Gain valuable skills in reinforcing MPLS VPN fundamental concepts, benefits, and classifications and learn to configure optional paths for traffic to avoid network congestion.

This comprehensive course equips you with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage end-customer VPN environments built over a common service provider MPLS backbone. Through a variety of hands-on labs, you’ll reinforce key MPLS VPN concepts, including classification, components, control and data plane operations, routing, and implementation for both IPv6 and IP multicast VPNs.

 

Overview

The Implementing Cisco Service Provider VPN Services (SPVI) v1.0 course prepares you to manage end-customer Virtual Private Network (VPN) environments built over a common service provider Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) backbone. You will complete hands-on labs to reinforce MPLS VPN fundamental concepts, benefits, and classification, MPLS components, MPLS control plane and data plane operations, MPLS VPN routing using Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF), Layer 2 and Layer 3 MPLS VPNs, IPv6 MPLS VPN implementations, IP Multicast VPNs, and shared services VPNs. The course also covers solutions for deploying MPLS VPN crossing multiple Service Provider domains that improve the use of network bandwidth.

This course prepares you for the 300-515 Implementing Cisco Service Provider VPN Services (SPVI) exam. By passing this exam, you earn the Cisco Certified Specialist – Service Provider VPN Services Implementation certification, and you satisfy the concentration exam requirement for the Cisco CCNP Service Provider certification. This course also earns you 40 Continuing Education (CE) credits towards recertification.

Skills Covered

  • Describe VPN concepts and operation in a Service Provider environment
  • Implement Layer 3 MPLS VPN operations in a Service Provider environment
  • Implement Layer 3 Inter-domain MPLS VPN services traversing multiple Service Providers
  • Implement Layer 3 Multicast MPLS VPN operations in a Service Provider environment
  • Troubleshoot typical issues in Layer 3 MPLS VPN environments
  • Implement Layer 2 VPN operations in a Service Provider environment
  • Troubleshoot Layer 2 VPN issues in a Service Provider network
  • Implement MPLS VPN solutions for IPv6 environments
  • Troubleshoot MPLS VPN solutions for IPv6 environments

Prerequisites

Before taking this course, you should have Service Provider knowledge at the professional level, equivalent to the material in the following Cisco courses:

  • Building Cisco Service Provider Next-Generation Networks Part 1 (SPNGN1)
  • Building Cisco Service Provider Next-Generation Networks Part 2 (SPNGN2)
  • Deploying Cisco Service Provider Network Routing (SPROUTE)

In the new certification program, foundational material is covered in these courses:

Target Audience

  • Network administrators
  • Network engineers
  • Network supervisors
  • Network managers
  • Network Operations Center (NOC) personnel
  • Network designers
  • Network architects
  • Channel partner

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introducing VPN Services.

  • VPN Fundamentals.
  • MPLS VPN Control Plane Operation.

Module 2: Troubleshooting MPLS VPN Underlay.

  • Troubleshoot Core Interior Gateway Protocol (IGP).
  • Troubleshoot Border Gateway Protocol (BGP).

Module 3: Implementing Layer 3 MPLS VPNs.

  • Multiprotocol BGP (MP-BGP) Routing Requirements in MPLS VPNs.
  • Provider Edge to Customer Edge (PE-to-CE) Routing Requirements in Layer 3 MPLS VPNs.

Module 4: Implementing Layer 3 Interdomain MPLS VPNs.

  • Inter-Autonomous System (AS) for Layer 3 MPLS VPNs.
  • Content Security and Control (CSC) for Layer 3 MPLS VPNs.

Module 5: Implementing Layer 3 Multicast MPLS VPNs.

  • Multicast VPN (MVPN) Fundamentals.
  • Implement Intranet MVPN.

Module 6: Troubleshooting Intra-AS Layer 3 VPNs.

  • Troubleshoot PE-CE Connectivity.
  • Troubleshoot PE-to-Route Reflector.

Module 7: Implementing Layer 2 VPNs.

  • Layer 2 Service Architecture and Carrier Ethernet Services.
  • Refresh on Traditional Ethernet LAN (E-LAN), E-Line, and E-Tree Solutions.

Module 8: Troubleshooting Layer 2 VPNs.

  • Troubleshoot Common Issues for Traditional E-Line, E-LAN, and E-Tree Ethernet Solutions.
  • Troubleshoot Common Issues for Ethernet VPN (EVPN) Native, EVPN Virtual Private Wire Service (VPWS), and EVPN Integrated Routing and Bridging (IRB) Solutions.

Module 9: Implementing Layer 3 IPv6 MPLS VPNs.

  • Classical Solutions for Deploying IPv6 over IPv4 Environments.
  • Using 6VPE to Deploy IPv6 Connectivity over MPLS Environment.

