Designing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks («ENWLSD»)

• Planning advanced designs of Cisco wireless products
• Gaining knowledge of wireless network design, including site surveys, wired and wireless infrastructure, mobility, and WLAN high availability

1 Describing and Implementing a Structured Wireless Design Methodology

• Importance of Planning Wireless Design with a Structured Methodology
• Cisco Structured Design Model
• Cisco Design Guides and Cisco Validated Designs for Wireless Networks
• Role of the Project Manager when Designing Wireless Networks

2 Describing and Implementing Industry Protocols and Standards

• Wireless Standards Bodies
• IEEE 802.11 Standard and Amendments
• WFA Certifications
• Relevant IETF Wireless RFCs
• Practice Activity

3 Describing and Implementing Cisco Enhanced Wireless Features

• Hardware and Software Choices for a Wireless Network Design
• Cisco Infrastructure Settings for Wireless Network Design
• Cisco Enhanced Wireless Features

4 Examining Cisco Mobility and Roaming

• Mobility and Intercontroller Mobility in a Wireless Network
• Optimize Client Roaming in a Wireless Network
• Cisco Workgroup Bridge (WGB) and WGB Roaming in a Wireless Network

5 Describing and Implementing the Wireless Design Process

• Overview of Wireless Design Process
• Meet with the Customer to Discuss the Wireless Network Design
• Customer Information Gathering for a Wireless Network Design
• Design the Wireless Network
• Deployment of the Wireless Network
• Validation and Final Adjustments of the Wireless Network
• Wireless Network Design Project Documents and Deliverables

6 Describing and Implementing Specific Vertical Designs

• Designs for Wireless Applications
• Wireless Network Design within the Campus
• Extend Wireless Networks to the Branch Sites

7 Examining Special Considerations in Advanced Wireless Designs

• High-Density Designs in Wireless Networks
• Introducing Location and CMX Concepts
• Design for Location
• FastLocate and HyperLocation
• Bridges and Mesh in a Wireless Network Design
• Redundancy and High Availability in a Wireless Network

8 Describing and Implementing the Site Survey Processes

• Site Survey Types
• Special Arrangements Needed for Site Surveys
• Safety Aspects to be Considered During Site Surveys
• Site Survey Tools in Cisco Prime Infrastructure
• Third-Party Site Survey Software and Hardware Tools

9 Describing and Implementing Wireless Network Validation Processes

• Post-Installation Wireless Network Validation
• Making Post-installation Changes to a Wireless Network
• Wireless Network Handoff to the Customer
• Installation Report

The course is designed for design and operation engineers in the WLAN environment.

General knowledge of networking, wireless networks, routing and switching

Certification
This course helps you prepare for the Designing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks exam (300-425 ENWLSD).

Recertification
After three years you can be recertified by means of CEP (Continuous Learning Program) points or by taking the corresponding examination.