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ACC-1000: Introduction to Layer 2 Transport and Tunneling Technologies (L2VPNs)
This session provides an in-depth analysis of the technologies available for the transport of Layer 2 frames across IP and Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) cores. Focusing on the advantages of consolidated core networks, the course gives an overview of new technologies that will enable forwarding ATM, Frame Relay, Ethernet, and other encapsulations directly over IP-based cores. The presentation examines efforts being made in the IETF to standardize methods of Layer 2 transport for packet-switched networks (PSNs). A full discussion of the Cisco implementation of Any Transport over MPLS (AToM), Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol Version 3 (L2TPv3) , virtual private LAN service (VPLS), and Layer 2 interworking protocols is presented. We consider what problems they solve and some of the common challenges associated with these services.

ACC-1010: Introduction to 802.11 Wireless Networks
This session provides an introduction to wireless IEEE 802.11 LAN technology. Participants receive an introduction to wireless radio characteristics, fundamental concepts, government regulation, basic IEEE 802.11 architecture, media access control (MAC), modulation techniques, and the differences between IEEE 802.11 technologies.

ACC-1011: Introduction to Wireless Mobile Networks
This session provides an introduction to wireless IEEE 802.11 LAN technology. Participants are introduced to wireless radio characteristics, fundamental concepts, government regulation, basic IEEE 802.11 architecture,Media Access Control (MAC), modulation techniques used, and basic differences between IEEE 802.11 a/b/g technologies.

ACC-1N00: Introduction to 802.11 Wireless Networks
Whether the vehicle is a first responder, a commuter train, a service truck, or a bus, having constant data and voice communication within mobile environments allows for capabilities never before possible. This session covers what a Wireless Mobile Network (WMN) architecture is, a brief overview of Mobile IP, and an example of how one is implemented. Networkers will learn the different technologies that make up a WMN and eliminate the need for installation of any special software on the locally connected devices (laptops, etc.) in the mobile environment.

ACC-2000: Layer 2 Transport and Tunneling (L2VPN) Application and Deployment
This presentation focuses on how layer 2 VPN technology is being applied by many service providers to enhance the use of their converged networks. Taking a case study approach to several deployment scenarios, the primary focus is on how ATM, Ethernet, and Frame Relay edge services can be deployed over packet-switched networks. This includes a discussion of tools that allow the service provider to offer Differentiated Services over a packet-based infrastructure. For a Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) backbone, the presentation discusses how enhancements in traffic engineering and bandwidth protection can be used to provide tight service-level agreements (SLAs).

ACC-2001: Design considerations for Sizing and Scaling Metro Layer 2 Services
This presentation delivers results from the extensive testing performed in Cisco labs, where analysis of point-to-point Virtual Private Wire Service (VPWS) and point-to-multipoint Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS) implementations has been undertaken. The technology- and implementation-specific components of metropolitan (metro) Layer 2 service scalability are identified, along with best practice recommendations for architecture and configurations necessary for a successful deployment.

ACC-2002: Enhanced Aggregation in Broadband Deployment
This presentation covers the implementation of revenue-generating services in broadband deployments, features that help reduce operating expenses (OpEx) and capital expenditures (CapEx), and those features that minimize effects of large-scale outages. Dynamic bandwidth selection, various methods for per-subscriber or tiered service differentiation, per-session and per-subscriber quality of service (QoS), per-user security, and service selection are some of the newer service infrastructures that are discussed. The presentation also includes a case study involving many of these features.

ACC-2010: Deploying Mobility in High Availability Wireless LANs
The Cisco Structured Wireless Aware Network (SWAN) is an innovative approach to delivering 802.11 WLAN awareness in a Cisco infrastructure. Cisco SWAN delivers features such as fast, secure mobility, RF medium control and security, and simplified operational management by taking advantage of advanced intelligence in Cisco IOS Software and innovative management tools such as the Cisco Wireless LAN Solution Engine (WLSE). This in-depth session investigates the Cisco SWAN components down to the packet transfer level, covering setup and theory of operations and providing best practices for design, deployment, and operations.

