Hands On Cisco Labs: Routing Fundamentals

Master Routing Concepts with Practical Real-World Labs and Demonstrations

What you'll learn

How to configure OSPF in single and multi-area environments.

The fundamental concepts of internal and external BGP (iBGP and eBGP).

How to establish eBGP peering between different autonomous systems.

How to install and configure Cisco Modeling Labs for practical network simulation.

Configuring and verifying iBGP for internal network routing.

Best practices for configuring EIGRP in Cisco networks.

How to configure HSRP for gateway redundancy in routed networks.

The fundamentals of VRRP and how to implement it for redundancy.

Implementing GLBP for load balancing and redundancy in Cisco networks.

How to use Cisco routers for DHCP services and configure DHCP relay.

Importance of Static and Default Routes.

Requirements

Basic understanding of networking concepts (IP addressing, subnets, etc.).

Enthusiasm to engage in lab-heavy, hands-on learning.

Access to a computer with internet connectivity.

Familiarity with Cisco IOS commands is helpful but not required.

Interest in learning practical Cisco routing configurations.

A desire to improve network configuration and troubleshooting skills.

Description

Unlock the full potential of Cisco Labs in this hands-on course, Hands-On Cisco Labs: Routing Fundamentals. Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate network professional, this course is designed to immerse you in practical, real-world configurations using a variety of lab technologies.You can follow along with Cisco Modeling Labs (CML), Packet Tracer, GNS3, EVE-NG, or simply watch the labs for a deeper understanding. This course is all about practical, hands-on labs with a strong focus on mastering Cisco configurations. We’ll cut down on theory and dive right into the technical configurations that matter most in real-world scenarios. You’ll gain experience configuring OSPF, BGP, Redundancy, EIGRP, and more, all through guided labs that replicate actual network setups. Whether you're preparing for industry certifications like CCST, CCNA or CCNP, or simply looking to enhance your practical skills for real-world networking, this course is designed for you.By the end of the course, you’ll be able to confidently configure and manage Cisco devices in real-world environments. With a series of lab-heavy exercises and practical examples, you’ll gain the hands-on knowledge that’s critical to succeed in networking. Join me, a seasoned network expert, and take your Cisco configuration skills to the next level as we work through advanced lab setups and real-world applications.This course is perfect for those looking to get practical experience without the heavy theory—it's all about learning by doing!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 What is Cisco Modeling Labs?

Lecture 3 Installing Cisco Modeling Labs

Lecture 4 What is Cisco Packet Tracer?

Lecture 5 Why Learn Cisco?

Section 2: Cisco Modeling Labs Introduction and Basics

Lecture 6 Initial Lab Setup

Lecture 7 Add Static IP to Desktop/Server Device

Lecture 8 Desktop VNC and Console

Lecture 9 Monitor Resource Usage

Lecture 10 Delete Devices

Lecture 11 Delete Labs

Lecture 12 Cisco CML Reference Platforms

Lecture 13 CML Tools

Section 3: Basic Routing

Lecture 14 Static Routing

Lecture 15 Default Routing

Section 4: Network Address Translation (NAT)

Lecture 16 Port Address Translation (PAT)

Lecture 17 Cisco Router Port Forwarding

Lecture 18 Security Considerations with Port Forwarding on Cisco Routers

Section 5: Cisco Redundancy Protocols

Lecture 19 Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP)

Lecture 20 Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP)

Lecture 21 Gateway Load Balancing Protocol (GLBP)

Section 6: Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP)

Lecture 22 EIGRP Lab

Section 7: Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)

Lecture 23 Single Area OSPF

Lecture 24 Multi Area OSPF

Lecture 25 OSPF Security

Section 8: Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)

Lecture 26 Internal Border Gateway Protocol (iBGP)

Lecture 27 External Border Gateway Protocol (eBGP)

Lecture 28 How to obtain BGP ASN Numbers

Lecture 29 EIGRP vs OSPF vs iBGP | In Modern Routing

Section 9: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Configuration (DHCP)

Lecture 30 Cisco Router - DHCP Server Configuration

Lecture 31 Verifying the DHCP Configuration

Lecture 32 Cisco Router - DHCP Relay Configuration

Lecture 33 Cisco DHCP Options on Routers: A Comprehensive Guide

Section 10: Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

Lecture 34 GRE VPN Tunnel

Lecture 35 IKEv2 VPN

Section 11: Conclusion

Lecture 36 Beginner IT Certifications

Lecture 37 CCST vs CCNA

Lecture 38 Conclusion

Lecture 39 How to get discount codes on my other courses

Section 12: Extra Content - Cisco Packet Tracer - Routing Labs

Lecture 40 Upgrade Router IOS

Lecture 41 DHCP Server

Lecture 42 DHCP Relay

Lecture 43 Static Routing

Lecture 44 Default Routes

Lecture 45 HSRP

Lecture 46 PAT

Lecture 47 Port Forwarding

Lecture 48 Single Area OSPF

Lecture 49 Multi Area OSPF

Lecture 50 eBGP

Aspiring network engineers looking to gain hands-on experience with Cisco routing.,IT professionals preparing for Cisco certification exams.,Current network administrators seeking to deepen their knowledge of routing fundamentals.,Beginners in networking who want to start with practical, lab-focused training.