Switching Deployment for Beginners – Huawei – (Instructor Led / Physical)

The Huawei Basic Switching Deployment course is designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of Huawei switching technology, focusing on practical deployment, configuration, and management. The following is a detailed outline of the course content:

1. Introduction to Networking

• Networking Fundamentals:
  • Overview of networking concepts and the role of switches.
  • Introduction to Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs).
• Networking Models:
  • Understanding the OSI and TCP/IP models.
  • Explanation of each layer’s function and interactions.

2. Overview of Huawei Switches

• Huawei Switch Products:
  • Introduction to Huawei’s range of switches (e.g., S Series, CloudEngine series).
  • Key features and specifications of various models.
• Switch Components:
  • Physical components (ports, LEDs, power supply).
  • Basic switch architecture and functionality.

3. Basic Switch Configuration

• Initial Setup:
  • Connecting to the switch using the console port.
  • Initial configuration using the Command Line Interface (CLI) and Web-based interface.
• Basic Configuration Tasks:
  • Configuring hostname, IP address, and default gateway.
  • Setting up management access (e.g., Telnet, SSH).
• Saving and Reloading Configurations:
  • Commands for saving configurations to memory.
  • Procedures for reloading and restoring configurations.

4. VLAN Configuration and Management

• Understanding VLANs:
  • Purpose and benefits of VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks).
  • VLAN tagging (IEEE 802.1Q) and trunking concepts.
• Configuring VLANs:
  • Creating and managing VLANs on Huawei switches.
  • Assigning switch ports to VLANs and configuring VLAN trunk ports.
• VLAN Verification and Troubleshooting:
  • Commands for verifying VLAN configuration (e.g., display vlan).
  • Basic troubleshooting for VLAN issues.

5. Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)

• Introduction to STP:
  • Purpose of Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) in preventing network loops.
  • Overview of STP operation and different types (e.g., STP, RSTP, MSTP).
• Configuring STP:
  • Basic STP configuration on Huawei switches.
  • Understanding Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) and Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (MSTP).
• STP Troubleshooting:
  • Using commands to monitor and troubleshoot STP issues (e.g., display stp).

6. Basic Security Features

• Port Security:
  • Configuring port security features to prevent unauthorized access.
  • Understanding MAC address filtering and limiting the number of MAC addresses per port.
• Access Control:
  • Implementing basic access control measures (e.g., user roles and permissions).
  • Configuring administrative access controls.

7. Troubleshooting and Maintenance

• Basic Troubleshooting:
  • Common network issues and their resolution.
  • Using Huawei diagnostic commands and tools (e.g., ping, traceroute, display log).
• Routine Maintenance:
  • Best practices for switch maintenance.
  • Updating firmware and backing up configurations.

8. Practical Labs and Hands-On Exercises

• Switch Configuration Lab:
  • Practical exercises for setting up and configuring Huawei switches.
  • Hands-on tasks for creating VLANs, configuring STP, and applying basic security measures.
• Troubleshooting Scenarios:
  • Simulated scenarios to practice diagnosing and resolving common issues.
  • Real-world case studies to apply theoretical knowledge.