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  Objectives Part 1: Establish Topology and Configure Basic Router and Switch Settings  Part 2: Manually Configure IPv6 Addresses Part 3: Verify End-to-End Connectivity  Context / Scenario In this lab, you will setup IPv6 addresses on host and device interfaces. The show command will display IPv6 unicast addresses. Using ping and traceroute commands, you will also test end-to-end connection. Note: Cisco 4221 routers running Cisco IOS XE Release 16.9.4 are used in CCNA hands-on labs (universalk9 image). The lab switches are Cisco Catalyst 2960s running Cisco IOS Release 15.2(2). (lanbasek9 image). Other routers, switches, and versions of Cisco IOS may be used. Depending on the model and Cisco IOS version, the available commands and output may differ from what is demonstrated in the labs. For the correct interface identifiers, consult the Router Interface Summary Table at the end of the lab. Note: Ensure that all startup configurations have been removed from the routers an...

 Objectives Part 1: Experiment with Various IPv6 Address Types Part 2: Examine a Host IPv6 Network Interface and Address Context / Scenario Due to the depletion of Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) network address space and the transition to IPv6, networking experts must understand how IPv4 and IPv6 networks operate. Numerous devices and programmes support IPv6 already. This includes significant Internetwork Operating System (IOS) compatibility for Cisco devices and support for workstation/server operating systems, such as Windows and Linux. This lab focuses on IPv6 addresses and their constituent components. In Part 1, you will determine the IPv6 address types and their abbreviations. In Part 2, you will examine a computer's IPv6 settings. Essential Resources ◾1 PC (Windows with Internet access) Instructions Part 1: Experiment with Various IPv6 Address Types In this section, you'll identify the various IPv6 address types and get experience compressing and decompressing IPv6 a...

Objectives Part 1: Analyze Network Requirements  Part 2: Construct the VLSM Address Scheme Part 3: Configure and Cable the IPv4 Network Context / Scenario Variable Length Subnet Mask (VLSM) was created to prevent IP address wastage. A network is subnetted and subsequently re-subnetted using VLSM. This procedure may be run numerous times to generate subnets of varying sizes depending on the desired number of hosts per subnet. Effective usage of VLSM involves planning of addresses. Use the network address 192.168.33.128.0/25 to construct an address scheme for the network seen in the topology diagram. VLSM is used to satisfy the IPv4 addressing specifications. After designing the VLSM address scheme, the interfaces on the routers will be configured with the proper IP address information. Addresses will need to be assigned to the future LANS at BR2, but no interfaces will be setup at this time. Note: Cisco 4221 routers running Cisco IOS XE Release 16.9.4 are used in CCNA hands-on labs ...

  Objectives Part 1: Examine Network Requirements Part 2: Design the VLSM Address Scheme Part 3: Cable and Configure the IPv4 Network Context / Scenario The Variable Length Subnet Mask (VLSM) was created to prevent IP addresses from being wasted. A network is subnetted and then re-subnetted using VLSM. This procedure may be done indefinitely to establish subnets of varying sizes depending on the number of hosts necessary in each subnet. Address planning is required for effective utilization of VLSM. In this lab, you will utilize the network address 192.168.33.128/25 to create an address scheme for the network seen in the topology diagram. VLSM is used to address IPv4 addresses. After you've created the VLSM address scheme, you'll configure the routers' interfaces with the necessary IP address information. Addresses will need to be assigned to the future LANS at BR2, but no interfaces will be setup at this time. Cisco 4221 routers running Cisco IOS XE Release 16.9.4 are util...

  11.6.6 Lab – Calculate IPv4 Subnets  Objectives Part 1: Calculate IPv4 Subnetting Calculate IPv4 Address Subnetting in Part 2 Context / Scenario Understanding how IPv4 networks function requires the ability to deal with IPv4 subnets and derive network and host information based on a given IP address and subnet mask. The first section is intended to remind how to get network IP address information from an IP address and subnet mask pair. When provided with an IP address and subnet mask, you may deduce further information about the network. Note from the instructor: This task may be completed in class or as homework. If the task is completed in class, you may opt to have students work alone or in pairs. It is advised that the first issue be solved in class to provide assistance to students on how to continue with the remainder of the assignment. Cisco owns the public IP addresses used in this lab. Question of Reflection What is the significance of the subnet mask when examinin...

Objectives Part 1: Initialize Devices and Configure the Topology Configure Devices and Verify Connectivity in Part 2 Context / Scenario This is a thorough lab that goes over previously covered IOS commands. You will wire the equipment in this lab according to the topology diagram. The devices will then be configured to match the addressing table. After you've saved your settings, you'll validate them by checking for network connection. After configuring the devices and verifying network connection, you'll use IOS commands to get information from the devices in order to answer questions about your network equipment. This lab gives just a cursory overview of the instructions required to set up the router. Assess your knowledge by configuring the devices without consulting the material or past activity. Cisco 4221 routers running Cisco IOS XE Release 16.9.4 are utilised in the CCNA hands-on labs (universalk9 image). Cisco Catalyst 2960 switches running Cisco IOS Release 15.2(2...