Before taking this course, you should have the following knowledge and skills:

  • Internet web browser usability knowledge
  • Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking
  • Familiarity with network management concepts such as Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), Syslog, and NetFlow

The following Cisco courses can help you gain the knowledge you need to prepare for this course:

  • Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)
  • Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR)