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HPE Aruba Networking Certified Associate - Switching

Join Emigo Networks to master the fundamentals and advanced concepts required to excel in the networking domain.

HPE Aruba Networking Certified Associate - Switching

Enhance your skills in designing, configuring, and managing Aruba networking solutions. Elevate your career with the HPE Aruba Networking Certified Associate – Switching (ACA - Switching) certification, showcasing your expertise in implementing robust switching technologies and managing complex network environments with Aruba’s cutting-edge solutions. Join Emigo Networks to master the fundamentals and advanced concepts required to excel in the networking domain.

Course Overview

The HPE Aruba Networking Certified Associate - Switching (ACA - Switching) Certification from Emigo Networks validates your foundational skills in configuring and managing modern, open-standard networking solutions. This certification focuses on utilizing HPE Aruba Networking OS-CX routing and switching technologies in environments such as small-to-midsized businesses (SMBs), edge networks, and simple core setups.

Emigo Networks offers a comprehensive training program for the HPE Aruba Networking Certified Associate – Switching (ACA - Switching) certification. Our expertly designed curriculum covers key networking concepts such as Aruba OS-CX routing, switching technologies, and network configuration essentials tailored for small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs), edge networks, and simple core environments.

Under the guidance of experienced trainers, you will gain hands-on experience with HPE Aruba’s advanced networking solutions, including routers, switches, and firewalls. Our real-time projects and practical case studies will further equip you with the skills necessary to manage and optimize modern network infrastructures.

What You'll Learn

  • Understand the fundamentals of networking and Layer 2 switching technologies.
  • Configure and manage Aruba switches using the ArubaOS-CX and ArubaOS-Switch platforms.
  • Implement VLANs, trunking, and link aggregation for optimized traffic flow.
  • Learn Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) concepts to prevent network loops.
  • Explore port security and access control to enhance network security.
  • Gain hands-on experience with switch setup, configuration, and troubleshooting.
  • Understand basic routing concepts and how switches support routing protocols.
  • Prepare for real-world enterprise switch deployment and operations.

Syllabus Summary

Identify, describe, and apply foundational networking architectures and technologies.
  • Describe and explain the OSI Model. (2%)
  • Describe and explain the most common layer media (Layer 1). (2%)
  • Describe the basics of Layer 2 Ethernet, including broadcast domains. (3%)
  • Describe the basics of Layer 3 addressing, including subnetting, ARP, and routing. (4%)
  • Define and recognize the purpose and interaction of Layer 4 (Transport) protocols in an IP network. (1%)
  • Identify the role of various network management protocols such as TFTP, SFTP, FTP, Telnet, and SNMPv2 (2%)
  • Identify and describe the concept of QoS and explain its significance in converged networks. (1%)
  • Describe and explain the basic network security setup on HPE Aruba Networking switches. (2%)
  • Describe Layer 2 redundancy technologies such as STP/RSTP and VSF, including their benefits. (2%)
  • Describe and apply link aggregation. (2%)
  • Identify, describe, and explain VLANs (3%)
Identify, describe, and differentiate HPE Aruba Networking products' and solutions' functions and features.
  • Identify basic features and management options for HPE Aruba Networking wired products (5%)
  • Identify the software capabilities and differentiators in the HPE Networking switching product line (6%)
  • Identify the hardware capabilities and differentiators in the HPE Networking switching product line (5%)
  • Identify and describe available tool sets for managing HPE Aruba Networking products (CLI-based, web, scripted, SNMP, Aruba Central, mobile app, and API). (5%)
Install, configure, set up, and validate wired network solutions.
  • Configure basic features on HPE Aruba Networking switches, including initial settings and management access. (7%)
  • Configure HPE Aruba Networking switches with Layer 2 technologies such as RSTP/MSTP, link aggregation, VLANs, and LLDP. (6%)
  • Configure HPE Aruba Networking switches with Layer 3 technologies including IP addressing, routing (5%)
  • Validate the installed solution via show commands. (4%)
Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain HPE Aruba Networking solutions.
  • Troubleshoot switched and routed networks. (10%)
  • Use general troubleshooting tools. (7%)
Manage and monitor HPE Aruba Networking solutions.
  • Perform network management and administrative tasks according to best practices. (16%)

Prerequisites

  • There are no prerequisites for this path

Required Exams

  • Exam ID              HPE6-A86
  • Exam duration              1 hour 30 minutes
  • Exam length              $260 USD

Who Should Attend

  • Entry-level network engineers and technicians seeking foundational switching skills
  • IT professionals responsible for configuring and managing enterprise network infrastructure
  • System administrators transitioning into network roles
  • Students and recent graduates pursuing a career in networking
  • Professionals preparing for Aruba Certified Switching Associate (ACSA) certification
  • Individuals aiming to enhance their understanding of Aruba switching technologies and solutions

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