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$4,100USD
Duration 5 days
Course Code ENSDWI-NTO
Available Formats Virtual, Classroom
Next Class: Jul 27, 2026

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Overview

Course Description

The Implementing Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Solutions (ENSDWI) training helps you design, deploy, configure, and manage the Cisco software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) solution in a large-scale network, including how to migrate from legacy WAN to Cisco SD-WAN. You will learn best practices for configuring routing protocols in the data center and the branch, and how to implement advanced control, data, and application-aware policies. This training also covers placement of controllers, how to deploy WAN Edge devices, multicast and quality of service (QoS), how to configure direct internet access (DIA) breakout, and various Application Quality of Experience (AppQoE) traffic optimization capabilities. This training prepares you for the 300-415 ENSDWI v1.2 exam. If passed, you earn the Cisco Certified Specialist Enterprise SD-WAN Implementation certification and satisfy the concentration exam requirement for the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise certification.

Who Can Benefit

The primary audience for this course is as follows:

  • Individuals seeking the Cisco CCNP Enterprise certification or the Cisco Certified SpecialistEnterprise SD-WAN Implementation
  • Pre- and post-sales network engineers involved in the installation, support, and troubleshooting of a Cisco SD-WAN overlay network Individuals seeking the Cisco CCNP Enterprise certification or the Cisco Certified SpecialistEnterprise SD-WAN Implementation
  • Pre- and post-sales Network Engineers involved in the installation, support, and troubleshooting of a Cisco SD-WAN overlay network

Prerequisites

How You'll Benefit: This training will help you:

  • Establish a transport-independent WAN for lower cost and higher flexibility
  • Meet service level agreements (SLAs) for business-critical and real-time applications
  • Provide secure end-to-end segmentation for protecting critical enterprise compute resources
  • Extend seamlessly into the public cloud
  • Optimize the user experience for software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications
  • Prepare for the 300-415 ENSDWI v1.2 exam
  • Earn 32 CE credits toward recertification
  • Course Prerequisites:
  • There are no prerequisites for this training. However, the knowledge and skills you are recommended to have before attending this training are:
  • Knowledge of software-defined networking (SDN) concepts as applied to large scale live network deployments
  • Strong understanding of enterprise WAN design
  • Strong understanding of routing protocol operation, including both interior and exterior routing protocol operation
  • Familiarity with transport layer security (TLS) and IP security (IPsec)
  • These skills can be found in the following Cisco Learning Offerings:
  • Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)
  • Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR)
  • What to Expect in the Exam:
  • Implementing Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Solutions (300415 ENSDWI) v1.2 is a 90-minute exam associated with the Cisco Certified Specialist Enterprise SD-WAN Implementation certification. The multiple-choice format tests knowledge of Ciscos SD-WAN solution, including:
  • SD-WAN architecture
  • Controller deployment
  • Edge router deployment
  • Policies
  • Security
  • Quality of service
  • Multicast
  • Management and operations
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Course Details

Course Details

Course Outline:

  • Examining the Cisco SD-WAN Architecture
  • Examining Cisco SD-WAN Deployment Options
  • Deploying WAN Edge Devices
  • Managing Device Configuration
  • Exploring Redundancy, High Availability, and Scalability
  • Enabling Service-Side and Transport-Side Routing
  • Understanding Cisco SD-WAN Policy Configuration Basics
  • Defining Advanced Control Policies
  • Defining Advanced Data Policies
  • Implementing Application Quality of Experience
  • Implementing AAR
  • Examining DIA and Cisco Cloud OnRamp
  • Exploring Cisco SD-WAN Security
  • Designing and Migrating to Cisco SD-WAN
  • Performing Cisco SD-WAN Network Management and Troubleshooting
  • Examining Cisco SD-WAN Multicast Support

Lab Outline:

  • Deploy Cisco SD-WAN Controllers
  • Deploy Cisco SD-WAN Devices Using Configuration Groups
  • Configure Cisco SD-WAN Controller Affinity
  • Implement Service-Side Routing Protocols
  • Implement TLOC Extensions
  • Implement Control Policies
  • Implement Data Policies
  • Implement Application-Aware Routing
  • Implement Branch and Regional Internet Breakouts
  • Configure Application Firewall
  • Migrate Branch Sites
  • Perform Cisco SD-WAN Software Upgrade

Schedule

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FAQ

Does the course schedule include a Lunchbreak?

Classes typically include a 1-hour lunch break around midday. However, the exact break times and duration can vary depending on the specific class. Your instructor will provide detailed information at the start of the course.

What languages are used to deliver training?

Most courses are conducted in English, unless otherwise specified. Some courses will have the word "FRENCH" marked in red beside the scheduled date(s) indicating the language of instruction.

What does GTR stand for?

GTR stands for Guaranteed to Run; if you see a course with this status, it means this event is confirmed to run. View our GTR page to see our full list of Guaranteed to Run courses.

Does Ascendient Learning deliver group training?

Yes, we provide training for groups, individuals and private on sites. View our group training page for more information.

What does vendor-authorized training mean?

As a vendor-authorized training partner, we offer a curriculum that our partners have vetted. We use the same course materials and facilitate the same labs as our vendor-delivered training. These courses are considered the gold standard and, as such, are priced accordingly.

Is the training too basic, or will you go deep into technology?

It depends on your requirements, your role in your company, and your depth of knowledge. The good news about many of our learning paths, you can start from the fundamentals to highly specialized training.

How up-to-date are your courses and support materials?

We continuously work with our vendors to evaluate and refresh course material to reflect the latest training courses and best practices.

Are your instructors seasoned trainers who have deep knowledge of the training topic?

Ascendient Learning instructors have an average of 27 years of practical IT experience and have also served as consultants for an average of 15 years. To stay current, instructors spend at least 25 percent of their time learning new, emerging technologies and courses.

Do you provide hands-on training and exercises in an actual lab environment?

Lab access is dependent on the vendor and the type of training you sign up for. However, many of our top vendors will provide lab access to students to test and practice. The course description will specify lab access.

Will you customize the training for our company’s specific needs and goals?

We will work with you to identify training needs and areas of growth.  We offer a variety of training methods, such as private group training, on-site of your choice, and virtually. We provide courses and certifications that are aligned with your business goals.

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You will get access to the PDF of course books and guides, but access to the recording and slides will depend on the vendor and type of training you receive.

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