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Arista Cloud Engineer, Level 1

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Arista ACE

Cloud Novice

L1
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SKILLS ACQUIRED
This training will equip you with the skills to configure, troubleshoot, and manage fundamental network devices and protocols, apply essential Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching and routing techniques, implement foundational network security measures to protect data and ensure compliance, understand the basics of IPv6 to prepare your network for the future, and gain an introduction to network automation using CloudVision.
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WHO IS IT FOR
ACE:L1 is designed for entry-level network engineers, network administrators, network support technicians, and IT professionals who are new to networking.
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LAB TIME
This course includes hands-on virtual labs built on current versions of EOS and CloudVision.

120 hours of cloud-based lab access, available remotely for 90 days once activated
Course Overview

The ACE:L1 Cloud Novice course provides comprehensive foundational knowledge and skills necessary to configure, troubleshoot, and manage network devices. This course covers essential topics such as Network Engineering Fundamentals, Layer 2 Switching, Layer 3 Routing, and Advanced Networking Concepts. It is designed to prepare you to effectively implement and maintain network infrastructures in Campus and Datacenter environments.

  • Network Engineering Fundamentals
  • Layer 2 Switching Fundamentals
  • Layer 3 Routing Fundamentals
  • Advanced Networking Concepts
  • Labs
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Network Engineering Fundamentals
  • Learn the basics of network structures, components, and OSI model applications.
  • Understand different cabling types and Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology.
  • Explore Ethernet, MAC addresses, and Layer 2 switching operations.
  • Get an overview of Arista EOS, its architecture, and basic CLI configuration.
  • Delve into IPv4 addressing, subnet masks, and subnetting techniques.
  • Gain insights into protocols like DHCP, ICMP, DNS, ARP, and NTP.
  • Learn the Transport Layer’s role in data transmission, focusing on TCP and UDP.
Layer 2 Switching Fundamentals
  • Understand LLDP for device discovery and creating network diagrams.
  • Learn VLAN segmentation, trunking protocols, and inter-VLAN routing.
  • Understand STP’s role in preventing loops in Layer 2 networks.
  • Explore Link Aggregation, LACP, and MLAG for increased bandwidth and redundancy.
Layer 3 Routing Fundamentals
  • Understand the role of routers in directing data across various network environments.
  • Learn about static and dynamic routing, RIP, OSPF, and route selection methods.
  • Understand WAN concepts and how NAT translates IP addresses for network communication.
Advanced Networking Concepts
  • Learn to configure ACLs, AAA, DHCP Snooping, and ARP Inspection for network security.
  • Understand QoS for traffic management, including classification, marking, and shaping.
  • Explore IPv6 addressing and configuration for modern network environments.
  • Get introduced to CloudVision for basic network automation and management.
Labs
Network Engineering Fundamentals Labs
  • Lab – Introduction to EOS CLI.
  • Lab – Management.
  • Lab – Understanding and Working with Network Protocols.
Layer 2 Switching Fundamentals Labs
  • Lab – Create a Network Diagram using LLDP.
  • Lab – Configure VLANs.
  • Lab – Configure Inter-VLAN Routing.
  • Lab – Spanning Tree Protocol.
  • Lab – LACP and MLAG.
Layer 3 Routing Fundamentals Labs
  • Lab – Configure L3 Addresses.
  • Lab – Configure Static Routing.
  • Lab – Configure Routing Protocols.
Advanced Networking Concepts Labs
  • Lab – ACL.
  • Lab – Troubleshooting ACL.
  • Lab – QoS.
  • Lab – Configure IPv6 Addressing.
  • Lab – Navigating CVP.
Modalities
This course is taught over five days in live Instructor-Led Training (ILT) or Virtual Instructor-Led Training (vILT) formats. For Self-Paced Training (SPT), the total duration of the course is approximately 45 hours.
  • Instructor-Led Training

  • Self-Paced Training

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Testimonials

"Great course which did an amazing task to introduce us to 'The Arista Way' in a manner which was easily graspable and fun”

Jayeshh S

ACE:L1
"It's refreshing that a tech company is still teaching/stressing networking basics ; a solid foundation is key for any capable architect or engineer.”

Anon

ACE:L1
"Really nice course. It is great and many important topics are touched e.g. VXLAN, Routing, CloudVision”

Pawel K

ACE:L1
"The course helped me to have an overview of network areas that I didn't have contact with and to understand the field application of the ones I had. ”

Robert O

ACE:L2
"Great course that goes into detail for each topic listed. Learned many concepts that will help me in the future with my network assignments.”

Anon

ACE:L2
"The in depth explanation of the topics, especially the inner working of EVPN and VXLAN was excellent. Deconstructing the packets and operational flow is very valuable to understand exactly how these technologies work. The instructor did a great job of explaining this and his depth of knowledge was obvious.”

Shayne K

ACE:L3
"The course does a good job of covering all the aspects of automation and how they apply to Arista products. The lab content is very structured and I really like the large and comprehensive lab environment. Much better than other vendor classes I've participated in.”

Nathan M

ACE:L5
"The course was what I was looking for - introduction to automation. The difficulty level was perfect, it was challenging enough and I felt like I learnt a lot. I especially liked the labs.”

Anon

ACE:L5
"I liked the fact the course was designed for both people knew how to code as well as people familiar with it. I learned a lot, and it made me more comfortable realizing that automation is not actually out of my grasp.”

Andrei M

ACE:L5
"The instructor was fantastic, had a clear understanding on the materials that were being presented and was able to backup his presentations with his knowledge.”

Brian B

ACE:L4
"The instructor was very knowledgable and able to explain the concepts very clearly, using his own diagrams that he drew during class specifically to explain certain topics. I felt he was also very approachable and helpful when answering any questions I had.”

Anon

ACE:L4
"Fantastic course. The layout was great and the labs were great also. Not a single complaint or even constructive criticism. You can see the amount of hard work that went into building this class.”

Mike C

ACE:L3