Cisco ARCH 2.0: Storage Area Network Design Considerations


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
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Overview/Description
To identify the components of SAN, the types of storage topologies, and the features and design principles of SAN technologies

Target Audience
Designing Cisco Network Service Architectures (ARCH 2.0) is the recommended training for individuals seeking the Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP) and the Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) certifications. Designing Cisco Network Service Architectures is also recommended for individuals who design complex enterprise network architectures, including Network Analysts, Network Consultants and System Engineers

Prerequisites
The knowledge and skills contained in the Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices Part 1 (ICND1), Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices Part 2 (ICND2) Designing Cisco Internetwork Solutions (CCDA), Building Scalable Cisco Internetworks (BCSI), and Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN) learning paths; Learners should also complete the following courses or have the equivalent experience in Implementing Secure Converged WANs (ISCW) and Optimized Converged Cisco Networks (ONT); a good understanding of Cisco VoIP and BGP is also recommended

Expected Duration (hours)
1.5

Lesson Objectives

Cisco ARCH 2.0: Storage Area Network Design Considerations

  • identify SAN components and the types of storage topologies.
  • recognize the features of SAN technologies.
  • identify the factors to consider when using the Cisco MDS 9000 switch family in SAN design.
  • recognize SAN extension considerations.
  • recommend a SAN design in a given scenario.
  • Course Number:
    253557_eng