This self-paced introductory course covers Ethernet switching, VLANs, Layer 2 security features, routing policies, link aggregation, load balancing, filter-based forwarding (FBF), routing instances, OSPF, BGP, graceful restart, and Bidirectional Forwarding Detection (BFD). This course also addresses the Ethernet VPN–Virtual Extensible LAN (EVPN-VXLAN) architecture. This course is based on the virtual EX network device running Junos OS 24.2R1.15.

Note: Please note this course has been updated to the new version on July 21, 2025. Your current progress has carried over to the new version. This course includes audio and closed captioning in English, and AI-generated closed captioning for German, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese.


Purchase Includes: 6 Months of Access
Certification Track: Data Center
Difficulty Level: Foundational
Subscription Details
  • 6 months of access to the online course materials from date of registration.
  • Virtual Labs are not included.
  • Open Learning courses do not include an eBook.
  • Opportunity to earn a discounted certification exam voucher.
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Course Modules
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1
Course Introduction
This module provides an overview of the course.
2m
2
Traditional Data Centers Versus Modern Data Centers
This module explains how older data centers function and how newer data center designs operate using an IP fabric environment.
55m
3
Ethernet Switching Overview
This module identifies the differences between Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching and explains how Juniper devices perform switching.
20m
4
Configuring Ethernet Switching
This module describes how to configure Juniper EX switches, while also explaining how to interpret the state of interfaces and bridging tables.
9m
5
Virtual Networks Overview
This module explains the concept of a virtual local area network and identifies the function and differences in VLANs.
12m
6
Configuring Virtual Networks
This module explains how to configure and monitor a VLAN and set up inter-VLAN routing.
1h 59m
7
High Availability
This module describes the purpose of link aggregation, the function of GRES, and how nonstop active routing and nonstop bridging works.
1h 12m
8
Protocol-Independent Routing
This module summarizes the functions of static routes, aggregate routes, and generated routes.
30m
9
Routing Instances
This module explains explains what routing instaces are and how to share routes between routing instances.
1h 21m
10
Filter-Based Forwarding
This module explains how filter-based forwarding works and how to set up and configure FBF.
20m
11
Load Balancing
This module explains how load balancing works and differentiates between per-packet and per-flow load balancing.
56m
12
Fundamentals of OSPF
This module describes how the link-state database operates and how link-state announcements (LSA) function.
1h 56m
13
Fundamentals of BGP
This module summarizes the different parts of the BGP protocol and how BGP scales to meet growing demand.
1h 11m
14
Deploying BGP
This module describes the differences between IBGP and EBGP, and explains how BGP operates in different environments and how it advertises its routes.
1h
15
Graceful Restart and Bidirectional Forwarding Detection
This module explains how to configure graceful restart and how to configure bidirectional forwarding detection.
55m
16
Port Security
This module summarizes various aspects of port security and why it is important.
25m
17
Data Center, Associate (JNCIA-DC) Voucher Assessment Test
You will have three total attempts to pass the voucher assessment test. If you score 70% or higher you will receive a Pearson Vue discount voucher code for the actual written certification exam. The voucher code will be emailed to you upon successful completion. You may also find the voucher code under your Training History. There are no exceptions to the number of attempts. The voucher code is only valid for a maximum of 30 days. You must schedule and complete your exam within the 30-day window. Voucher extensions or replacements will not be provided.
1h 20m
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