Course Schedule
| Date | Time | Price | Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM CT | $3,995.00 | |
| 07/13/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM CT | $3,995.00 |
Overview
This course is designed to provide in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in designing, configuring, and troubleshooting Data Center networks using Arista technologies. Participants will gain expertise in Layer 2 and Layer 3 Leaf-Spine architectures, VXLAN and EVPN overlays, and CloudVision provisioning and monitoring. Certification- Level3 Specialist Data Center Engineering.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Design and implement Layer 2 and Layer 3 Leaf-Spine architectures
- Configure and troubleshoot VXLAN and EVPN overlays
- Use CloudVision for provisioning, monitoring, and automation
- Perform upgrades and monitor EOS operations
- Understand best practices for Data Center network design
Course Outline
Layer 2 Leaf-Spine (L2LS) Design Overview
- Drivers for Layer 2 Leaf Spine Topologies
- L2LS Design Overview
- L2LS Architecture: Plan for Performance, Redundancy, and Growth
Layer 2 Technologies
- VLANs
- STP
- LACP
- MLAG
- Default Gateway Redundancy (FHRP)
Building L2LS Fabric
- Build L2LS DC Network Using CLI
- Build L2LS DC Network Using CVP Configlets
Layer 3 Leaf-Spine Design
- L2LS Review
- L3LS Design
Underlay Routing Options
- OSPF
- IS-IS
- Introduction to BGP
- eBGP Underlay Configuration
- BGP Underlay Deployment Options
VXLAN Design
- VXLAN Overview
- VXLAN Control Plane Options
- VXLAN With MLAG
- VXLAN Best Practices
- Troubleshooting VXLAN
EVPN Overlay
- eVPN Fundamentals
- eVPN Advanced Concepts
- eVPN Multihoming
- eVPN Design Best Practices
- Configuring L3LS DC Network with CVP Studios
CloudVision Overview & Setup
- Cloudvision Overview
- Cloudvision Setup
CloudVision Provisioning
- Device Registration
- Network Provisioning
- Zero Touch Provisioning
CloudVision Studios
- Studios Overview
- Configuring L3LS DC Network with CVP Studio
Monitoring with CVP
- Monitoring Devices with CVP
- Dashboards
- Events
- Topology
EOS Ops Upgrade, Monitor, Troubleshoot
- EOS Reloads and Upgrades
- EOS Monitoring Tools
- Advanced Event Management (AEM)
- Troubleshooting EOS Hardware & Software
Prerequisites
Participants should have a foundational understanding of networking concepts, including Ethernet, IP addressing, and routing protocols. Familiarity with Arista EOS and basic CLI operations is recommended.
FAQ
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