This SD-WAN Learning Path will take the user through many aspects of the configuration for a Aruba ECS (SilverPeak) Appliance. An Aruba ECS (SilverPeak) appliance, part of the EdgeConnect series, is a specialized device for implementing software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN). This technology enables organizations to optimize and control network traffic across multiple sites, data centers, and cloud platforms, enhancing connectivity, security, and performance across distributed networks.

This learning path offers a thorough exploration of essential technologies and frameworks in SD-WAN and network security for modern enterprises. Participants will become familiar with the importance of implementing robust security policies through firewall configurations and will discover many SD-WAN security capabilities to safeguard network environments. The program also highlights key practices for addressing evolving cyber threats, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a secure and resilient network infrastructure.

This Learning Path is designed to guide users through the many possible Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) integrations with other vendors and technologies. After these videos, you will understand how to integrate Cisco SD-WAN with carrier-neutral facility providers, public cloud platforms, and some of the most popular security service edge (SSE) vendors.

SD-Routing is a new capability offered by Cisco, in an attempt to simplify and overcome the challenges of traditional routing deployments. This capability enables autonomous (non-SD-WAN) routing devices to be managed through the Catalyst SD-WAN Manager, unifying autonomous and SD-WAN devices into a single platform, unlocking many of the tools and features previously only offered to SD-WAN devices, such as device lifecycle management, DIA (Direct Internet Access), Cloud-onRamp, and troubleshooting tools. Enroll to gain practical skills in onboarding traditional routing devices into SD-WAN Manager, and become proficient in leveraging SD-Routing's benefits for simplified network management and enhanced operational agility. Start your SD-Routing journey today!

This learning path on foundational Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) provides a comprehensive introduction and deep dive into the core aspects of BGP, the backbone of the internet's routing architecture. It starts by explaining the basics of BGP, including its purpose, operation, and fundamental concepts such as Autonomous Systems (AS), BGP sessions, and the BGP routing table. The series progresses to cover more advanced topics, such as BGP path selection, route advertisement, and the implementation of various BGP attributes like Local Preference, AS Path, and MED. Through practical examples, configurations, and troubleshooting scenarios, viewers gain a thorough understanding of how BGP facilitates global data exchange and the techniques network engineers use to optimize and secure BGP networks. The series aims to equip network professionals with the knowledge needed to manage and optimize BGP in real-world environments, emphasizing best practices and common pitfalls.