A Juniper JNCIS-DC (Juniper Networks Certified Internet Specialist – Data Center) certification covers a specialist level of knowledge regarding data center networking, focusing primarily on configuring and troubleshooting Juniper devices within a data center environment, including topics like routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, VXLAN, fabric technologies (QFX Series), load balancing, security features, and data center management tools on Juniper platforms.
Key areas covered in the JNCIS-DC exam:
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Junos OS Fundamentals:Understanding the core concepts of the Junos operating system, including the command line interface (CLI), configuration hierarchy, and basic routing protocols.
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Data Center Switching:
- Configuring and managing Juniper QFX Series switches.
- Understanding and implementing features like Virtual Chassis, LAGs, and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).
- Advanced switch features like MPLS, VPLS, and EVPN.
- Configuring and managing Juniper QFX Series switches.
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Data Center Routing:
- Implementing BGP routing protocols for inter-data center connectivity.
- Configuring OSPF for intra-data center routing.
- Understanding and utilizing route redistribution and route filtering mechanisms.
- Implementing BGP routing protocols for inter-data center connectivity.
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Virtualization and Overlay Technologies:
- Configuring VXLAN overlays for data center network segmentation.
- Implementing Contrail Networking for data center network management.
- Configuring VXLAN overlays for data center network segmentation.
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Data Center Security:
- Applying security policies using Junos security features like firewalls, ACLs, and IPS.
- Implementing MPLS VPNs for secure data center interconnectivity.
- Applying security policies using Junos security features like firewalls, ACLs, and IPS.
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Data Center Management:
- Using Junos Space to monitor and manage data center infrastructure.
- Understanding and utilizing Junos logging and troubleshooting tools.
- Using Junos Space to monitor and manage data center infrastructure.
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Data Center Fabric Technologies:
- Designing and implementing Juniper’s QFX Series switches for data center fabric deployments.
- Understanding the concept of leaf-spine architecture.
- Designing and implementing Juniper’s QFX Series switches for data center fabric deployments.
Who should pursue JNCIS-DC:
- Network engineers responsible for designing, implementing, and managing Juniper-based data center networks.
- Professionals looking to gain expertise in data center networking technologies like VXLAN, BGP, and fabric technologies.
- Individuals seeking a career path in data center networking with a focus on Juniper devices.
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