ACC-2011: Deploying Secure Wireless LANs
This session focuses on best practices and guidelines for deploying secure wireless LANs (WLANs). WLAN security vulnerabilities and threats along with design and deployment criteria for securing WLAN networks are discussed. Latest developments and enhancements in WLAN security (such as Wi-Fi Protected Access and 802.11i) are included as part of this discussion. Topics covered include how to select authentication types (Cisco Extensible Authentication Protocol [LEAP], Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol-Generic Token Card [PEAP-GTC], PEAP-Microsoft Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol Version 2 [PEAP-MS-CHAPv2], Transparent LAN Services [TLS], Tunneled TLS [TTLS], IP Security [IPSec], etc.); how to select encryption protocols (RC4, Advanced Encryption Standard [AES], and Triple Digital Encryption Standard [3DES]); key management (unicast/broadcast); authentication, authorization, and accounting [AAA] server scaling for EAP and 802.1x deployment; and redundancy for AAA, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and Domain Name System (DNS) services. Example enterprise, small and medium-sized business, and industry vertical deployments are examined as well.

ACC-2012: Design and Deployment of Outdoor Wireless LAN/Bridging Networks
Design and Deployment of Outdoor Wireless LAN/Bridging Networks. This session about outdoor 802.11 wireless network design includes an overview and deployment of wireless bridging. The application of outdoor 802.11 networks for metropolitan mobile networks, public access, and enterprise bridging are presented. Topics discussed include the transport of data and voice over wireless bridge links; outdoor wireless network design guidelines, including site surveys, antenna selection, and alignment; troubleshooting; propagation; and interference. Real world case studies drawn from various industries are discussed.

ACC-2013: Wireless LAN and Cisco Voice Deployment Recommendations
With the advent of adding voice to predominantly data wireless networks, site surveys and wireless deployments have to be adjusted. Just as new standards were required for wired telephony, so too have standards been updated for wireless telephony. Many of these standards have only recently been solidified. This session addresses many of the recommended standards needed to successfully deploy Cisco 7920 wireless phones and a voice-capable wireless network. These recommendations encompass RF site surveys, configuration of access points, phones, Cisco CallManager, and access control servers (ACSs).

ACC-2014: Designing & Deploying Public Wireless LANs
Designing & Deploying Public Wireless LANs This session describes how to design and deploy public wireless networks. The session focuses on the architectures and design factors to consider for deployment of a public wireless network. Networkers will learn about the current market trends, subscriber ease of use, security considerations, access control, delivery of high-value services, location-based context and branding, roaming, scalability, availability and more. Network deployment models implemented by Cisco customers worldwide are discussed, as well as the key features implemented to deliver a high-quality service.

ACC-3000: Troubleshooting WAN Protocols in Cisco IOS
This session focuses on troubleshooting commonly deployed WAN protocols on Cisco IOS Software based enterprise platforms. Building on their configuration experiences, participants learn how to troubleshoot scenarios such as "interface up, but line protocol down," "red, yellow, and blue alarms," "link up, but cannot pass traffic," "CRC errors on an ATM interface," and data-link connection identifier (DLCI) mapping problems. In addition to Layer 2 WAN protocols, this session also focuses on how to troubleshoot Layer 1 WAN problems arising on T1/T3 (T-carriers) and SONET lines such as "red, yellow, and blue alarms," "loopbacks," and "RDI and AIS alarms."

ACC-3001: Troubleshooting Layer 2 Transport and Tunneling (L2VPN) Technologies
This presentation focuses on troubleshooting of Layer 2 VPN technologies. Building on configuration experiences and review, and using a case study approach, Networkers learn how to troubleshoot scenarios that involve deployments of ATM, Ethernet, Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), and Frame Relay over packet-switched networks (PSN). The case studies include Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) and Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol Version 3 (L2TPv3) backbones and their specific troubleshooting techniques. In particular, the session presents case studies for interworking of different layer 2 technologies over Any Transport over MPLS (AToM), local switching examples of Ethernet to Ethernet, Frame Relay to Frame Relay, and local switching plus interworking with locally switched Frame Relay to ATM. This session is designed for engineers in charge of converged packet-switched network deployments. Networkers with an understanding of Cisco IOS Software configuration of WAN protocols as well as transport and tunneling technologies, including MPLS and L2TPv3, should attend.


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