CCNP SWITCH v6: Implementing Switched Networks

NDG has worked closely with the Cisco CCNP v6.0 lab team to develop these labs and to ensure compatibility with NETLAB+. CCNP v6.0 SWITCH is supported by one or more of the following NETLAB+ pods. The supported lab list (below) provides a list of CCNP v6.0 SWITCH compatible labs and the pod types that can be used for each lab.

Supported Labs

Lab Description Pod Required Comments
1.1 Clearing a Switch CSP
1.2 Clearing a Switch Connected to a Larger Network CSP
2.1 Static VLANs, VLAN Trunking, and VTP Domains and Modes CSP
2.2 Configuring EtherChannel CSP
3.1 Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) Default Behavior CSP
3.2 Modifying Default Spanning Tree Behavior CSP
3.3 Per-VLAN Spanning Tree Behavior CSP
3.4 Multiple Spanning Tree CSP
4.1 Inter-VLAN Routing with an External Router MAP or MAP w/ASA NDG modified version provided
4.2 Inter-VLAN Routing with an Internal Router and Monitoring CEF Functions CSP
4.3 VLANs, VTP, and Routing with L3 switches Case Study CSP NDG modified version provided
5.1 Hot Standby Router Protocol CSP
5.2 IP Service Level Agreements in a Campus Environment CSP
6.1 Securing Layer 2 Switches CSP
6.2 Securing Spanning Tree Protocol CSP
6.3 Securing VLANs with Private VLANs, RACLs, and VACLs CSP
7.1 Configuring Switches for IP Telephony Support CSP
7.2 Configuring a WLAN Controller CSP
7.3 Voice and Security in a Switched Network Case Study CSP
Enabling the Labs

To enable the CCNP v6.0 SWITCH labs, create a class and check the appropriate global labs in the class settings as described in the table below.

The Cuatro Switch Pod (CSP) is used to support all but one of the labs, as shown in the Supported Lab List below. The remaining lab is supported by the Multi-purpose Academy Pod (MAP) If you wish to use all the labs, you must select both of the global labs class settings in the table below.

MAP MAP MAP CSP
Pods Global Labs Instructions
Cuatro Switch Pod (CSP)
AE CCNP V6.0 SWITCH All but one of the labs is supported with the CSP. The CSP does not support Lab 4.1.
Multi-purpose Academy Pod (MAP) AE CCNP V6.0 SWITCH-MAP-English The MAP pod is used for Lab 4.1 only.
Multi-purpose Academy Pod with ASA (MAP w/ASA) AE CCNPv6.0 SWITCH MAP/ASA The MAP w/ASA pod is used for Lab 4.1 only.

You may also allow the class to make "pod-only" reservations on a Cuatro Switch Pod. To enable pod-only reservations, select the check box for "AE CCNP Pod Reservations (no labs)" in the class settings.

The Multi-purpose Academy Pod (MAP) is also available for "pod-only" reservations. To enable pod-only reservations, select the check box for "Multi-purpose Academy Pod (no labs)" in the class settings.

The Multi-purpose Academy Pod with ASA (MAP w/ASA) is also available for "pod-only" reservations. To enable pod-only reservations, select the check box for "AE MAP w/ ASA (no labs)" in the class settings.

"Pod-only" reservations are not tied to specific lab exercises. Therefore, the pod will be configured using the default network configuration and will not be properly configured to complete CCNP SWITCH labs.

Using the Labs

Always select the correct lab exercise for the lab being performed. Students or teams should schedule the correct lab exercise from the catalog. NETLAB+ will only show those labs for which the required pod type is available. A lab that works on different pod types may appear more than once if your system is so equipped. Instructors should select the correct lab from the Exercise tab during instructor-led lab reservations. This can be done as many times as needed during the reservation.

Importance of Choosing the Correct Lab Exercise

Several of the labs may differ from the standard pod topologies. This is handled by NETLAB+ Dynamic VLAN Mapping technology. Always select the correct lab exercise for the actual lab. This insures that NETLAB+ will set up VLANs on the control switch such that lab devices and PCs are placed in the correct LAN segment for the exercise being performed. Selecting the correct exercise will also make the completed lab output easier to find in the archive.

Requirements

Router, Switch and IOS Requirements

The following recommendations are based on the CCNP v6.0 Equipment List (available on Academy Connection). Other switch models may be used. Please consult Academy Connection NetAcad Maintenance - Image & Hardware Support Assistance with Legacy Equipment and Software.


Cuatro Switch Pod

Switch
Recommended
Model(s)
Minimum
IOS
Feature Set
DLS1 Cisco 35601 12.2(46)SE Advanced IP Services (K9-M image)
DLS2 Cisco 35601 12.2(46)SE Advanced IP Services (K9-M image)
ALS1 Cisco 2960 12.2(46)SE LAN base for 2960 (K9-M image)
ALS2 Cisco 2960 12.2(46)SE LAN base for 2960 (K9-M image)

1Cisco WS-C3560V2-24PS switches ("V2" models) do not respond to a console break signal, regardless of "enable break" setting, and therefore do not work with NETLAB+ automation (reference Cisco bug CSCsv92241). Although the bug was reported fixed, the problem still persists on the V2 models as of this writing. Workarounds: use WS-C3560-24PS (non-"V2" version) switches if available, or turn off automation by using the Generic Console Device setting.


Multi-purpose Academy Pod and Multi-purpose Academy Pod w/ASA
Router /
Switch
Recommended
Model(s)
Minimum
DRAM
Minimum
IOS
Feature Set
R1 Cisco 1841
Cisco 1941
192 MB 12.4(20)T1 Advanced IP Services
R2 Cisco 1841
Cisco 1941
192 MB 12.4(20)T1 Advanced IP Services
R3 Cisco 1841
Cisco 1941
192 MB 12.4(20)T1 Advanced IP Services
S1 Cisco 3560s1 Advanced IP Services
S2 Cisco 29602 LAN Base Image
S3 Cisco 35601 Advanced IP Services

1Cisco WS-C3560V2-24PS switches ("V2" models) do not respond to a console break signal, regardless of "enable break" setting, and therefore do not work with NETLAB+ automation (reference Cisco bug CSCsv92241). Although the bug was reported fixed, the problem still persists on the V2 models as of this writing. Workarounds: use WS-C3560-24PS (non-"V2" version) switches if available, or turn off automation by using the Generic Console Device setting.

2If you plan to also use your MAP or MAP w/ASA pod for CCNPv6.0 TSHOOT, please be aware that Cisco 2950T switches are not recommended for TSHOOT CCNPv6 curriculum labs.