infrastructure (DCIT) v7.0 Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure?Advanced (DCACIA) v1.0 Introducing Cisco Unified Computing System (DCIUCS) v1.0 Configuring Cisco Unified Computing System (DCCUCS) v1.0 Implementing Cisco Tetration Analytics (DCITET) v1.0 Cisco MDS 9000 Series Switches Overview (DCMDSO) v1.0 Configuring Cisco Nexus 9000 in NX-OS Mode (C9KNX) v1.2 Configuring Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches in ACI Mode (DCAC9K) v3.0 Introducing Cisco Nexus 9000 Switches in NX-OS Mode (DCINX9K) v2.1 Configuring VXLANs on Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches (DCVX9K) v1.0 Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure Operations and Troubleshooting (DCACIO) v4.1 Configuring Cisco MDS 9000 Series Switches (DCMDS) v3.1 Introducing Cisco MDS 9000 Series Switches (DCIMDS) v1.0 Implementing Automation for Cisco Data Center Solutions (DCAUI) v1.0 Introducing Automation for Cisco Solutions (CSAU) v1.0 Implementing Cisco HyperFlex (DCIHX) v1.2 Configuring the Cisco Nexus Data Center Transport (CCNDC-T) v2.0 Configuring the Cisco Nexus Data Center Virtual Machines (CCNDC-V) v2.0 Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Digital Learning Data Center 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 Digital Learning Data Center 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 This course is ideal for developers and engineers including: Network engineers Systems engineers Data center engineers Consulting systems engineers Technical solutions architects Cisco integrators/partners Field engineers Server administrators Network managers Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Apply troubleshooting methodology to Cisco ACI networks Troubleshoot logical and physical constructs of the Cisco ACI policy Understand Cisco APIC and its troubleshooting aspects Troubleshoot endpoint learning in Cisco ACI Troubleshoot Layer 2 traffic bridging and Layer 3 routing in the Cisco ACI network Troubleshoot hypervisor integration in Cisco ACI Troubleshoot Layer 4 to Layer 7 service insertion Troubleshoot contracts and route leaking in Cisco ACI The Troubleshooting Cisco Application-Centric Infrastructure (DCACIT) v5.2 course teaches you through a combination of lectures and labs the key components and procedures needed to troubleshoot Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches in Application-Centric Infrastructure (ACI) mode. This course is for advanced engineers who have installed and managed existing fabrics or for those who have completed the Implementing Cisco Application-Centric Infrastructure-Advanced (DCACI) course. Course Outline Describing Cisco ACI Troubleshooting Methodology Troubleshooting Logical and Physical Constructs Troubleshooting Cisco APIC Troubleshooting Endpoint Learning Troubleshooting Layer 2 Troubleshooting Layer 3 Routing Troubleshooting VMM Integration Troubleshooting Layer 4-7 Service Insertion Troubleshooting Contracts and Route Leaking Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Troubleshooting Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure v5.2 (DCACIT) 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 Troubleshooting Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure v5.2 (DCACIT) 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 IT Professionals who deploy small-to- medium scale enterprise network solutions based on Aruba products and technologies Overview Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:Explain how Aruba networking solutions meet customers? requirementsExplain how Aruba AirWave provides unified wireless and wired network managementDescribe in-band management and out-of-band managementComplete the initial setup on ArubaOS switchesControl access to switches for both in-band and out-of-band managementManage software and configuration files on ArubaOS switchesExplain use cases for VLANs and configure port-based VLANs on ArubaOS switchesUnderstand and configure Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP)Understand and configure Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (MSTP)Differentiate between different types of link aggregation and understand the benefits of Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP)Configure and troubleshoot link aggregation on ArubaOS switchesConfigure static routes on ArubaOS switches and interpret IP routing tablesConfigure a basic Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) solutionDescribe how Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) works and the advantages that it providesConfigure and verify a simple VSF fabricDescribe the basics of wireless communications and 802.11 standardsDefine a wireless LAN (WLAN) and differentiate between wireless security optionsConfigure basic settings on Aruba Instant APsConfigure AirWave management settings on an IAP clusterConfigure SNMP v2c settings on ArubaOS switchesDiscover ArubaOS switches in AirWave and bring switches and IAPs under monitoring and managementImplement zero touch provisioning (ZTP) for Aruba IAPs and ArubaOS switches This course teaches you the fundamental skills necessary to configure and manage modern, open standards-based networking solutions. This course consists of approximately 20% lecture and 80% hands-on lab exercises to help you learn how to implement and validate small to medium enterprise network solutions. This 3-day course prepares network professionals for the HPE ATP - Aruba Mobile First Solutions V1 certification exam.In this course, participants learn about ArubaOS switch technologies including: VLANs, securing access, redundancy technologies such as MSTP, link aggregation techniques including LACP, and switch virtualization with Aruba?s Virtual Switching Framework (VSF). You also learn about IP Routing including static and dynamic IP routing with OSPF. This course teaches you how to deploy Aruba wireless Access Points and configure Aruba Clustering technology. It also teaches you how to configure, manage and monitor the network with the Aruba AirWave management solution. Introduction to Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise companySwitch CLI (Command Line Interface) NavigationProtecting Management AccessManagement of Software and ConfigurationsVLANSSpanning Tree Protocol (STP)Link AggregationIP RoutingVirtual Switching Framework (VSF)Wireless for Small-to-Medium Businesses (SMBs)Aruba AirWave