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IPv6 Fundamentals, Design, and Deployment (IP6FD) is a five-day training that provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to implement and configure the IP version 6 (IPv6) features of Cisco IOS software. The training also provides an overview of IPv6 technologies; covers IPv6 design and implementation; describes IPv6 operations, addressing, routing, services, and transition; and describes deployment of IPv6 in enterprise networks as well as in service provider networks. The training includes case studies that are useful for deployment scenarios and remote labs.

This training also earns you 40 Continuing Education (CE) credits toward recertification.
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What You'll Learn

  • Describe the history of IP version 4 (IPv4) and the rationale for implementing IPv6 to resolve IPv4 addressing and security issues
  • Explain the benefits of addressing with IPv6 and describe how larger IPv6 address sizes facilitate auto configuration and aggregation
  • Describe the market drivers that help promote IPv6 as the key technology of the future
  • Describe the IPv6 addressing architecture, including types of addresses and address representation
  • Describe changes in the IPv6 header and the purpose of extension headers
  • Describe and use Cisco IOS software commands to enable IPv6 on Cisco routers
  • Describe internet control message protocol (ICMP) types and codes and IPv6 neighbor discovery, which is the process in which neighbors discover each other and autoconfigure addresses
  • Describe the IPv6 configuration process on Cisco IOS software and provide some basic methods for troubleshooting issues that relate to IPv6 configurations
  • Explain IP mobility in general and describe the IPv6 network mobility model with possible usages
  • Describe how domain name system (DNS) works in an IPv6 environment
  • Describe dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) version 6 (DHCPv6) for IPv6 operations, including how DHCP operation in IPv6 differs from its operation in IPv4 and how you can implement DHCPv6 prefix delegation to improve the IPv6 numbering process
  • Describe the fields in the IPv6 header that are used to support quality of service (QoS) and explain how these fields differ from the IPv4 QoS model
  • Describe Cisco IOS tools, such as Telnet, Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP), Secure Shell Protocol (SSH), and others
  • Describe open shortest path first (OSPF)v3, the IPv6-capable version of the OSPF routing protocol, including its operations, configuration, and commands
  • Describe Cisco enhanced interior gateway routing protocol (EIGRP), including its operation, configuration, and commands
  • Explore multiprotocol border gateway protocol (MP-BGP), including operation, IPv6-related configuration, and commands
  • Explain the issues when using policy-based routing (PBR) and when disabling the processing of extension headers
  • Describe the characteristics of first hop redundancy protocol (FHRP) for IPv6, which are used to offer redundant connections on the network layer for upstream connectivity
  • Describe redistribution of IPv6 routing information, differences among various routing protocols, and changes in the behavior of redistribution compared to IPv4
  • Describe the IPv6 multicast addresses format, including a real-life multicast example
  • Describe IPv6 multicast addressing options, media access control (MAC) address mappings, and multicast address scoping
  • Describe the dual-stacking approach to integrating IPv6 functionality into an existing IPv4-only environment
  • Describe tunneling mechanisms for IPv4-to-IPv6 transition, or for supporting IPv4 and IPv6 coexistence
  • Explain the benefits of adopting IPv6 single stack instead of using both IPv4 and IPv6 and the process for converting networks from IPv4 to IPv6
  • Describe the features of access control lists (ACLs) in an IPv6 environment
  • Describe how security is implemented in IPv6
  • Describe security issues in an IPv6 transition environment
  • Describe security practices for IPv6 deployment
  • Describe how Cisco IOS Firewall works and how to configure it in Pv6 traffic
  • Describe the IPv6 networking environments in use today, the process of becoming an IPv6 internet service provider (ISPs), address allocation policies and organizations, and strategies for connecting to the IPv6 internet
  • Identify an IPv6 multihoming issue and prescribe a potential solution
  • Describe several IPv6 enterprise deployment strategies
  • Explain how to deploy IPv6 over a multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) network
  • Describe IPv6 broadband access services and digital subscriber line (DSL)-based access in particular
  • Describe how to plan and implement IPv6 in enterprise networks
  • Describe how plan and implement IPv6 cloud and software-defined deployments
  • Describe and identify the most common planning and implementation approaches as they pertain to moving to IPv6 in branch networks

Who Should Attend

  • Network Engineers
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Prerequisites

The knowledge and skills you are expected to have before attending this training are:

  • Understanding of networking and routing (on Cisco CCNP level, but no formal certification is required)
  • Working knowledge of the Microsoft Windows operating system

These skills can be found in the following Cisco Learning Offering:

  • Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)

Learning Journey

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Course Outline

  1. Explaining the Rationale for IPv6
  2. IPv6 Features and Benefits
  3. Market Drivers
  4. IPv6 Addressing Architecture
  5. IPv6 Header Format
  6. Enabling IPv6 on Cisco Routers
  7. Using ICMPv6 and Neighbor Discovery
  8. Troubleshooting IPv6
  9. IPv6 Mobility
  10. DNS in an IPv6 Environment
  11. DHCPv6 Operations
  12. QoS Support in an IPv6 Environment
  13. Cisco IOS XE Software Features
  14. Examining OSPFv3
  15. Examining EIGRP for IPv6
  16. Introducing MP-BGP
  17. Configuring IPv6 Policy-Based Routing
  18. Configuring FHRP for IPv6
  19. Configuring Route Redistribution
  20. Implementing Multicast in an IPv6 Network
  21. Using IPv6 MLD
  22. Implementing Dual-Stack
  23. IPv6 Tunneling Mechanisms
  24. Transition to Single-Stack Deployments
  25. Configuring IPv6 ACLs
  26. Using IPsec, IKE, and VPNs
  27. Security Issues in an IPv6 Transition Environment
  28. IPv6 Security Practices
  29. Configuring Cisco IOS Firewall for IPv6
  30. IPv6 Address Allocation
  31. IPv6 Multihoming Issues
  32. IPv6 Enterprise Deployment Strategies
  33. Support for IPv6 in MPLS
  34. IPv6 Broadband Access Services
  35. Planning and Implementing IPv6 Cloud and Software-Defined Deployments
  36. Planning and Implementing IPv6 in Enterprise Networks
  37. Planning and Implementing IPv6 in Branch Networks

Lab Outline

  1. Using Neighbor Discovery
  2. Using Prefix Delegation
  3. Routing with OSPFv3
  4. Routing with EIGRP
  5. Routing with BGP and MP-BGP
  6. Multicasting
  7. Implementing Tunnels for IPv6
  8. Configuring Advanced ACLs
  9. Implementing IPsec and IKE
  10. Configuring Cisco IOS Firewall
This course is part of the following Certifications:
  • Routing & Switching

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    These globally recognized credentials demonstrate your ability to design, implement, and manage complex networks, enhancing your career prospects and earning potential.

    Cisco-certified professionals are highly valued by employers worldwide for their knowledge and skills in managing critical infrastructure and ensuring secure communications.

  • What to expect for the examination?

    Cisco offers a wide range of certification exams, catering to various levels of expertise and specializations.

    The exams typically consist of multiple-choice questions, simulations, and sometimes lab exercises. Exam formats and content vary depending on the specific certification level and track you choose.

    Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by Cisco from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.

  • How long is Cisco certification valid for?

    Most Cisco certifications are active for three years from the date you earn the certification.

    You can recertify at any time during the active period by re-taking the exam for your existing certification, advancing to the next level of certifications, earning Continuing Education credits, or a combination of both.

    Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by Cisco from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.

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