Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) Management and Operation Training Course
Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) represents a contemporary approach to managing and optimising wide area networks (WANs) that connect various segments of an organisation’s infrastructure – including branch offices, data centres, and cloud services – across extensive geographical regions.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) targets intermediate-level network professionals who aim to effectively manage and operate SD-WAN networks, covering design, configuration, troubleshooting, and optimisation.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Grasp the fundamental concepts, advantages, and challenges associated with SD-WAN technologies.
- Design an SD-WAN architecture that meets specific organisational requirements and deploy SD-WAN solutions effectively.
- Implement and manage security features within an SD-WAN environment.
- Monitor, manage, and troubleshoot SD-WAN environments.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and discussion.
- Ample exercises and practice.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction to SD-WAN
- Evolution of WAN
- SD-WAN concepts and benefits
- SD-WAN architecture and components
Planning and Designing an SD-WAN Network
- Assessing network requirements
- Design considerations and best practices
- Migration strategies from legacy WAN to SD-WAN
SD-WAN Technology Deep Dive
- Underlay and overlay networks
- SD-WAN edge devices configuration
- Controller and management platform setup
Managing and Operating SD-WAN
- Traffic management and application steering
- Monitoring tools and analytics
- Implementing security and QoS policies
Troubleshooting and Optimization
- Common SD-WAN issues and resolutions
- Network performance optimization techniques
- Advanced troubleshooting tools
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic understanding of networking concepts
- Familiarity with WAN technologies
Audience
- Network engineers
- Network administrators
- IT managers
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