Cisco NetworkingWWT Presents Labs & LearningATCCiscoNetworkingWWT Presents
Webinar

Hands-On Lab Workshop: Cisco Nexus Dashboard 4.1: VXLAN EVPN Fabric Deployment

Event Overview

Join us for an interactive VXLAN EVPN lab session that combines guided walkthroughs, real-world insights, and hands-on practice using Cisco Nexus Dashboard 4.1. During the lab walkthrough, we’ll discuss the workflow for onboarding Cisco Nexus switches, configuring vPCs, and building VRFs and networks. You’ll learn how segmentation and tenant connectivity are implemented, along with key concepts such as route leaking, external route advertisement, and the roles of Border Gateways and Border Gateway Spines, as well as an overview of additional Nexus Dashboard labs and learning resources, and a look at what’s coming next.

Featured Speakers

Brandon Swagman

World Wide Technology

Practice Manager

I am part of WWT’s Advanced Technology Center (ATC) Solution Development team focused on infrastructure technologies. We create and sustain high-qu...
Francisco Alvarez-Ruiz

World Wide Technology

Principal Solutions Architect

Network Architect with strong experience in all phases of architectural design and deployment with a proven record for building strategy, driving i...
Michael Witte

World Wide Technology

Principal Solutions Architect

Mike has been in the high-tech industry for 40+ years now. He worked for multiple defense contractors as an electrical engineer. During this time, ...

What to expect

The Workshop will cover the following topics:
  • • A one-hour virtual workshop focused on Cisco Nexus Dashboard 4.1.
  • • Overview of NEXUS Dashboard and changes to the platform in 4.1
  • • Hands-on lab: Real-time access to Cisco Nexus Dashboard 4.1.
  • • Understand the core concepts of VXLAN EVPN fabrics and how Cisco Nexus Dashboard 4.1 streamlines fabric deployment, configuration, and lifecycle management.
  • • Practical Applications: Learn how to onboard devices, configure vPCs, build VRFs and networks, implement route leaking, and advertise external routes to support real‑world data center architectures.
  • • Discussion of current Nexus Dashboard 3.2 labs and new 4.1 labs and learning resources, as well as a look at what’s coming next.
  • • Interactive Q&A: Engage with the host and other participants through live Q&A sessions.
  • • Real-world scenarios: Prepare for modern data center operations by walking through hands‑on tasks such as building a Multi‑Site Domain (MSD) and enabling inter‑site connectivity across fabrics.

Goals and Objectives

• Understanding the new NEXUS Dashboard 4.1 platform and how it has changed from the 3.2 version. • Onboard Cisco Nexus switches and organize them into fabrics within the NEXUS Dashboard. • Configure vPCs for redundancy and reliable dual‑homing. • Create and assign VRFs and networks to deliver segmentation and endpoint connectivity. • Implement route leaking to enable controlled inter‑VRF communication. • Advertise external routes and understand how the fabric interacts with outside networks. • Differentiate the functional roles of Border Gateways and Border Gateway Spines. • Build and validate a Multi‑Site Domain (MSD) that connects fabrics through an Inter‑Site Network (ISN).

Who should attend?

This workshop is ideal for network engineers, architects, operations teams, and technical professionals responsible for designing, deploying, or managing modern data center fabrics. It’s also well‑suited for practitioners looking to build hands‑on skills with VXLAN EVPN, Cisco Nexus switching platforms, and Nexus Dashboard 4.1 orchestration. No prior experience with VXLAN is required—participants of all skill levels will benefit.

Related content

Cisco XDR Learning Path

Explore Cisco's XDR allowing it's users to correlate data across several vendors and vectors providing a wholistic view of ones environment. Throughout this learning path and corresponding lab you will learn the fundamentals of the Cisco XDR components and tools that allow SOC analysts visibility and context into advanced threats! We will take you through an introduction and operation of the XDR console as well as automation. Let's get started!
Learning Path

Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller Lab

This lab will enable a student to build a basic multi-site fabric using Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) for complete end-to-end connectivity.
Advanced Configuration Lab
653 launches

Exploring Cisco NEXUS Dashboard Insights

The NEXUS Dashboard Insights service is a powerful tool that revolutionizes network telemetry utilization. Transforming raw data into actionable insights significantly reduces downtime and enhances overall network performance. This service leverages advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to provide visibility for real-time network operations. This means that IT administrators can see what's happening in the network as it happens, allowing them to address issues before they escalate. One key benefit of NEXUS Dashboard Insights is its ability to resolve issues proactively. Instead of waiting for problems to occur and then reacting, the tool identifies potential issues early on and provides recommendations for resolution. This proactive approach not only minimizes disruptions but also ensures that the network runs smoothly and efficiently. Moreover, NEXUS Dashboard Insights offers a comprehensive understanding of the network. It analyzes various aspects of the network, from performance metrics to security threats, and presents this information in an easy-to-understand format. This holistic view enables IT administrators to make informed decisions and optimize network performance. By empowering IT administrators with these capabilities, NEXUS Dashboard Insights ensures that networks are managed efficiently. The tool's real-time visibility, proactive issue resolution, and comprehensive network understanding contribute to optimal performance and reduced disruptions, making it an invaluable asset for any organization.
Learning Path