Implementing Cisco MPLS (MPLS) Exam 642-611 Course

Course Code: TO 133
Course Abstract:

The 642-661 BGP exam is a qualifying exam for the CCIP certification. The 642-661 BGP exam tests material covered under the Configuring BGP on Cisco Routers (BGP) v 3.1 course. The BGP exam assesses a candidate's understanding of the theory of BGP, ability to configure BGP on Cisco IOS routers, and skills with troubleshooting on BGP. As a routing protocol, BGP is one of the underlying foundations of the Internet and new-world technologies.

The CCIP (Cisco Certified Internetwork Professional) provides individuals working in service provider organizations with competencies in infrastructure IP networking solutions. CCIP professionals have detailed understanding of networking technologies in the service provider arena including IP routing, IP QoS, BGP, and MPLS.  The 642-611 exam is one of the four core exams required for the Cisco CCIP. 

Documentation
Course Materials consist of the following materials:
> A Welcome Kit
> CCIP MPLS Study Guide

Exam Preparation
Completion, review & discussion of examination question examples.

Examination
Cisco will ask advanced questions on the following topics:
> MPLS Fundamentals
> MPLS Operation
> Frame-Mode/Cell-Mode MPLS Implementation, Configuration and Troubleshooting
> MPLS Virtual Private Networks Technology
> MPLS VPN Implementation, Configuration and Troubleshooting
> Complex MPLS VPNs
> Internet Access from a MPLS VPN

As with most Cisco exams, the MPLS is considered to be very challenging. Participants should expect to spend many hours studying for this exam both in lab and in text.  The exam normally lasts 75 minutes.  However, you will have 90 minutes to complete the exam.

Criteria for Certification
Cisco does not publish the pass score for this exam; however rumors say that the normal passing score is 849 out of 1000. The exam contains somewhere between 60 and 70 questions that include multiple choice, drag and drop, and simulation style questions in varying numbers.

Audience: This course is primarily targeted at IT professionals who have a large amount of experience with network design and implementation.
Duration: 5 days
Learning Outcomes:

Upon the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
> Explain basic core MPLS technology and concepts
> Explain the function of MPLS Labels and Label Stack
> Identify MPLS Applications
> Describe the characteristics and behaviors of Label Distribution in Frame-mode MPLS
> Explain Convergence in Frame-mode MPLS
> Describe the characteristics and behaviors of Label Distribution over LC-ATM Interfaces and VC Merge
> Describe the features of MPLS Label Allocation, Distribution, and Retention Modes
> Explain the process of LDP Neighbor Discovery
> Identify the functions of CEF Switching
> Explain and configure Frame-mode MPLS on Cisco IOS platforms
> Monitor MPLS on Cisco IOS platforms - Frame-mode interfaces
> Troubleshoot Frame-Mode MPLS configurations on Cisco IOS Platforms
> Explain and configure Label-Controlled ATM MPLS
> Explain and configure LC-ATM MPLS over ATM Virtual Path
> Monitor LC-ATM MPLS on Cisco IOS platforms
> Describe the characteristics and functions of Virtual Private Networks
> Describe Overlay and Peer-to-Peer VPNs
> Explain Major VPN Categorization
> Describe MPLS VPN Architecture
> Describe the MPLS VPN Routing Model
> Explain the process of MPLS VPN Packet Forwarding
> Explain MPLS VPN Mechanisms supported on Cisco Platforms
> Configure VRF tables
> Configure MP-BGP Session between PE routers
> Configure Small Scale Routing Protocols
> Monitor MPLS VPN Operation
> Configure OSPF as the Routing Protocol
> Configure BGP as the Routing Protocol
> Troubleshoot basic MPLS VPN configuration errors
> Describe the advanced VRF Import/Export Features
> Explain the characteristics of Overlapping VPNs
> Explain the features of Central Services VPNs
> Describe Managed CE Router Service
> Explain VPN Internet Access Topologies
> Describe VPN Internet Access Implementation Methods
> Describe the methods to Separate Internet Access from VPN Service
> Internet Access Backbone as a Separate VPN

Benefits
> A solid credential that can be utilized in any industry
> Validation of achievement in an industry-valued skill
> Viable career path, leading to higher level positions

Course Topics:

The following information provides general guidelines for the content likely to be included on the exam. However, other related topics may also appear on any specific delivery of the exam.

MPLS Fundamentals
Explain basic core MPLS technology and concepts
Explain the function of MPLS Labels and Label Stack
Identify MPLS Applications

MPLS Operation
Describe the characteristics and behaviors of Label Distribution in Frame-mode MPLS
Explain Convergence in Frame-mode MPLS
Describe the characteristics and behaviors of Label Distribution over LC-ATM Interfaces and VC Merge
Describe the features of MPLS Label Allocation, Distribution, and Retention Modes
Explain the process of LDP Neighbor Discovery

Frame-Mode/Cell-Mode MPLS Implementation, Configuration and Troubleshooting
Identify the functions of CEF Switching
Explain and configure Frame-mode MPLS on Cisco IOS platforms
Monitor MPLS on Cisco IOS platforms - Frame-mode interfaces
Troubleshoot Frame-Mode MPLS configurations on Cisco IOS Platforms
Explain and configure Label-Controlled ATM MPLS
Explain and configure LC-ATM MPLS over ATM Virtual Path
Monitor LC-ATM MPLS on Cisco IOS platforms

MPLS Virtual Private Networks Technology
Describe the characteristics and functions of Virtual Private Networks
Describe Overlay and Peer-to-Peer VPNs
Explain Major VPN Categorization
Describe MPLS VPN Architecture
Describe the MPLS VPN Routing Model
Explain the process of MPLS VPN Packet Forwarding

MPLS VPN Implementation, Configuration and Troubleshooting
Explain MPLS VPN Mechanisms supported on Cisco Platforms
Configure VRF tables
Configure MP-BGP Session between PE routers
Configure Small Scale Routing Protocols
Monitor MPLS VPN Operation
Configure OSPF as the Routing Protocol
Configure BGP as the Routing Protocol
Troubleshoot basic MPLS VPN configuration errors

Complex MPLS VPNs
Describe the advanced VRF Import/Export Features
Explain the characteristics of Overlapping VPNs
Explain the features of Central Services VPNs
Describe Managed CE Router Service

Internet Access from a MPLS VPN
Explain VPN Internet Access Topologies
Describe VPN Internet Access Implementation Methods
Describe the methods to Separate Internet Access from VPN Service
Internet Access Backbone as a Separate VPN

Prerequisites: Due to the pace and duration of this course, ideal candidates for this course operate in medium to very large computing environment:
> They have a minimum of one-year experience working in a LAN/WAN environment
> They have a minimum of six months experience in a multi-LAN environment
> Hold the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification
Note: All fields are required
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