Module 10: Troubleshooting Layer 3 IPv6 MPLS VPNs.

  • Troubleshooting PE-to-PE Connectivity.

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Exam & Certification

300-515 SPVI Exam: Implementing Cisco Service Provider VPN Services

The Implementing Cisco Service Provider VPN Services v1.0 (SPVI 300-515) exam is a 90-minute exam associated with the following certifications:
  • CCNP Service Provider
  • Cisco Certified Specialist – Service Provider VPN Services Implementation

This exam tests a candidate’s knowledge of implementing service provider VPN services, including Layer 2, Layer 3, and IPv6. The course, Implementing Cisco Service Provider VPN Services, helps candidates to prepare for this exam.

Training & Certification Guide

Software and networking become more and more interconnected every day. Technology  advances are enabling new applications and businesses that connect everything—people, devices, machines, and applications. And with intent-based networking, service providers can take advantage of automation to scale and secure their infrastructure. To capitalize on these opportunities, today’s service provider professionals need a broader range of skills and deeper focus in strategic technology areas. The CCNP Service Provider certification program gives you exactly that breadth and depth.

We designed the CCNP Service Provider certification to help you prove your skills in the ever-changing landscape of service provider technologies. The certification covers core technologies and a service provider focus area of your choice. You choose where you want to focus. You choose where to take your career.

Among the industry’s most widely recognized and respected certifications, CCNP sets you apart. It tells the world you know what you are doing. In addition, completing any CCNP certification exam earns you a Cisco Specialist certification, so you get recognized for your  accomplishments along the way.

  • Show the world you know your stuff with a high-value certification
  • Customize your certification to your technical focus
  • Position yourself for advancement in the fast-paced world of service provider technologies
  • Add service provider automation skills to your areas of expertise
  • Earn a Specialist certification for passing any CCNP exam – core or concentration
  • Qualify for the CCIE Service Provider lab exam by passing the CCNP core exam
  • Link that CCNP certification badge to all your social media profiles

The CCNP Service Provider certification program prepares you for today’s professional-level job roles in service provider technologies. One of the industry’s most respected certifications, CCNP validates the core knowledge you need while providing the flexibility to choose a focus area.

To earn CCNP Service Provider, you pass two exams: a core exam and a concentration exam of
your choice.

You can prepare for this exam by taking the training course, Implementing and Operating Cisco Service Provider Network Core Technologies (SPCOR).

  • Concentration exams focus on emerging and industry-specific topics such as advanced routing, VPN services, and automation. You can prepare for concentration exams by taking corresponding Cisco training courses. Choose your CCNP Service Provider concentration exam from these options:

Implementing Cisco Service Provider Advanced Routing Solutions (300-510 SPRI)
The Implementing Cisco Service Provider VPN Services (300-515 SPVI)
Automating and Programming Cisco Service Provider Solutions (300-535 SPAUTO)

The CCNP Service Provider certification and training program provides real-world, job-focused skills in key areas. CCNP Service Provider validates the knowledge you need to excel in your job.

Duration: 90 minutes
Languages: English

Price: $300 USD

This exam tests your knowledge of implementing service provider VPN services, including:

  • Layer 2
  • Layer 3
  • IPv6

Frequently Asked Questions

This course will help you:

  • Gain valuable skills in reinforcing MPLS VPN fundamental concepts, benefits, and classifications
  • Learn to configure optional paths for traffic to avoid network congestion
  • Earn 40 CE credits toward recertification
  • Prepare to take the 300-515 SPVI exam

The 300-515 SPVI exam certifies your knowledge of implementing service provider VPN services including Layer 2, Layer 3, and IPv6. After you pass 300-515 SPVI, you earn the Cisco Certified Specialist – Service Provider VPN Services Implementation certification, and you satisfy the concentration exam requirement for the CCNP Service Provider certification.

Certification fulfillment process

  • Every written proctored exam passed, except CCT and CCNA exams, equals a Specialist certification.
  • Within 24 hours of passing your certifying exam, you will receive an email advising you on the next steps. You must complete the steps to trigger the fulfillment process.
  • The Cisco Certification Tracking System records exam and certification status. Keep your contact information up to date to receive notifications about your certification.
  • After you have certified, you will be authorized to use the logo associated with the specific certification you have achieved. Before using a logo, you must read and acknowledge the Cisco Certifications Logo Agreement. The logo will be available for download in your profile within the Certifications Tracking System.

Certification Kit

Your certification kit will include the following items:

  • PDF version of your certificate
  • Certification logo available for download through your profile.
  • Option for printed certificate to be shipped to you (6-8 weeks for shipping)
  • Digital badge of the Certification logo (through Acclaim)

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