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IPv6 Basics Overview
IPv6 Basics Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction
- IPv6
- What is New with IPv6?
- IPv6 Header
- IPv6 Extension Headers
Module 2: Addresses
- IPv6 Address
- Address Formats
- Unicast Addresses
- Interface ID
- Special Addresses
- Multicast Addresses
- Anycast Address Format
- Stateless Address Autoconfiguration
Module 3: Messages
- ICMPv6
- ICMPv6 Message Types
- Types of Messages
- ICMPv6 Packet Format
Module 4: Neighbour Discovery Protocol
- Introduction
- Neighbour Discovery
- IPv6 Neighbour Discovery
- Neighbour Discovery Process
- Neighbour Unreachability Detection
Module 5: Supported Platforms
- IPv6 on Hosts in MAC OS
- IPv6 on Hosts in Windows
- IPv6 on Hosts in Linux
- IPv6 on Cisco Routers
- Cisco IOS Modes of Operation
- Configuration Commands
Module 6: Security
- To Protect, Deny, or Permit from The IPv6 Header
- Threats on Neighbour Discovery Protocol
- Secured Neighbor Discovery Protocol (SEND)
- Protect the Default Router with X.509 Certificates
- Secure DNS: Introduction to DNSSEC
- Secure the Router Access
- Secure the Internet Connection
- IPv6 Firewalls
- IPv6 Firewalls: CISCO IOS Firewall and Zone-based Firewalls
- Firewall Protection
- IPSec Authentication and Encryption
- Configuration of IPSec Encryption Between Routers
- Troubleshooting Commands
Module 7: Routing Strategies
- Configure IPv6 Static Routes
- Verifying Static IPv6 Route Configuration
- Take a Capture of Ping
- Take a Capture of a Traceroute
- First Hop Routing Protocols
- Gateway Load Balancing Protocol
- GLBP Benefits and Configuration
- IPv6 Domain Name System
- VRRP
- VRRP Benefits
Module 8: Applications
- IPv6 Applications
- Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
- DHCP Message Exchanges
- Terminology Mobile IPv6
- Network Management
- MANET Algorithm and Protocol
- MANET Routing and Benefits
Module 9: Multicast
- ASM Versus PIM-SSM
- MLD: Differences Between Mldv1 And Mldv2
- Strategies for RP
Module 10: Transition to IPv6
- History of Transition to IPv6
- Dual Stack
- Translation: NAT, NAT-PT, NAT64, NAT46, NAT444, NAT464
- Tunnels: 6in4, 6to4, 6RD, GRE, DVMRP, DS-Lite
- IPv6 Over MPLS For IPv4: 6PE, PVPE
- Configure 6VPE and 6PE
- MP-BGP: Explain Open Messages
- Capture Some MPLS Traffic and Explain the Labels
Who should attend this IPv6 Basics Course?
The IPv6 Basics Training Course is designed to enhance your knowledge of IPv6 addressing, routing, and implementation. Here are the professionals who can benefit from attending this Cisco Training:
- Network Administrators
- IT Support Technicians
- System Engineers
- Network Architects
- Cybersecurity Analysts
- Cloud Computing Specialists
- Telecommunications Engineers
- Technical Support Specialists
Prerequisites of the IPv6 Basics Course
There are no formal prerequisites for this IPv6 Basics Training Course. However, familiarity with networking will be beneficial.
IPv6 Basics Course Overview
IPv6, or Internet Protocol version 6, is the most recent version of the Internet Protocol designed to replace IPv4, addressing its limitations such as the exhaustion of available IP addresses. With the rapid growth of the internet and the increasing number of connected devices, the need for IPv6 has become critical to ensure seamless connectivity, improved routing, and enhanced security features.
This course is beneficial for IT professionals, network engineers, system administrators, and anyone involved in network management or internet infrastructure. Additionally, it is suitable for those working in cybersecurity, data centres, and telecommunications, enabling them to stay current with the latest developments in networking technologies and protocols.
This 2-day course by The Knowledge Academy will provide professionals with a solid foundation in IPv6 fundamentals. Delegates will learn about IPv6 addressing, configuration, and routing, empowering them to implement and manage IPv6 networks effectively, ensuring their organisations are prepared for the future of internet connectivity.
Course Objectives
- To understand the differences between IPv4 and IPv6
- To learn IPv6 addressing and sub-netting concepts
- To configure IPv6 on various devices and systems
- To implement IPv6 routing protocols
- To explore security features of IPv6
- To troubleshoot common IPv6 issues
Upon completion of the course, delegates will possess the skills needed to implement and manage IPv6 networks confidently, enhancing their organisation's capability to adapt to the growing demand for internet connectivity while ensuring optimal network performance and security.
What’s included in this IPv6 Basics Course?
- World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
- IPv6 Basics Certificate
- Digital Delegate Pack
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Unlock your potential with The Knowledge Academy's IPv6 Basics, accessible anytime, anywhere on any device. Enjoy 90 days of online course access, extendable upon request, and benefit from the support of our expert trainers. Elevate your skills at your own pace with our Online Self-paced sessions.
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IPv6 Basics certification covers essential concepts and skills related to the IPv6 protocol, including addressing, configuration, and troubleshooting. It validates your understanding of IPv6 implementation, preparing you for roles in networking and IT.
Individuals attending this course should have a strong network fundamentals background, preferably with hands-on experience building, managing and/or troubleshooting IPv4 networks.
Managers, Engineers, Architects or Designers. This course is recommended for anyone with a strong technical background who will need all the details to develop the IPv6 knowledge required to sell related products or understanding of a network design/ implementation issue.
Once your booking has been placed and confirmed, you will receive an email which contains your course location, course overview, pre-course reading material (if required), course agenda and payment receipts
In this training course, delegates will have intensive training with our experienced instructors, a digital delegate pack consisting of important notes related to this course, and a certificate after course completion.
IPv6 Basics is a 2-day immersion into IPv6 Fundamentals; giving individuals a look at all the major concerns as Enterprises move inevitably towards an IPv6 world. This course is ideally to convert IPv4 understanding into IPv6 expertise.
IPv6 is important because it provides a vastly larger address space than IPv4, ensuring the continued growth of the internet. It also enhances network security, efficiency, and performance, addressing limitations in the older IPv4 protocol.
No, the IPv6 Basics certification does not require renewal. Once earned, the certification remains valid indefinitely, reflecting your expertise in IPv6 protocols without the need for periodic recertification.
Organisations offering IPv6 Basics certifications include The Knowledge Academy, which provides comprehensive training, focusing on IPv6 protocols and network infrastructure management.
Earning the IPv6 Basics certification enhances your understanding of next-generation internet protocols, increases job opportunities in networking fields, and demonstrates expertise in managing IPv6 transitions, improving overall network performance and security skills.
Job roles related to IPv6 certification include network engineers, system administrators, IT security specialists, and network architects. These roles involve managing, securing, and optimising IPv6 network infrastructure in various organisations and industries.
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